A new study published in Engineering has identified enolase 2 (ENO2) as a key factor in the lymphatic metastasis of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). The research reveals how ENO2 and its metabolite phosphoenolpyruvate (PEP) promote cancer cell invasion and macrophage polarization, and shows that inhibiting ENO2 can potentially slow down HNSCC metastasis.

Researchers have discovered a groundbreaking use of terahertz (THz) imaging to visualize cochlear structures in mice, offering non-invasive, high-resolution diagnostics. By creating 3D reconstructions, this technology opens new possibilities for diagnosing hearing loss and other conditions. THz imaging could lead to miniaturized devices, like THz endoscopes and otoscopes, revolutionizing diagnostics for hearing loss, cancer, and more. With the potential to enhance diagnostic speed, accuracy, and patient outcomes, THz imaging could transform medical practices.