Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

In recognition of Heart Health Month, we’re spotlighting the importance of cardiovascular wellness. From risk factors and prevention to innovative treatments, we’re exploring the science and stories shaping heart health today.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 24-Jul-2025 13:11 ET (24-Jul-2025 17:11 GMT/UTC)

31-Jan-2025

240-year-old drug could save UK National Health Service £100 million a year treating common heart rhythm disorder

University of Birmingham
Peer-Reviewed Publication
30-Jan-2025

Salt and nutritional content of foods advertised during televised professional football games

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication
30-Jan-2025

A new therapeutic target for a lethal form of heart failure: ALPK2

Nagoya University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
29-Jan-2025

Africa’s largest human microbiome study sheds light on gut diversity and health

University of the Witwatersrand
Peer-Reviewed Publication