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One Health: A Broader Vision for Global Health
The idea, known as “One Health,” first became popular in the early 2000s. At that time, it mainly focused on diseases that spread between animals and humans. But after the COVID-19 pandemic, experts say the concept needs to be broader and stronger. The Lancet One Health Commission explains that health is not only about hospitals…
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Global Warming May Be Driving Antibiotic Resistance
A new study warns that climate change could be accelerating the spread of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the Western Pacific region, creating a serious and complex public health threat. While previous research has suggested links between rising temperatures and drug-resistant infections, this study brings fresh attention to how climate and socioeconomic factors interact to influence…
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China Study Shows Menstrual Pad–Based HPV Testing Can Improve Cervical Cancer Screening
Cervical cancer remains a leading cause of cancer death among women in many countries despite the proven effectiveness of HPV-based screening. Expanding access through non-invasive, acceptable, and scalable methods is considered essential to achieving global elimination targets. A large population-based study from Hubei Province, China, reports that human papillomavirus (HPV) testing using menstrual blood collected…
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Self-Collection Could Accelerate and Democratize Cervical Cancer Screening
Self-collection for HPV testing performs as well as clinician sampling, expands access for underserved women, and may significantly speed cervical cancer elimination. In settings with established cervical screening programmes, most cervical cancer cases occur among women who do not attend screening (1). Many programmes take years to implement fully and often reach underserved populations only…
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Less Sugar Early in Life, Healthier Hearts Later
Less Sugar Early in Life, Healthier Hearts Later Research based on a unique historical event shows that limiting sugar intake during the first 1,000 days of life (from pregnancy to about age two) can lower the risk of heart failure later in life. The study used the end of sugar rationing in the UK in
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Short physical activity reduces death risk: insights from wearable devices
Even a few minutes of daily movement can save lives. Wearable-device data from large population studies show that brief bursts of vigorous activity—so-called “exercise snacks”—can reduce all-cause and cardiovascular mortality by up to 40%, even in people who do not exercise regularly.
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Sociocultural Considerations in Implementing HPV Self-Sampling and Menstrual Blood Testing in Conservative Settings
HPV self-collection has repeatedly been associated with greater privacy, physical ease, and personal control, while minimizing discomfort and embarrassment linked to pelvic examinations. As a result, it has been shown to improve screening participation among women who are under-screened in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) (1–3). More recently, research indicates that HPV detection using menstrual…
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Concept and Definition to Third Science
Knowledge acquisition extends beyond formal training to include experience, reflection, observation, and collaborative brainstorming. When these organically developed insights are combined with structured scientific knowledge, they can generate innovative ideas to address complex and unresolved challenges. In this context, we propose an expanded interpretation of the Third Science that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries and addresses
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NSU Online Courses in Molecular Docking & MD Simulations | Pre-Enroll Now
North South University (NSU) is offering approved online training courses in molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulations, and machine learning for virtual screening, with pre-enrollment managed by Idgence.
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Empowering Computational Science: An Inside Look at Idgence Research
In today’s era of data-intensive science, computational methods and artificial intelligence are transforming how research tackles complex biological and chemical problems. At the forefront of this revolution is Idgence Research – Innovation, Dynamics & Intelligence, a multidisciplinary research organization dedicated to harnessing advanced computational tools and collaborative science to accelerate discovery and deliver real-world impact.