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There is nothing quite like neem

There is nothing quite like neem

Find out what neem (Azadirachta indica, Meliaceae) is and why there isn't any other plant quite like it. Read about its medicinal use and bioactive compounds and how it might change pest control in the future as an unconventional insecticide.

Why do our cells age?

Why do our cells age?

Aging often gives us a sense of fear. But is old age necessarily bad? What happens in our body over the years and why do our cells age?

What is fentanyl?

What is fentanyl?

In 2002, during the Moscow theater hostage crisis,  gaseous fentanyl was used, garnering worldwide attention. Today, there is increasing talk about the epidemic of fentanyl addiction, especially in the United States. A growing number of young people are turning to the misuse of this drug, which can have tragic consequences.

Pharmacological therapy of autism

Pharmacological therapy of autism

Autism spectrum disorder is a relatively common neurological disorder whose symptoms vary from individual to individual, but what is certain is that they limit their functionality and quality of life. Current therapy is based on symptomatic treatment using non-specific medications. The development of specific medications for ASD is very challenging, but given the increasing prevalence, it is necessary.

Nothobranchius furzeri – a species that can stop time

Nothobranchius furzeri – a species that can stop time

Have you ever, thinking about ageing, just wanted to stop time? Have you ever wanted to press one huge pause? You’ve probably watched TV series and movies about vampires that don’t age but instead stay beautiful and youthful for a long time. If you thought such a thing could not be achieved, you were wrong.

A brief overview of the disease the whole world is talking about

A brief overview of the disease the whole world is talking about

In the most simple possible sense, alopecia is hair loss. Alopecia can be divided into focal and diffuse, and according to the presence or absence of scarring. Unfortunately, hair loss is usually a major concern for patients for aesthetic and psychological reasons. Some patients experience depression, anxiety, and sometimes extremely low self-esteem due to aesthetic reasons for the disease.

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Is liver biopsy still necessary? – M2BPGi as a non-invasive marker of fibrosis

Is liver biopsy still necessary? – M2BPGi as a non-invasive marker of fibrosis

by | Aug 14, 2026

Liver fibrosis silently and insidiously progresses toward cirrhosis and cancer – is biopsy the only reliable way to detect it in time? M2BPGi, a glycoprotein biomarker that reflects the activity of the fibrogenic cells themselves, offers something that existing indices like FIB-4 and APRI cannot: insight into the living fibrogenic process, not just its remnants. Can a single serum marker replace the needle and the risks that come with it?

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Lp(a): An important cardiovascular risk factor on the threshold of new therapies?

Lp(a): An important cardiovascular risk factor on the threshold of new therapies?

by | Aug 14, 2026

Did you know that nearly one in five people carries a genetically determined increased risk of heart attack, without even being aware of it? Lipoprotein(a) is a molecule that has stood in cholesterol’s shadow for decades, yet today it is recognized as an important cardiovascular risk factor that lifestyle changes and statins cannot significantly influence. What does its value mean for us, and does the new generation of drugs offer a solution?

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Early puberty – a natural trend or a public health issue?

Early puberty – a natural trend or a public health issue?

by | Jun 15, 2026

Puberty is a complex developmental biological process during which the reproductive system matures and secondary sexual characteristics develop, normally beginning between the ages of 8 and 13 in girls and between 9 and 14 in boys. However, in recent times a trend of earlier onset of puberty has been observed. The question arises whether early maturation represents a natural trend or a serious public health problem with long-term consequences.

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Dietary supplements for menstrual problems and menopause: why don’t they help everyone?

Dietary supplements for menstrual problems and menopause: why don’t they help everyone?

by | Jun 12, 2026

Soy and red clover are rich sources of genistein and daidzein, isoflavones that are used as dietary supplements to alleviate menstrual disorders, menopausal symptoms, osteoporosis, and polycystic ovary syndrome. Soy and red clover derived phytoestrogens are well known for their hormonal effects; however, it is becoming increasingly evident that their effects are not the same in all individuals.

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