Category: Science

Study finds successful early-career scientists rely on networks of mentors

A study analyzed responses from nearly 900 scientists who received career development grants from the US National Institutes of Health. Researchers found that the most successful early-career investigators often depend on a network of mentors rather than a single advisor. These mentors provide different roles such as advising on research, securing grants, and offering emotional support.

Modified bone-marrow cells stop fractures in osteoporosis trial

Ten older women with osteoporosis received an infusion of their own modified bone-marrow cells in a small clinical trial. Before the treatment, participants suffered fractures every year or two, but after receiving the therapy, breaks from low-impact trauma occurred only once per decade on average. The study reported to Cell found that this one-time cell therapy sustained high efficacy for several years without side effects.