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Heliix Brief delivers fast, accessible updates on the latest biomedical research. We scan new papers published in Europe PMC and bring you clear, concise digests focused on relevance and impact.
Uncover the secrets of spin frustration in van der Waals ferromagnet/antiferromagnet heterostructures. Discover the unconventional surface spin canting state that arises from the interpla...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Uncover the secrets of spin frustration in van der Waals ferromagnet/antiferromagnet heterostructures. Discover the unconventional surface spin canting state that arises from the interpla...
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Rheumatoid arthritis strikes Indigenous Australians just as often, but with worse outcomes - they develop the disease younger, face higher mortality, and receive less specialized care, un...
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November 17, 2025 at 10:17 AM
Rheumatoid arthritis strikes Indigenous Australians just as often, but with worse outcomes - they develop the disease younger, face higher mortality, and receive less specialized care, un...
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Accelerated 3D qCEST imaging reveals injured spinal discs have higher exchange rates, enabling accurate prediction of pain scores - a breakthrough for diagnosing and monitoring lower back...
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November 17, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Accelerated 3D qCEST imaging reveals injured spinal discs have higher exchange rates, enabling accurate prediction of pain scores - a breakthrough for diagnosing and monitoring lower back...
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Discover a versatile fluorescent probe, Thioflavin T, that outperforms SYBR Green I for aptamer binding assays, providing consistent results across diverse aptamers without interfering wi...
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November 17, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Discover a versatile fluorescent probe, Thioflavin T, that outperforms SYBR Green I for aptamer binding assays, providing consistent results across diverse aptamers without interfering wi...
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Groundbreaking study reveals aneurysm wall enhancement predicts growth and rupture risk, empowering doctors to identify high-risk patients and intervene early, potentially saving lives.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Groundbreaking study reveals aneurysm wall enhancement predicts growth and rupture risk, empowering doctors to identify high-risk patients and intervene early, potentially saving lives.
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Osteosarcoma patients in Uganda often undergo pre-diagnosis manipulative therapy, leading to delayed referrals and poorer outcomes. This study highlights the urgent need to address this h...
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November 17, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Osteosarcoma patients in Uganda often undergo pre-diagnosis manipulative therapy, leading to delayed referrals and poorer outcomes. This study highlights the urgent need to address this h...
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Older adults with cancer face barriers to adopting digital health tech, but personalized solutions and provider support can boost their continued use, improving cancer care.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Older adults with cancer face barriers to adopting digital health tech, but personalized solutions and provider support can boost their continued use, improving cancer care.
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Canine brain cancer patients treated with cutting-edge radiation therapy see remarkable outcomes, with 77% tumor shrinkage and 92% clinical improvement. Prognosis is best for dogs with go...
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November 17, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Canine brain cancer patients treated with cutting-edge radiation therapy see remarkable outcomes, with 77% tumor shrinkage and 92% clinical improvement. Prognosis is best for dogs with go...
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Uncover the distinct effects of antipsychotics on neurotransmitter release using a cutting-edge electrochemical sensor. This groundbreaking technique reveals how different drugs impact do...
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November 17, 2025 at 7:56 AM
Uncover the distinct effects of antipsychotics on neurotransmitter release using a cutting-edge electrochemical sensor. This groundbreaking technique reveals how different drugs impact do...
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Chemists unlock the secrets of harziane diterpenoids, crafting these complex molecules through a clever fusion of desymmetrization and radical retrosynthesis, paving the way for new thera...
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November 17, 2025 at 7:36 AM
Chemists unlock the secrets of harziane diterpenoids, crafting these complex molecules through a clever fusion of desymmetrization and radical retrosynthesis, paving the way for new thera...
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Unlock the power of 2D materials for next-gen biosensors! From graphene to MXenes, these wonder-materials offer unparalleled sensing capabilities. Discover how their unique properties and...
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November 17, 2025 at 7:16 AM
Unlock the power of 2D materials for next-gen biosensors! From graphene to MXenes, these wonder-materials offer unparalleled sensing capabilities. Discover how their unique properties and...
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Strain-driven quantum phase transitions in 2D topological insulators unlock a critical phase, unveiling universal scaling laws and real-space correlations - a breakthrough for engineering...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:56 AM
Strain-driven quantum phase transitions in 2D topological insulators unlock a critical phase, unveiling universal scaling laws and real-space correlations - a breakthrough for engineering...
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Unraveling the genetic complexity of rare bleeding disorder: Turkish study reveals novel mutations and poor link between FVII levels and clinical severity, advancing personalized care for...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:36 AM
Unraveling the genetic complexity of rare bleeding disorder: Turkish study reveals novel mutations and poor link between FVII levels and clinical severity, advancing personalized care for...
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Statins, the cholesterol-lowering drugs, may hold the key to improved survival for those battling head and neck cancers. This meta-analysis reveals a remarkable 25% reduction in mortality...
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November 17, 2025 at 6:16 AM
Statins, the cholesterol-lowering drugs, may hold the key to improved survival for those battling head and neck cancers. This meta-analysis reveals a remarkable 25% reduction in mortality...
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Discover how thyroid hormone sensitivity predicts glycemic instability and hypoglycemia in type 2 diabetes. This groundbreaking research unveils a novel approach to personalize diabetes m...
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November 17, 2025 at 5:56 AM
Discover how thyroid hormone sensitivity predicts glycemic instability and hypoglycemia in type 2 diabetes. This groundbreaking research unveils a novel approach to personalize diabetes m...
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Rare intraosseous dural fistula successfully treated with innovative Onyx embolization, resolving debilitating neurological symptoms - a groundbreaking case study showcasing the power of ...
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November 17, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Rare intraosseous dural fistula successfully treated with innovative Onyx embolization, resolving debilitating neurological symptoms - a groundbreaking case study showcasing the power of ...
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Unlock the secrets of ultrasonic welding with a cutting-edge AI framework that adapts to new challenges, detects anomalies, and uncovers the critical factors behind weld quality - all wit...
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November 17, 2025 at 5:16 AM
Unlock the secrets of ultrasonic welding with a cutting-edge AI framework that adapts to new challenges, detects anomalies, and uncovers the critical factors behind weld quality - all wit...
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Unlock your brain's potential! New theory suggests conscious interventions can rewire neural networks during cellular renewal. Harness synaptic plasticity to enhance cognition and transfo...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Unlock your brain's potential! New theory suggests conscious interventions can rewire neural networks during cellular renewal. Harness synaptic plasticity to enhance cognition and transfo...
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Uncover the dynamic shifts in Chengdu-Chongqing's land use - from shrinking farmland to sprawling forests and urban hubs. Discover the complex interplay of natural and socioeconomic facto...
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November 17, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Uncover the dynamic shifts in Chengdu-Chongqing's land use - from shrinking farmland to sprawling forests and urban hubs. Discover the complex interplay of natural and socioeconomic facto...
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Customizable 3D-printed bioelectronic interfaces: Rapid, low-cost fabrication of flexible, high-performance multi-electrode arrays for studying organotypic tissue models and disease.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:15 AM
Customizable 3D-printed bioelectronic interfaces: Rapid, low-cost fabrication of flexible, high-performance multi-electrode arrays for studying organotypic tissue models and disease.
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Discover the secrets of alien life! New models reveal how biosignatures form and evolve, guiding our search for extraterrestrial beings across the cosmos.
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November 17, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Discover the secrets of alien life! New models reveal how biosignatures form and evolve, guiding our search for extraterrestrial beings across the cosmos.
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Uncover the hidden complexities of tunnel construction! This study reveals how a horseshoe-shaped tunnel's design and excavation stages impact the surrounding ground and lining. The findi...
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November 17, 2025 at 3:35 AM
Uncover the hidden complexities of tunnel construction! This study reveals how a horseshoe-shaped tunnel's design and excavation stages impact the surrounding ground and lining. The findi...
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Unravel the predictive mind's neural architecture! This paper explores how neurons and sensory receptors enable top-down and bottom-up flows, shaping our holistic and quantum selves. Unlo...
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November 17, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Unravel the predictive mind's neural architecture! This paper explores how neurons and sensory receptors enable top-down and bottom-up flows, shaping our holistic and quantum selves. Unlo...
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Alcohol ravages liver mitochondria, crippling energy production and fueling liver disease. Oxidative damage and protein modifications disrupt the powerhouse, with far-reaching consequences.
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November 17, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Alcohol ravages liver mitochondria, crippling energy production and fueling liver disease. Oxidative damage and protein modifications disrupt the powerhouse, with far-reaching consequences.
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Troubled teens face a double-edged sword - criminal past leads to involuntary psychiatric care, which in turn predicts future crime. Tackling this cycle requires addressing both mental he...
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November 17, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Troubled teens face a double-edged sword - criminal past leads to involuntary psychiatric care, which in turn predicts future crime. Tackling this cycle requires addressing both mental he...
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