European ONTOX Project: Safer Chemicals, No Animal Testing
The European ONTOX Project, coordinated by VUB, aims to transform chemical safety with AI-driven, animal-free methods that protect human health and the environment.
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Health
Retrospective Study Shows Earlier Immunochemotherapy Improves Outcomes in Extensive-Stage Small-Cell Lung Cancer
We spoke with Dr. Yongchang Zhang, the corresponding author of the study “Overall survival according to time-of-day of immunochemotherapy for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer.”
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Understanding IBS in Women: How Estrogen Amplifies Gut Pain
We spoke with Archana Venkataraman, co-first author of the study “A Cellular Basis for Heightened Gut Sensitivity in Females.”
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Workflow Optimisation Improves Timely Delivery of Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) in a UK Cancer Centre
We spoke with the corresponding study author, Dr Shahid Gilani, a specialist doctor in clinical oncology at the University Hospital of North Midlands.
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Rare Case: Colorectal Cancer Spreads to the Urethra
A rare case of colorectal cancer metastasis to the urethra highlights the importance of investigating new urinary symptoms in cancer patients.
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Unusual Inflammatory Condition Disguised as Ovarian Cancer
A rare case report describes how xanthogranulomatous peritonitis in a 22-year-old patient mimicked ovarian cancer, highlighting diagnostic challenges.
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Professor Bryson: “The decline in the mental health of the young is of great concern”
A new study reveals that young people are facing the greatest mental health challenges worldwide, signaling an urgent need for action.
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Decades-Old Ocean Waste Off Los Angeles Raises Concerns
Lead author Dr. Gutleben told Unknown Focus what she considers the most concerning aspects of decades-old industrial waste.
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First in a Decade Study Shows HHV-8 Drop in Istanbul’s HIV Population
We spoke with the corresponding author, whose bibliometric research revealed the long-standing gaps in the literature
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Lung Cancer Patients Struggle with Information: 40% Affected
We spoke with Debra Montague, President of Lung Cancer Europe (LuCE), about gaps in information and understanding among lung cancer patients.
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Japanese Research Links Ozempic, Food, Emotions, and Diabetes
We asked the senior study author how food preferences, like chocolate or peanut butter, could guide future research on emotional overeating in diabetes.
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AI Chatbots and Suicide Support Experts Urge Caution
A study finds AI chatbots can give inconsistent responses to suicide-related questions, and the author explains what he would change immediately if he could.
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Cambridge Researchers Map Gene Activity in Mammary Glands
New research maps gene activity in mammary glands, with the first author sharing insights on breastfeeding and maternal health, looking ahead 5–10 years.
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First confirmed case of anthrax and brucellosis co-infection reported in China
Scientists from China described a very rare medical case of a patient infected with both anthrax and brucellosis at the same time.
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Rare Extratesticular Schwannoma Diagnosed in 10-Year-Old Boy
Doctors report an extremely rare case of pediatric extratesticular schwannoma, highlighting diagnostic challenges.
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