Scientists unveil surprising human vs. mouse differences in a major cancer immunotherapy target
Since its discovery in the 1990s, programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) has been regarded as a leading target in cancer treatments. A checkpoint receptor that often resides on the surface of immune system cells, the PD-1 molecule works as a type of “off” switch that keeps immune cells from attacking other cells…
‘Our friend’ — Windsor Habitat for Humanity honours former U.S. president, housing advocate Jimmy Carter
Calling him a ‘friend’ and champion for affordable housing, the Windsor-Essex chapter of Habitat for Humanity held a special gathering Friday to honour former U.S. president Jimmy Carter. Around 30 current and former volunteers and community members gathered at Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex for the tribute thanking Carter…
Stem-cell therapies that work: 10 Breakthrough Technologies 2025
WHO California Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Neurona Therapeutics, Vertex Pharmaceuticals WHEN 5 years A quarter-century ago, researchers isolated powerful stem cells from embryos created through in vitro fertilization. These cells, theoretically able to morph into any tissue in the human body, promised a medical revolution. Think: replacement parts for whatever ails you. …
Myanmar enforces new cybersecurity law – and VPN usage is the main target
The new law clamps down on digital rights and VPNs, warn experts. Here’s what we know so far…Venture fund founder sues PayPal, alleging racial discrimination
Andav Capital’s founder claims PayPal’s program was discriminatory as it sought to exclusively focus on Black and Hispanic-led enterprises. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only…
AI can improve ovarian cancer diagnoses
A new international study shows that AI-based models can outperform human experts at identifying ovarian cancer in ultrasound images…
No safety for civilians anywhere in Gaza: UN humanitarians
People gather at a building destroyed in an Israeli bombing in the center of the southern Gaza Strip city of Khan Younis, on Jan. 2, 2025. (Photo by Rizek Abdeljawad/Xinhua) Overall, 39 percent of UN attempts to move aid workers anywhere in Gaza were rejected by the Israeli authorities…
UN human rights chief: Investigate Israeli attacks on Gaza hospitals
The UN Higher Commissioner for Human Rights questioned Israeli claims of Hamas operating from Gaza hospitals…
Humanoid robots are getting cheaper—can affordability drive adoption?
As startups slash prices to undercut competitors, the humanoid robotics market faces challenges in balancing costs, functionality, and investor demands. The post Humanoid robots are getting cheaper—can affordability drive adoption? appeared first on KrASIA…