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Wayne State University research to help better understand critical cell biological processes that may lead to new disease treatments | Newswise

David Bale2 days ago05 mins

DETROIT — A recent award from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences of the National Institutes of Health will aid Wayne State University researchers in their exploration of the underlying biology of several diseases. The five-year, $1.8 million grant, “Mechanisms of Mitophagy in Tissue Health and Homeostasis,” will be led by Ryan Insolera, Ph.D.,…

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New software developed at Wayne State University will help study chemical and biological systems | Newswise

David Bale2 weeks ago06 mins

DETROIT — Physics-based computer simulations are essential tools for understanding the relationship between atomic-level interactions and physically observable properties of materials. It is from knowledge of these structure-property relationships that new materials can be designed with properties specifically tailored to address the problem of interest. With the help of a new grant from the National…

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Study links air pollution exposure to type 2 diabetes susceptibility | Newswise

David Bale1 month ago06 mins

DETROIT — A new study by researchers at Wayne State University links exposure to air pollution to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes. A paper published in the journal Diabetes from the American Diabetes Association established a robust association between exposure to benzene, a prevalent airborne volatile organic compound, and insulin resistance in humans…

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Wayne State Experts Advise Public on Current U.S. Outbreak of Avian Influenza | Newswise

David Bale1 month ago05 mins

Newswise — DETROIT – Avian influenza continues to create significant concern among public health professionals about possible threats to human health. The Wayne State University Center for Emerging and Infectious Diseases (CEID) today issued guidance regarding the ongoing highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) outbreaks affecting multiple states. Avian influenza is common in the wild bird…

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New research on chronic inflammation explores pote | Newswise

David Bale3 months ago05 mins

DETROIT — A recently published study led by Wayne State University on a new approach to understanding chronic inflammation could lead to new advancements in the treatment of many debilitating medical conditions, including cancer. The study, “Distinct etiology of chronic inflammation – implications on degenerative diseases and cancer therapy,” was published in Frontiers in Immunology…

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Detroit health professionals urge the community to act and address the dangers of antimicrobial resistance | Newswise

David Bale3 months ago07 mins

DETROIT — Wayne State University’s Center for Emerging and Infectious Diseases (CEID) is launching its participation in World AMR Awareness Week with an urgent message: the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance requires immediate community action, so it is critical to educate, advocate, and act now. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites…