ISGlobal Archives - El·lipse

Ivermectin was recently shown to inhibit the replication of SARS-CoV-2 in vitro at very high doses, but this effect has not yet been studied in vivo. The new study will investigate this question in a randomised trial. | Picture by ISGlobal.

21.05.2020

New study to assess the efficacy of ivermectin against COVID-19

So far, two recent studies suggest that hydroxychloroquine may be effective in reducing the viral load of SARS-CoV-2, although the results are inconclusive and further research is needed.

13.05.2020

New study to assess the efficacy of hydroxychloroquine in the prevention and treatment of COVID-19 during pregnancy

Exceptional prevention measures are coming into effect for the entire PRBB community. These measures are accompanied by new signalling with clear messages. Following the measures, self-responsibility and respect for all residents will be key. | Picture by Albert Català.

12.05.2020

The PRBB gets ready for a phased comeback of its residents

Patients who received redemsivir had a 31% faster recovery time than those who received placebo. There was a 4-day reduction in hospital stay. | Picture by Francisco Avia.

08.05.2020

The antiviral drug remdesivir reduces the time to recovery in COVID-19 patients

The implication of our findings is that prenatal exposure to air pollutants has a lasting effect on growth after birth. | Picture by Ömürden Cengiz from Unsplash.

29.04.2020

Exposure to air pollution during pregnancy is associated with growth delays

Picture by AS_Appendorf from Pixabay.

22.04.2020

Research life in times of the coronavirus pandemic

Fish is a major source of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids which are important for the developing fetus. | Picture by Shutterbug75 from Pixabay.

17.04.2020

Benefits of eating fish in moderation while pregnant outweigh risks for child

| Edited picture from the National Cancer Institute on Unsplash.

07.04.2020

On Covid-19 research at the PRBB

07.04.2020

Making a contribution to Hospital del Mar to fight against the new coronavirus pandemic

In Spain, around 41% of children aged 6 to 9 years were overweight and/or obese in 2015. | Picture by Kevin Gent from Unsplash.

24.03.2020

Childhood overweight trend shows a slight decrease, but increases in disadvantaged environments

Picture of the debate that took place after the screening of the documentary "Scientifilia".

22.03.2020

A gender perspective on the scientific career

Accelerated lung function decline occurs in any adult who gains weight, regardless of their body mass index. | Picture by I Yunmai from Unsplash.

05.03.2020

Weight changes affect lung function in adulthood