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Single dose of psilocybin provided rapid relief from depression in new study

Karolinska Institutet
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A single dose of the psychedelic substance psilocybin can provide rapid relief from depressive symptoms – within just a few days. This is shown by the first randomised, double-blind study in Sweden of psilocybin for depression. The effect persisted for over three months, according to researchers at Karolinska Institutet.

Journal: JAMA Network Open

Short-term and late-term effects of psilocybin on symptoms in major depression

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication

About The Study: In this randomized clinical trial of major depressive disorder, a single dose of psilocybin was associated with rapid antidepressant effects, observed by day 2 and persisting for more than 3 months on secondary outcomes; psilocybin was generally well tolerated, but some individuals required additional support after dosing due to anxiety. These results suggest that psilocybin may provide a rapid and relatively long-lasting antidepressant effect on major depressive disorder, warranting further investigation into repeated dosing or adjunctive treatment strategies.

Journal: JAMA Network Open

Nature may benefit psychological well-being of disadvantaged children more than others

College of ACES at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Growing up in disadvantaged communities can take a toll on children, with greater stress leading to mental health issues and delays in psychological development. But a decade’s worth of research suggests there’s an effective and nearly free remedy that may level the playing field with their advantaged counterparts: time in nature.

Journal: Frontiers in Psychology

Grape consumption linked to changes in gene expression and improved skin health

Western New England University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new study published in ACS Nutrition Science suggests that eating grapes may provide broader skin health benefits than previously understood. Earlier clinical trials found that grape consumption helped increase the skin’s resilience to UV exposure in roughly 30–50% of participants. The latest research indicates those benefits may extend more widely across the population, suggesting grapes could positively influence skin health in nearly everyone.

University of Rochester Medicine's Flow Cytometry Resource recognized for excellence by International Society for the Advancement of Cytometry

University of Rochester Medical Center
Grant and Award Announcement

The Flow Cytometry Resource (FCR), part of the Center for Advanced Research Technologies (CART) at University of Rochester Medicine, has been selected for the 2026 class of Recognized Shared Resource Laboratories by the International Society for the Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC). This prestigious designation highlights the facility’s sustained excellence in operations and its adherence to internationally recognized best practices in cytometry. Notably, it is the only academic medical center laboratory recognized in this cycle.

New ultrasonic framework improves dynamic oil film thickness measurement in rolling bearings

Higher Education Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Rolling bearings are critical components in heavy machinery, and their lubricant film thickness directly determines equipment reliability. This new study introduces a coupled elastohydrodynamic–acoustic framework for high-resolution, noninvasive ultrasonic measurement of dynamic oil film thickness in bearings. By accounting for elastic deformation and cavitation, the method greatly improves measurement accuracy and supports real-world industrial monitoring. It offers a practical way to assess bearing health and enhance operational stability.

Journal: Engineering

Precision anti-aging strategies aim to target harmful senescent cells while preserving beneficial ones

Impact Journals LLC
Peer-Reviewed Publication

BUFFALO, NY — May 15, 2026 — A new review was published in Volume 18 of Aging-US on May 4, 2026, titled “Cellular senescence: from pathogenic mechanisms to precision anti-aging interventions.”

Journal: Aging-US

New report highlights differences between healthy and unhealthy ultra-processed foods

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Reports and Proceedings

A new report underscores the significant variations in healthfulness of different types of processed foods. The report, released by Healthy Eating Research (HER), recommends that “healthy” ultra-processed foods be exempt from policies meant to discourage consumers from eating them.

New targeted radiopharmaceutical therapy induces remission in pancreatic cancer model

Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A newly developed targeted radiopharmaceutical treatment can effectively slow tumor growth in pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), according to new research published in the May issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine. In preclinical models, the treatment achieved complete remission of the disease, highlighting its potential to transform care for this highly aggressive cancer.

Journal: Journal of Nuclear Medicine