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US-Unis erlauben Haustiere im Wohnheim für mehr Wohlbefinden

Several US colleges are allowing pets in dorms to help students cope with stress, anxiety, and homesickness and boost student engagement and connections. While service and emotional support animals are legally protected, more institutions are joyfully allowing pets with certain guidelines.

AP NEWS

August 30, 2025

Global Health

Africa CDC begrüßt erstes sicheres Malaria-Medikament für Neugeborene

Coartem Baby, a sweet, dissolvable malaria medicine for infants under 5 kg, has been approved in Africa. Developed by Novartis and MMV with African-led trials, it fills a vital gap and brings hope to the continent’s youngest lives. A bold leap forward in child health.

AFRICA NEWS

August 23, 2025

Global Health

Nepal als Vorreiter: Rubella in Südostasien endlich eliminiert

Against the odds of earthquakes and pandemics, Nepal reached over 95% rubella vaccination, and WHO declared its elimination. Four national campaigns, outreach, innovative lab tests, and community dedication achieved this win for a future where babies are born healthy and safe.

DOWN TO EARTH

August 20, 2025

Global Health

Diamantsensor erleichtert Krebs-OPs – sicher ganz ohne Strahlung

Warwick scientists created a handheld diamond sensor that pinpoints lymph nodes with magnetic tracers—no toxic dyes, no radiation. At just 10 mm and ultra-sensitive, it promises kinder, smarter cancer surgery and safer outcomes for patients and surgeons alike.

MEDICAL XPRESS

August 20, 2025

Global Health

Roblox verschärft Regeln zum Schutz von Kindern auf der Plattform

Roblox is tightening user content rules after lawsuits over child safety. Now, unrated experiences will only be available to developers. Private or adult-like social settings—like bedrooms or clubs—require ID-verified users aged 17+. AI tools will detect and remove risky content automatically.

ENGADGET

August 18, 2025

Global Health

KI und Radiologe entdecken Brusttumore früher und zuverlässiger

In a Dutch screening program, one radiologist working with AI spotted more clinically significant breast tumors at a much earlier stage than two radiologists could together, allowing for much earlier treatment and leading to more positive outcomes.

MEDICAL XPRESS

August 18, 2025

Global Health

Zahnpasta aus Haaren? Keratin kann Zahnschmelz regenerieren

Researchers at King’s College London found that keratin—the protein in hair, skin, nails, and wool—can mimic enamel by interacting with saliva minerals to restore lost tooth surface. A sustainable, stronger, and more natural path to cavity repair may be just a few years away.

VICE

August 18, 2025

Global Health

Fermentierter Stevia-Extrakt zeigt Potenzial als Heilmittel für Bauchspeicheldrüsenkrebs

Hiroshima University researchers discovered that when stevia leaf extract is fermented with a special banana-leaf bacterium, it kills pancreatic cancer cells while sparing healthy kidney cells. This microbial transformation creates a powerful compound (CAME) offering hope for a natural, targeted treatment.

MEDICAL XPRESS

August 16, 2025

Global Health

Kenia besiegt Schlafkrankheit als zehntes Land Afrikas

After decades of effort, Kenya has become the 10th African country to successfully eliminate HAT, a vector-borne illness transmitted by tsetse flies, as a public health concern. The achievement contributes to a global total of at least 57 countries that have met the target for neglected tropical diseases.

DOWN TO EARTH

August 11, 2025

Global Health

Algenbasierter blauer Farbstoff ersetzt synthetische Farben

NEW FOOD MAGAZINE

August 11, 2025

Global Health

Farbwechselnder Papiersensor erkennt giftige Gase in Minuten

A simple yet brilliant sensor made with dye‑coated silica squares changes color upon exposure to 12 toxic gases, identifying them with 99% accuracy in just five minutes. It’s low‑cost, durable, and humidity‑proof—a practical breakthrough for environmental safety.

PHYS

August 7, 2025

Global Health

Gemeinsames Tanzen fördert Gesundheit und Verständnis zwischen Generationen

A new pilot in Ireland shows teens and seniors dancing together reduces sitting time in older adults and boosts cognition for both. This joyful, creative connection counters ageism and heals social distance, one dance step at a time.

MEDICAL XPRESS

August 7, 2025

Global Health

Temporäres Tattoo erkennt K.-o.-Droge innerhalb einer Sekunde

A new skin-worn "tattoo" sticker from South Korea lights up red within a second when exposed to tiny amounts of GHB, a common drug used to spike drinks. Discrete, low-cost and easy to manufacture, it empowers people with a rapid, personal safety tool.

DEUTSCHE WELLE

Juli 30, 2025

Global Health

Ein einziger genetischer Tausch macht Mücken unanfällig für Malaria

Scientists from UC San Diego used CRISPR to replace one amino acid in a mosquito protein (FREP1), rendering them resistant to both Pf and Pv malaria. A gene‑drive-like allelic system spreads this trait—blocking transmission while preserving mosquito fitness. A groundbreaking path to malaria control.

THE SCIENTIST

Juli 30, 2025

Global Health

Pfeil‑inspiriertes Anti‑Haft‑Coating bietet sichere Alternative ohne PFAS

University of Toronto engineers created a new non‑stick coating using “nanoscale fletching” inspired by arrow feather design. It repels oil and water as well as traditional coatings but uses minimal short‑chain PFAS to reduce health and environmental risks. A safer kitchen future.

SCIENCE DAILY

Juli 28, 2025

Global Health

Erste sichere, hormonfreie männliche Verhütungspille besteht Sicherheitstest

A new non‑hormonal fully reversable oral contraceptive for men has passed its first human safety trial with no side effects on hormones, heart rate, libido or mood - what female contraceptives are yet to achieve. This breakthrough opens the door to equitable birth control choices.

MEDICAL XPRESS

Juli 28, 2025

Global Health

Mikronicker beflügeln Kreativität und helfen bei Problemlösung

Scientists confirm what Dalí and Edison intuited: brief micro‑naps in sleep‑onset state N1 boost creative insight. In tests inspired by their “key over plate” method, people solved puzzles far more often than those who stayed awake or slept deeper. A low‑effort path to inspiration.

EL PAIS

Juli 28, 2025

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