CAMBRIDGE, MA -- A typical cancer cell has thousands of mutations scattered throughout its genome and hundreds of mutated genes. However, only a handful of those genes, known as drivers, are responsible for cancerous traits such as uncontrolled growth. Cancer biologists have largely ignored the other mutations, believing they had little or no impact on cancer progression. But a new study from MIT, Harvard University, the Broad Institute and Brigham and Women's Hospital reveals, for the first time, that these so-called passenger mutations are not just along for the ride. ...

ANN ARBOR—Women in developed countries survive roughly 10 years longer after a breast cancer diagnosis compared to women in poor-to-middle-income countries, a new University of Michigan study suggests. The report demonstrates the lack of access to good health care faced by women in poor countries, said the study's principal investigator Rajesh Balkrishnan, an associate professor at the U-M schools of Pharmacy and Public Health. Early diagnosis and sustained treatment were the biggest hurdles and also the main indicators of patient survival, he said. Balkrishnan and ...

VIDEO: NIMH's Dr. Maura Furey talks about how a functional brain imaging measure may help predict a patient's response to a rapid-acting experimental antidepressant. Click here for more information. A telltale boost of activity at the back of the brain while processing emotional information predicted whether depressed patients would respond to an experimental rapid-acting antidepressant, a National Institutes of Health study has found. "We have discovered a potential ...

Healthy eating not only promotes growth and development, but also provides important opportunities for children to socialize during meals. A new, comprehensive analysis of feeding behavior in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) indicates that these children are five times more likely to have a feeding problem, including extreme tantrums during meals, severe food selectivity and ritualistic mealtime behaviors. Researchers at Marcus Autism Center and the Department of Pediatrics at Emory University School of Medicine conducted a comprehensive meta-analysis of ...

A new NOAA research report finds that both fish populations and commercial and recreational anglers have benefited from "no-take" protections in the Tortugas Ecological Reserve in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. The report, "An Integrated Biogeographic Assessment of Reef Fish Populations and Fisheries in Dry Tortugas: Effects of No-take Reserves," is the first to evaluate how the 151-square nautical mile Tortugas Ecological Reserve affects the living marine resources of the region and the people whose livelihoods are connected to them. The report's analysis ...

Boston, MA – Having adequate levels of vitamin D during young adulthood may reduce the risk of adult-onset type 1 diabetes by as much as 50%, according to researchers at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH). The findings, if confirmed in future studies, could lead to a role for vitamin D supplementation in preventing this serious autoimmune disease in adults. The study was published online February 3, 2013 and will appear in the March 1 print edition of the American Journal of Epidemiology. "It is surprising that a serious disease such as type 1 diabetes could perhaps ...

According to a new technical report, the effects of climate change will continue to threaten the health and vitality of U.S. coastal communities' social, economic and natural systems. The report, Coastal Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerabilities: a technical input to the 2013 National Climate Assessment, authored by leading scientists and experts, emphasizes the need for increased coordination and planning to ensure U.S. coastal communities are resilient against the effects of climate change. The recently-released report examines and describes climate change impacts on ...

LA JOLLA, CA – February 4, 2013 – A team led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) has identified specific cellular events that appear key to lupus, a debilitating autoimmune disease that afflicts tens of millions of people worldwide. The findings suggest that blocking this pathway in lupus-triggering cells could be a potent weapon against the disease. In the new study, described in an online Early Edition of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences the week of February 4, 2013, the researchers determined that the absence of a certain type ...

(Edmonton) A University of Alberta polar bear researcher along with eleven international co-authors are urging governments to start planning for rapid Arctic ecosystem change to deal with a climate change catastrophe for the animals. U of A professor Andrew Derocher co-authored a policy perspective in the journal Conservation Letters urging governments with polar bear populations to accept that just one unexpected jump in Arctic warming trends could send some polar bear populations into a precipitous decline. "It's a fact that early sea ice break-up and late ice freeze-up ...

Cyclone Felleng traveled through the Mozambique Channel during the week of Jan. 28, 2013 and emerged south into the Southern Indian Ocean where it transitioned into a cold core low pressure area. NASA's TRMM satellite captured a look at the rainfall rates occurring in Felleng as it was making that transition on Feb. 1. NASA's Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite flew over Cyclone Felleng on Feb. 1 at 1648 UTC (11:48 a.m. EST) as it was exiting the Mozambique Channel and becoming extra-tropical. TRMM measured a small area of heavy rainfall east of the center ...

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Researchers long have evaluated the roles parents play in children's development. Now, researchers at the University of Missouri have found that mothers' directiveness, the extent to which they try to control the content and pace of young children's play, varies based on the children's ages and the mothers' ethnicities. In addition, the study found that the more directive the mothers were during play, the less engaged children were with them and the more negative emotion the children displayed toward their mothers. "Children flourish when they have opportunities ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – A five-year study by researchers at three universities has established that providing tangible assistance to others protects our health and lengthens our lives. This, after more than two decades of research failed to establish that the same benefits accrue to the recipients of such help. Principal investigator Michael J. Poulin, PhD, assistant professor of psychology at the University at Buffalo, says, "This study offers a significant contribution to the research literature on the relationship between social environment and health, and specifically to ...

OAK BROOK, Ill. – The underlying medical conditions facing young adults who undergo computed tomography (CT) exams represent a significantly greater health risk than that of radiation-induced cancer from CT, according to a new study published online in the journal Radiology. CT utilization has grown approximately 10 percent annually over the last 15 years in the U.S., raising fears of an increase in radiation-induced cancers. However, discussions of radiation-induced cancer risk often fail to take into account the condition of the patients being imaged, according to ...

San Diego, CA, February 5, 2013 – Understanding the relationships between lifestyle behaviors and health outcomes can be enhanced by the use of wearable cameras, concludes a collection of studies in a special theme issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Three studies report on the latest preventive medicine research using Microsoft's wearable camera, the SenseCam. "Wearable cameras and their associated software analysis tools have developed to the point that they now appear well suited to measure sedentary behavior, active travel, and nutrition-related ...

San Diego, CA, February 5, 2013 – Electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), or e-cigarettes, debuted in China in 2003 and have since become available globally, particularly through the Internet. While they resemble traditional tobacco cigarettes, they produce fewer toxins in the vapor for the smoker. Still, these novel products have unknown long-term health and addiction consequences, are of varying nicotine content and delivery, and may appeal to nonusers and youth. ENDS have been banned by health authorities in Canada and Australia. Researchers from the United States, ...

A University of British Columbia study of American attitudes toward climate change finds that local weather – temperature, in particular – is a major influence on public and media opinions on the reality of global warming. The study, published today by the journal Climatic Change, finds a strong connection between U.S. weather trends and public and media attitudes towards climate science over the past 20 years – with skepticism about global warming increasing during cold snaps and concern about climate change growing during hot spells. "Our findings help to explain ...

One natural remedy proven in a research study to relieve hot flashes may come as a surprise to some, as it is such a well-known, widely used vitamin with many benefits. It's the famous vitamin C. The study was called "Non-Hormonal Control of Vaso-Motor Flushing in Menopausal Patients", published in the journal: "Chicago Medicine." Vasomotor refers to the nerves and muscles causing blood vessels to constrict (narrow) or dilate (open). Extensive research indicates that vitamin C strengthens blood vessel membranes and acts as a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants ...

KB Associates Europe (KBAE) has launched a new "Online Registration" feature on the website for all the training courses available in the UK and Europe. With the expansion of business and operations in Europe, a self-automated 24/7 online registration will ease the application process for students. The website clearly distinguishes four training categories; Health & Safety, Commercial Diving, First Aid and Professional Development courses. This allows browsers to dive straight into the disciplines that have an interest on. The Health and Safety category ...

Interglobe Music, A fast growing boutique music label for the underdogs, today announced a partnership with BLUE PIE. BLUE PIE is a leading provider of digital distribution, publishing, recording, marketing, and promotion services to the global music community. BLUE PIE produces the new global dance, house and club music show called DJ Central TV. "Through our collaboration with BLUE PIE we are able to provide emerging artists with global distribution and brand visibility in an unconventional way" said Bunmi Jinadu, CEO and Founder of Interglobe Music. "Our ...

With the release of Ohio Evidence Rules 2013, Courtroom Quick Reference, attorneys in Ohio have a convenient legal reference book that can be used in the courtroom, chambers, office or at home. This book contains the complete Ohio Rules of Evidence, current through January 1, 2013, the Federal Rules of Evidence, effective December 1, 2011, and the Traditional Federal Rules of Evidence, effective through November 30, 2011. Ohio Evidence Rules 2013 is part of Summit Legal Publishing's Courtroom Quick Reference series and joins a growing line-up of products for attorneys ...

She performed on a national platform with Donald Lawrence and the Tri-City Singers. Now, Arnetta Murrill-Crooms is finding her own voice, releasing her first solo project and establishing herself as one of gospel music's most celebrated artists. Since her award winning days with the Tri-City Singers, fans (as well as industry leaders) have waited in anticipation for a solo project from Arnetta. Well, at long last, the wait is finally over and the world is able to witness Arnetta establish herself as a solo artist on the gospel music scene. Her label, On The Beat Entertainment, ...

Idojour.com, a new online bridal boutique, announces the launch of wedding attire from four new emerging designers including: Amanda Garrett, Tony Hamawy, Rania Hatoum and Winifred Bean. Idojour's new collection of wedding gowns are exquisitely made, representing a modern, unique and sophisticated aesthetic, ranging from $1000-$3500 in price. Idojour fills a niche market helping busy brides find the latest fashions at accessible prices that are just a click away. The experienced staff assists with sizing, styles and even offers free swatches to make finding that perfect ...

With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, vacation exchange provider Dial An Exchange (DAE) announces romantic locations for travelers who are looking for a new way to surprise their partner for the occasion. How about an exotic escape to the Hawaiian island of Oahu and a long weekend of luaus, perfect sunsets and relaxing on Waikiki Beach? Or a fiesta in the Riviera Maya region of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. For a cozier getaway, try Big Bear Lake, California and special evenings in front of the fireplace. For Valentine's Day, run away to: Oahu, Hawaii: The ...

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule. Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and ...

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