Communication - IIS Aragón

6 May 2025

A new experimental drug improves motor function and prolongs life in an ALS model.

The MP-010 molecule, developed by Miramoon Pharma, acts on ryanodine receptors, opening a new therapeutic avenue for treating ALS, according to a study led by researchers from CIBERNED and several research institutes, including the IIS Aragón.
2 May 2025

Conference 'Gambling, a Public Health Problem', May 9

The CaixaForum Zaragoza Auditorium will host a conference addressing gambling as a public health issue. The event will also present two innovative prevention projects, GAMBL-OUT and GAMBL-HID, led by researchers from the IIS Aragón.
30 April 2025

'I HumanizAR and CuidAR Awards for Aragon': recognition of the humanization of healthcare

The Government of Aragon, in collaboration with Roche, will award innovative initiatives in hospitals and healthcare centers that promote more humane and high-quality care. Projects can be submitted until June 24, 2025.
30 April 2025

José María Marín: “It’s essential to know English, travel, and experience the work of other researchers firsthand.”

In this interview, the IIS Aragón researcher talks about his work leading the 'Precision Medicine in Respiratory Diseases (PRES)' group (GIIS041) and his most notable projects.
29 April 2025

Mycotherapy: Could a fungus be the key to curing cancer?

Fungi generate compounds with valuable medicinal properties that have led to the development of drugs such as antibiotics, statins, and immunological treatments. Their use in therapies for various types of cancer is currently being studied.
25 April 2025

The increase in colorectal cancer in young people: "They often have symptoms, but they're thought to be hemorrhoids."

Colorectal cancer cases in young people have doubled in the last two decades. Research points to a possible cause in childhood: a bacterial toxin capable of damaging DNA from the earliest years of life.
24 April 2025

Designation ceremony for Sector Zaragoza III, on May 6

The Zaragoza III Health Sector is the first entity in Aragon to be recognized as a Center Committed to Excellence in Care (BPSO) for implementing best practices in care, such as suicide prevention. The official designation ceremony will be held at the Lozano Blesa University Clinical Hospital.
22 April 2025

24th Conference on Cardiovascular Health Promotion: Take Care of Yourself, on April XNUMXnd

The Ibercaja Foundation and the Aragón Health Research Institute (IIS Aragón) are organizing a new event, "Vision and Heart," as part of the "Promoting Cardiovascular Health: Take Care of Yourself!" series, which will take place in the Patio de la Infanta.
21 April 2025

The IIS Aragón leads the European project for self-care for people with type 2 diabetes in Aragon.

The Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GIIS011) is participating in the Care4Diabetes study, which is being conducted at three health centers in Monzón and Zaragoza. The project aims to provide new evidence to improve the health of people with this condition.