Behind the Paper
The real stories behind the latest research papers, from conception to publication, the highs and the lows
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Transcranial electrical stimulation for the treatment of obsessive–compulsive disorder
Obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) imposes a substantial burden on mental health and is associated with substantial disability. While cognitive behavioral therapy and SSRI medication are considered first-line treatments for OCD, less than 40% of patients respond fully to these treatments.
What national hospital data reveal about the growing burden of type 2 diabetes in Chile
Type 2 diabetes is rapidly increasing worldwide, yet hospitalization trends remain understudied in Latin America. Using national hospital data from Chile, our study explored recent trends in diabetes-related admissions and the complications driving this growing public health burden.
Reflections on AI Evaluation for Breast Cancer Screening – The Gemini Study
One researcher’s perspective
Is the Blue Dye Still Worth the Mess? What Our Three-Year Study Tells Us About Finding Early Cancer in IBD Patients
Behind the Paper: A prospective randomised comparison of methylene blue chromoendoscopy versus Fujifilm virtual chromoendoscopy for dysplasia detection in inflammatory bowel disease.
From Lab to Live Demonstration: Testing an Eye-Tracking Tool for Autism in Real-World Settings
Can an eye-tracking tool validated in clinical research perform reliably outside the laboratory? In this study, we tested our autism screening paradigm during live public demonstrations across three international conferences. Here’s what we learned.
The safety and efficacy of bispecific T-cell engagers (TCEs) in patients with glioma
Glioblastoma (GBM) is a highly aggressive brain tumor with limited treatment options and poor prognosis. Bispecific T-cell engagers (TCEs) offer a promising immunotherapy approach by redirecting T cells to tumor antigens, and this review highlights their progress and challenges in glioma treatment.
Sleep as an Early Signal in ASD Genetics: Insights from Juvenile Shank3-Deficient Rats
Sleep problems often emerge early in ASD but are still treated as secondary. Our juvenile Shank3-deficient rat study highlights the need to address sleep in children with ASD—and to intervene early.
