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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 26-Jun-2026 04:16 ET (26-Jun-2026 08:16 GMT/UTC)

Researchers identify blood-based biomarker for cancer risk in people with Lynch Syndrome

University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Lynch Syndrome (LS) is a hereditary condition involving mutations in DNA mismatch repair genes

Researchers sequenced T cell receptors in blood and tissue samples from LS carriers and non-carriers and characterized their T cell profiles

Study revealed unique early immune signatures in patients with LS, independent of cancer history

Blood test could serve as non-invasive tool for early cancer detection and monitoring of immune response to cancer

Journal: Nature Communications

Fungi hold the key to boosting urban soil health with biochar and compost

Biochar Editorial Office, Shenyang Agricultural University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Urban green spaces such as parks, gardens, and residential lawns play an essential role in supporting biodiversity, storing carbon, and improving human well-being. However, rapid urbanization is degrading these soils, reducing their fertility and disrupting natural nutrient cycles. A new study reveals that combining biochar and compost can restore soil health, but only under the right conditions, and fungi play a decisive role in determining success.

Journal: Biochar

Chenshuang Li named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Young Investigator Award

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Chenshuang Li as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Young Investigator Award.

Pekka Vallittu named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Wilmer Souder Award

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Pekka Vallittu as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Wilmer Souder Award.

Falk Schwendicke named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist William H. Bowen Research in Dental Caries Award

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Falk Schwendicke as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist William H. Bowen Research in Dental Caries Award.

Mary C. Farach-Carson named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Salivary Research

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Mary C. Farach-Carson as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award in Salivary Research.

Kazuyoshi Baba named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for Research in Prosthodontics and Implants

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Kazuyoshi Baba as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for Research in Prosthodontics and Implants.

Hom-Lay Wang named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for Research in Periodontal Disease

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Hom-Lay Wang as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for Research in Periodontal Disease.

Xuesong He named recipient of the 2026 IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for Research in Oral Biology

International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research
Grant and Award Announcement

The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (IADR) has announced Xuesong He as the 2026 recipient of the IADR Distinguished Scientist Award for Research in Oral Biology.