A new study finds a widely-used technique for assessing the health of freshwater streams is not effective at detecting a range of water quality problems, including those related to acidity, oxygen levels, and presence of pathogens.

Blocking the activity of ZFP384 can prolong the brain’s endogenous repair functions after stroke, report researchers in a collaborative study. They developed an antisense oligonucleotide-based therapy that sustained the reparative activity of microglia by promoting remyelination and neural plasticity, thereby improving functional recovery in mice. Surprisingly, these results were observed even when the treatment began weeks after injury. The findings reveal a promising strategy to extend the brain’s recovery window after stroke, improving long-term outcomes.

New results from an Alliance Foundation Trials (AFT) study reveal that a simple weekly electronic symptom check-in with care team, significantly improves the quality of life for individuals undergoing treatment for advanced cancer. The study found that the biggest improvements were seen among patient groups that have historically faced the greatest barriers to care, including Black patients and individuals with less formal education. The findings, published in JCO Oncology Practice, show that using remote check-ins help bridge communication gaps between patients and their treatment teams, offering a powerful way to make cancer care more effective.