Diabetic wounds pose a significant health challenge for the growing number of diabetes patients. A new study in Engineering explores microenvironment-sensitive bioactive dressings as a potential solution. These dressings target the complex DW microenvironment, with strategies like glucose- and pH-sensitive management. But their clinical use has obstacles, and future research aims to refine them for better treatment.

A study published in Engineering reveals that gut microbiota and isoflavones in soy products may have a role in alleviating geniposide hepatotoxicity. The research explored the metabolic profile of geniposide, how isoflavones affect its metabolism through specific enzymes and gut microbiota, and verified the findings in both rats and human volunteers.

A research team at the University of Barcelona’s Institute of Neurosciences (UBneuro) has discovered new molecular mechanisms related to the cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common dementia. This study, carried out on animal models with the disease, describes for the first time the decisive role of the RTP801 protein in cells known as astrocytes during the progression of this neurodegenerative disease.