Faculty of Health Sciences - News

Research suggests childhood “adiposity rebound” may reflect lean muscle growth, not increased body fat.

Researchers identified a new geometric marker of the brain ventricles that could help predict which patients with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) will benefit from shunt surgery.

Waist-to-height ratio has attracted interest as a measure of body fat and obesity.

Recent advancements in digital and immersive technologies underscore the need for transformation in dental education; however, a new international study reveals that their adoption remains strikingly limited.

Up to one in three people with Parkinson’s disease use at least one psychotropic medication. They were using psychotropics more frequently than controls already before the diagnosis, and the use increased as the disease progressed.

Instead of a few lab tests, thousands or even millions of molecular features can be measured simultaneously from a single patient with today’s technologies. Fortino's research groups develops computational methods to help interpret this complex information.

When used effectively, data from electronic health records has great potential to enhance the understanding of healthcare changes and care quality.

The Eastern Finland University Group summit brought together a wide range of key actors to discuss the deepening of collaboration and the continuation of the negotiations.

Nanoparticles can significantly enhance the delivery of different types of drugs. The PhD study showed there are many different aspects of nanoparticles that can be optimised.

Sauna bathing releases white blood cells into the bloodstream, a new study shows. Circulating white blood cells play a key role in the body’s defence against various pathogens and diseases.