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Researchers develop tool to determine individual risk of prostate cancer overdiagnosis Nomogram aims to enable informed decision-making and personalized treatment SEATTLE - Studies have found that prostate cancer is overdiagnosed in up to 42 percent ...
Read the releaseStudy: Athlete's first reaction in victory is dominance Body language, also called 'triumph,' stronger in victors from cultures that emphasize hierarchy SAN FRANCISCO -- Upon victory, an athlete's initial and instinctive reaction is one that displays dominance ...
Read the releaseResearchers pursuing arthritis protein Chronic inflammation poses something of a mystery for researchers. If we become infected, the body immediately takes steps to repair and tidy it up. This process manifests itself as inflammation, which stems from a high ...
Read the releaseDrought and downing equal vulture supermarkets NEW YORK (EMBARGO: Wednesday, January 8, 2014 5 PM EST, USA) African vultures are famous for quickly finding carcasses; so much so that they are considered clairvoyants in parts of Africa. But just how do vultures ...
Read the releaseUCLA life scientists, colleagues differentiate microbial good and evil To safely use bacteria in agriculture to help fertilize crops, it is vital to understand the difference between harmful and healthy strains. The bacterial genus Burkholderia, ...
Read the releaseElephant shark genome provides new insights into bone formation and adaptive immunity in humans A*STAR-led international consortium completely decodes the first shark-family member genome 1. Singapore, Jan, 09, 2014 ...
Read the releaseResearchers discover how vascular disease activates autoimmune disorders The hardening of the arteries, also called atherosclerosis, that can lead to heart attack or stroke. has also been linked to autoimmune disorders. It has not been clear why these diseases are related, ...
Read the releaseJCI early table of contents for Jan. 9, 2014 Engineered anti-toxin antibodies improve efficacy The effectiveness of toxin-neutralizing antibodies is considered to be mediated through the interaction of the variable region of the antibody and the toxin; ...
Read the releaseEngineered anti-toxin antibodies improve efficacy The effectiveness of toxin-neutralizing antibodies is considered to be mediated through the interaction of the variable region of the antibody and the toxin; however, recent studies suggest that the constant ...
Read the releaseMice exposed to retinoid deficiency in utero exhibit bronchial hyperresponsiveness as adults Individuals with asthma and COPD are subject to debilitating bronchospasm as a result of airways that are hyperresponsive to stimuli. Factors that lead to the ...
Read the releaseJoslin researchers determine hormone linked to improved glucose metabolism activates browning of fat BOSTON – (January 9, 2013) – Researchers at Joslin Diabetes Center have discovered that a hormone long associated with weight loss and improved glucose metabolism ...
Read the releaseNIH-funded scientists develop mouse model for atopic dermatitis Study identifies potential targets for eczema treatment A study reports the development of a new mouse model for atopic dermatitis, an inflammatory skin disorder ...
Read the releaseRewiring stem cells A fast and comprehensive method for determining the function of genes could greatly improve our understanding of a wide range of diseases and conditions, such as heart disease, liver disease and cancer. The method uses stem cells ...
Read the releaseWhy is type 2 diabetes an increasing problem? Popular theory to explain increasing frequency of type 2 diabetes refuted by evidence Contrary to a common belief, researchers have shown that genetic regions associated with increased risk of type 2 ...
Read the releaseQuantum mechanics explains efficiency of photosynthesis Light-gathering macromolecules in plant cells transfer energy by taking advantage of molecular vibrations whose physical descriptions have no equivalents in classical physics, according to the first unambiguous ...
Read the releaseEurope to suffer from more severe and persistent droughts As Europe is battered by storms, new research reminds us of the other side of the coin. By the end of this century, droughts in Europe are expected to be more frequent and intense due to climate change ...
Read the releaseNewly published survey shows drug shortages still have major impact on patient care Coalition publishes new evidence on the patient impact of drug shortages in US According to newly published results from a survey of pharmacy directors, drug shortages remain a serious ...
Read the releaseMyotonic dystrophy disrupts normal control of gene expression in the heart HOUSTON – (Jan. 9, 2014) – Disruption of a transcription network controlled by MEF2 in heart tissue of people with myotonic dystrophy type 1 – an inherited form of muscular dystrophy ...
Read the releaseMystery solved: How nerve impulse generators get where they need to go Study identifies essential molecule for transport of protein from neuron cell body to axon COLUMBUS, Ohio – Scientists have solved a longstanding mystery of the central nervous system, showing how a key ...
Read the releaseSurprising new class of 'hypervelocity stars' discovered escaping the galaxy An international team of astronomers has discovered a surprising new class of "hypervelocity stars" – solitary stars moving fast enough to escape the gravitational grasp of ...
Read the releaseStudy of Nepalese pilgrims challenges diagnosis of acute mountain sickness A study led by University of British Columbia scientists calls into question a widely used method of diagnosing acute mountain sickness. The Lake Louise Score Questionnaire has ...
Read the releaseA new pathway for neuron repair is discovered Penn State University molecular biologists have discovered a brand-new pathway for repairing nerve cells that could have implications for faster and improved healing. The researchers describe their findings in a paper titled "Dendrite ...
Read the releaseMicroalgae and aquatic plants can help to decrease radiopollution in the Fukushima area Springer's Journal of Plant Research presents the results of a 2-year investigation in a special issue After a huge earthquake caused severe damage to the Fukushima 1 Nuclear Power ...
Read the releaseLa Jolla Institute scientist identifies pivotal cellular protein underlying eczema Discovery opens new therapeutic avenue for chronic skin condition affecting millions SAN DIEGO – (January 9th, 2014) Researchers from the La Jolla Institute for Allergy ...
Read the releaseUnfit, lean people are better protected against heart attacks than fit, obese people In a study published in the European Heart Journal, a research team at Umeå University, Sweden, has shown that physical fitness in your teens can reduce the risk of heart ...
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