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Date Title Comments Rating
2011-12-30 New report on CNS, metabolic, immunologic disorders, infection, cardiovascular disease and oncology therapeutic markets 0 None
2011-12-30 Van Andel studies distinguish cancer subtypes and provide promising new drug targets 0 None
2011-12-30 Chimps, like humans, inform ignorant group members of danger 0 None
2011-12-30 Glia cells also regulate learning and memory 0 None
2011-12-30 Four-year effort to map genetic code of 1,000 African-Americans 0 None
2011-12-30 ATM gene mutations may increase hereditary risk for pancreatic cancer 0 None
2011-12-30 Prion protein uptake associated with development of Scrapie disease 0 None
2011-12-29 Slimy new way of transport designed by Japanese 0 None
2011-12-29 Individuals with diverse skin microbiota at lower risk of contracting malaria 0 None
2011-12-29 ASBMB names Yale scientist as winner of inaugural Alice and C.C. Wang award 0 None
2011-12-29 Seniors with higher levels of vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids perform better on mental acuity tests 0 None
2011-12-29 Speedy drug metabolism more likely to cause multidrug-resistant TB 0 None
2011-12-29 Increase in human activity threatens natural aquatic ecosystems in Tanzania 0 None
2011-12-29 New initiative to detect cancers in earliest stages inside cells 0 None
2011-12-29 Diets high in vitamins or omega 3 fatty acids reduce brain shrinkage 0 None
2011-12-28 Troponin I level test may help rule-out diagnosis of heart attack 0 None
2011-12-28 Research provides first proof of epigenetic risk factor for type 2 diabetes 0 None
2011-12-28 Scientists identify molecular player critical to proper working of important health proteins 0 None
2011-12-28 Obama and Gingrich differ on embryonic stem cell research 0 None
2011-12-28 Meta-analysis does not find significant association between CYP2C19 genotype and cardiovascular events 0 None
2011-12-28 Critical considerations for adenovirus-based HIV vaccine trials 0 None
2011-12-28 Obesity associated with hypothalamic injury 0 None
2011-12-28 DNA stays too tightly wound in brain cells of patients with schizophrenia 0 5
2011-12-28 IL-1 gene inactivation may reduce severe clinical complications of atherosclerosis 0 3
2011-12-28 Researchers decode and characterize DNA repair mechanism 0 None
2011-12-28 Current scientific understanding of left and right-handedness 0 None
2011-12-28 New approach may prevent septic shock 0 None
2011-12-27 Tbx3 dysfunction may cause acquired and spontaneous arrhythmias 0 None
2011-12-27 FDA clears Meridian Bioscience's new Clostridium difficile assay 0 None
2011-12-26 Synthetic drugs treat Crohn's disease in mice 0 4
2011-12-26 Researchers discover that neutrophils exist in the spleen 0 None
2011-12-26 Pfizer, Karo Bio partner to develop RORgamma modulators for autoimmune diseases 0 None
2011-12-26 Cleveland Clinic scientists named AAAS Fellows 0 None
2011-12-26 AAA announces recipients of Young Investigator Awards 0 None
2011-12-26 Science journal selects Mayo Clinic discovery among top 10 achievements of 2011 0 None
2011-12-26 Glycol chitosan-coated MRI agent safer, more effective in detecting breast cancer 0 None
2011-12-26 Neuroscientists discover gene responsible for HDLS 0 5
2011-12-26 Biologists develop radar to track ADAR's RNA editing activity in neurons 0 None
2011-12-26 UCSF professor receives 2012 Paul Ehrlich and Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize 0 None
2011-12-26 PMC receives $100,000 donation for new mesothelioma research laboratory 0 None
2011-12-26 Researchers report how sildenafil can alleviate heart problems 0 None
2011-12-23 Genetic analysis revises treatment recommendations related to thyroid cancer 0 None
2011-12-23 Tyrosine kinases play greater role in mitochondria than previously recognized 0 None
2011-12-23 Scientific journal retracts study that linked mouse virus to human chronic fatigue syndrome 0 None
2011-12-23 Potential new strategy against bacteria with multi-drug resistant organisms 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers discover key interaction at heart of promising new treatment for Fabry disease 0 None
2011-12-23 Reverse spectroscopy eliminates background noise and cleans up images 0 None
2011-12-23 Radiology researchers discover that MS affects thalamus of the brain 0 None
2011-12-23 UTA chemist to develop simple, paper-based test for drug-resistant TB 0 None
2011-12-23 Anti-cancer drugs may also fight antibiotic resistance 0 None
2011-12-23 LincRNAs play key roles during embryonic brain development 0 None
2011-12-23 UCF scientists pioneer new source of stem cell generation 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers reveal what cells respond to anesthesia in C. elegans 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers successfully treat severe congenital disorder in mouse model 0 None
2011-12-23 Scientists discover how DNA mismatch repair proteins work 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers evaluate role of Mediterranean diet ingredients in prevention of cell damage 0 None
2011-12-23 Faulty lipid metabolism may cause MS, says forensic anthropologist 0 5
2011-12-23 Fluoride has dramatic effects on bacteria inside the mouth 0 None
2011-12-23 Scientists discover mechanism by which TNFα stimulates tumor formation 0 None
2011-12-23 Changes in social structure, cultural practices can contribute to human evolution 0 None
2011-12-23 Gladstone, Bristol-Myers Squibb to identify and validate novel targets in Alzheimer's 0 None
2011-12-23 First picture of how specialized neurons are organized in hairy skin 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers identify previously unknown gene fusion event in lung cancer 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers identify molecules that can stimulate heart muscle regeneration 0 None
2011-12-23 Inhibition of necroptosis protects mice from lethal SIRS 0 None
2011-12-23 Researchers develop CAD-type tools to engineer RNA control systems 0 None
2011-12-23 D12-PGJ3 compound can cure leukemia 0 5
2011-12-22 New way to awaken paternal Ube3a allele linked with Angelman syndrome 0 5
2011-12-22 Large-intestine bacteria may help prevent obesity 0 None
2011-12-22 Low-gluten beers can cause symptoms in patients with celiac disease 0 None
2011-12-22 Effects of allopregnanolone in women with severe pre-menstrual syndrome 0 5
2011-12-22 Study examines prevalence of Fusarium in bathroom sink drains 0 None
2011-12-22 Researchers use functional MRI scans to perform brain decoding 0 None
2011-12-22 FLT-PET imaging can effectively detect mantle cell lymphoma 0 None
2011-12-22 Researchers discover that humans are natural-born multi-taskers 0 None
2011-12-22 Researchers map every apparent physical interaction of HIV virus with human cells 0 None
2011-12-22 Scientists discover N-cadherin as promising therapeutic target for pancreatic cancer 0 None
2011-12-22 Researchers discover how c-MYC facilitates tumor growth 0 None
2011-12-22 Autism Speaks announces 47 new ASD research grants 0 None
2011-12-22 Study hopes to explain premature births and failed inductions of labour 0 None
2011-12-22 CNVs appear to play a significant role in early onset bipolar disorder 0 None
2011-12-22 Study measures brain activity in infants to better understand their pain response 0 None
2011-12-22 Scientists model brain structure to help computers recognize objects 0 None
2011-12-22 ORNL tool reveals previously undiscovered role of retinoblastoma 0 None
2011-12-22 Leishmania parasite develops combined resistance against drug, human immune system 0 None
2011-12-22 People with smaller regions of brain's cortex more likely to develop early Alzheimer's 0 None
2011-12-22 Researchers discover how normal cells in tumors can drive cancer growth 0 None
2011-12-21 Bacteria use host proteins to build camouflaged homes inside healthy cells 0 None
2011-12-21 Optical imaging can visualize cultured cancer cells' response to particular drug 0 None
2011-12-21 Research into how flying fox spreads infectious diseases 0 None
2011-12-21 Scientists identify why African naked mole-rat feels no pain when exposed to acid 0 None
2011-12-21 Study on how Antarctic worms survive current levels of ocean warming 0 None
2011-12-21 Researchers discover how spinning microparticles can direct neuron growth 0 None
2011-12-21 Researchers discover one of vitamin E's normal body functions 0 None
2011-12-21 Optical coherence tomography measures changes in retinal cone cells 0 None
2011-12-21 New method uses cultured skin cells to detect contact allergy 0 None
2011-12-21 CSF biomarkers can help detect early stage of Alzheimer's 0 None
2011-12-21 GSK, ProteoTech enter R&D agreement to develop new Parkinson's therapeutics 0 None
2011-12-21 CWRU receives NIDDK grant to study role of innate immunity in IBD 0 None
2011-12-21 Study assesses evidence of immunosuppression in sepsis 0 None
2011-12-21 Scientists create functional model of native extracellular matrix 0 None
2011-12-21 University of Oxford scientists develop new candidate malaria vaccine 0 None
2011-12-21 Women with breast cancer more likely to develop heart disease 0 None
2011-12-20 BMDCs can contribute to olfactory neurons through plasticity mechanism 0 None
2011-12-20 Study examines relationship between malaria, salmonella infection 0 None
2011-12-20 EETs may also drive growth and spread of cancer 0 None
2011-12-20 Hebrew University student wins Kaye Innovation Award for anti-cancer therapy 0 None
2011-12-20 PerkinElmer's ViaCord enters collaborative study with Miracle Babies 0 None
2011-12-20 Kessler Foundation researcher earns Humboldt award for brain and behavior study 0 None
2011-12-20 Scientists discover missing link between body's biological clock and sugar metabolism system 0 None
2011-12-20 IRSF announces new grants for research into Rett syndrome 0 None
2011-12-20 Math model reveals that spatial tissue structure delays tumor formation 0 None
2011-12-20 CREB1 molecule activates genes linked to brain longevity 0 None
2011-12-20 Lostartan can reduce cigarette smoke-induced lung injury 0 None
2011-12-20 Acupuncture can reduce protein associated with chronic stress 0 None
2011-12-20 New UA cancer research centre to focus on personalised treatment options 0 None
2011-12-20 Stabilizing mitochondria protects against Parkinson's in a rat model 0 None
2011-12-20 Blocking EETs may represent novel strategy for cancer therapy 0 None
2011-12-20 EETs promote primary tumor growth and metastasis in mouse models of cancer 0 None
2011-12-20 Gene therapy may promote growth of hair cells in inner ear 0 None
2011-12-19 Individualised approach to cancer medicine considering genetic variations 0 None
2011-12-19 Lixte's LB-205 shows therapeutic potential against Gaucher disease 0 None
2011-12-19 New gel could nip Lyme borreliosis infection in the bud 0 None
2011-12-19 Soybean compounds can increase effectiveness of radiation treatment for lung cancer 0 None
2011-12-19 IGN joins BCCA Genome Science Center 0 None
2011-12-19 arGEN-X to advance SIMPLE Antibody platform for treatment of autoimmune disorders 0 None
2011-12-19 ASI launches GenASIs advanced cytogenetic and pathology platforms 0 None
2011-12-19 Scientists discover a way to keep normal and cancer cells alive in the lab 0 None
2011-12-19 Increased Sirt1 expression protects against neurodegeneration in HD mouse model 0 None
2011-12-19 Link between malaria and salmonella infections 0 None
2011-12-19 SIRT1 gene appears to delay onset of HD in mouse model 0 None
2011-12-17 Researchers identify gene that causes PKD/IC in infants 0 None
2011-12-17 Researchers discover miR-520 blocks cancer-promoting signaling pathway 0 None
2011-12-17 Scientists devise a way to reduce side effects of lung cancer therapy 0 None
2011-12-17 Researchers demonstrate laser transmission spectroscopy 0 None
2011-12-17 Gladstone Senior Investigator named AAAS fellow for cardiac and stem cell research 0 None
2011-12-16 Microvascular stamp stimulates, directs blood vessel growth on wound surface 0 5
2011-12-16 F. nucleatum alters endothelial integrity and allows other bacteria to invade human body 0 None
2011-12-16 Researchers discover how the brain merges sights and sounds 0 None
2011-12-16 Short spiral-shaped proteins can efficiently deliver DNA segments to cells 0 None
2011-12-16 Certain measures of kidney health may predict who is likely to die prematurely 0 None
2011-12-16 Researchers identify gene responsible for EMT transformation 0 None
2011-12-16 Scientists identify how cells reduce tissue damage from inflammation in ALI model 0 None
2011-12-16 Gates Foundation, Grand Challenges to develop new diagnostics for tropical diseases 0 None
2011-12-16 Wistar to develop new drug against EBV-associated cancers 0 None
2011-12-16 Study unveils mechanisms behind neurological effects of penitrem A 0 None
2011-12-16 Hereditary cancer syndrome predisposes patients to uveal melanoma 0 None
2011-12-16 Researchers identify second oldest human disease mutation 0 None
2011-12-16 Cancer-causing potential of fetal exposure to carcinogens can vary substantially 0 None
2011-12-16 FLI, IZW partner to begin ageing research project in 2012 0 None
2011-12-16 Scientists discover gene that causes Weaver syndrome 0 None
2011-12-16 NACP and MAPT polymorphisms interact to influence rate of Parkinson's progression 0 None
2011-12-16 Serotonin, wnt are in charge of asymmetrical right-left development in embryos 0 None
2011-12-16 Scientists uncover critical genetic mutation in patients with MDS 0 None
2011-12-15 University of Southampton receives ERC grant to support research into enhanced NMR 0 None
2011-12-15 FIND, NUS collaborate to identify novel biomarkers for TB diagnosis 0 None
2011-12-15 Lab results change in consistent ways during the course of Kawasaki disease 0 None
2011-12-15 FEBS and Elsevier's new journal to benefit scientific community 0 None
2011-12-15 SU2C, MRA announce new Dream Team dedicated to melanoma research 0 None
2011-12-15 New drug candidate may halt mental decline of Alzheimer's 0 None
2011-12-15 Cereblon protein now holds hope in fight against multiple myeloma 0 None
2011-12-15 MPC project to study how plant genes contribute to producing medicinal compounds 0 None
2011-12-15 Researchers identify genetic factors responsible for neurons in the thalamus 0 None
2011-12-15 First mobile safety lab for South African patients with AIDS and TB 0 None
2011-12-15 M. pneumoniae CARDS toxin plays a critical role in asthma 0 5
2011-12-15 Multiple CT scans can increase risk of cancer 0 5
2011-12-15 Small genetic changes may increase risk of schizophrenia 0 None
2011-12-15 MDC professor to receive Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize 0 None
2011-12-15 Nitroglycerin can boost body's natural immune response to cancer 0 None
2011-12-15 Modern humans have a better sense of smell than Neanderthals 0 5
2011-12-15 Isis announces addition of three new drug development candidates 0 None
2011-12-15 Researchers discover novel viral oncogenesis mechanism 0 None
2011-12-15 Fast Forward, Lineagen to fund clinical development and validation of blood-based assay for MS 0 None
2011-12-15 Liver transplantations for NASH-Cirrhosis increase dramatically 0 None
2011-12-15 DCC gene protects mice from onset of colon cancer 0 None
2011-12-15 Researchers develop mouse model to investigate fenugreek allergy 0 None
2011-12-15 Antioxidant can delay onset of all indicators of Alzheimer's 2 None
2011-12-15 Novel prognostic model for patients with treatment-related MDS 0 None
2011-12-15 Molecular signature indicative of hypoxia predicts progression to AD 0 None
2011-12-14 Dendrimers offers a new way to treat age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa 0 None
2011-12-14 H2S plays critical role in signaling pathway linked to Alzheimer's and Parkinson's 0 None
2011-12-14 Fresh cells can pep talk immune cells exhausted by HIV or hepatitis C 0 None
2011-12-14 Chemical disruption to key interaction shown to limit metastasis in test mice 0 None
2011-12-14 Hydrogel regenerates healthy, scar-free tissue on skin damaged by severe burns 0 None
2011-12-14 Potential nanoparticle treatment for macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa 0 None
2011-12-14 Acetylcholine can weaken synaptic connections between neurons in brain 0 None
2011-12-14 Researchers discover how statins promote breakdown of plaque in arteries 0 None
2011-12-14 Link between high tau levels and worse outcome after head trauma 0 None
2011-12-14 Researchers uncover important source of inflammation for CKD 0 None
2011-12-14 Macrophages play a role in brown fat metabolism 2 None
2011-12-14 Scientists shed light on 3-D structure of olfactory receptor binding site 0 None
2011-12-14 New study: Insulin signaling is altered in human pancreas 0 None
2011-12-14 GW scientist to identify molecular mechanisms that define embryonic OE stem cells 0 None
2011-12-14 Researchers create vaccine that reduces tumors in mice 0 None
2011-12-14 Researchers convert astrocytes directly into dopamine-producing neurons 0 None
2011-12-14 Study reveals key role of melatonin receptor in sleep regulation 0 None
2011-12-14 New substance can replace nucleoside thymidine in DNA biosynthesis 0 None
2011-12-14 Aethlon Hemopurifier can capture Nef protein exosomes linked with HIV 0 5
2011-12-14 Researchers identify interactive pathway that regulates cancer metastasis 0 None
2011-12-14 People with myotonic muscular dystrophy more likely to develop cancer 0 None
2011-12-14 Vorinostat in addition to chemotherapy drugs improves remission rates in AML patients 0 None
2011-12-13 New exercise and memory study for Parkinson's disease patients 0 None
2011-12-13 Matrix protein tenascin C regulates astrocyte development 0 None
2011-12-13 Scientists identify gene mutation behind Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia 0 None
2011-12-13 DNA sequencing identifies new altered genes that drive CLL 1 5
2011-12-13 Brain atrophy is evident in Parkinson's patients with MCI 0 None
2011-12-13 Scientists identify A2bAR as possible new therapeutic target against atherosclerosis 0 None
2011-12-13 Research describes advantages of new vaccine adjuvant 0 None
2011-12-13 Fred Kavli Public Symposium discusses about 'The Brain on Trial' 0 None
2011-12-13 Study demonstrates that bone marrow and PBSC result in similar patient survival 0 None
2011-12-13 Scientists pinpoint protein that allows GBM to invade healthy brain tissue 0 None
2011-12-13 Researchers discover how bloodstream malaria infection manipulates immune system 0 None
2011-12-13 New high-alcohol-seeking mice mimics human consumption patterns 0 None
2011-12-13 Scientists discover how intestinal tract influences B cells to prevent infection 0 None
2011-12-13 Scientists create antigenic myeloma peptide 'cocktail' 0 None
2011-12-13 Synta's ganetespib shows potent in vitro and in vivo activity against multiple breast cancer types 0 None
2011-12-13 Study describes new method that synthesizes novel anti-HIV protein 0 None
2011-12-13 LTCRT participates in GPS study that seeks to personalize cancer care 0 None
2011-12-13 Study to establish zebrafish as functional animal model for V. cholerae 0 None
2011-12-13 Study: One kind of leukemia sometimes masquerades as another 0 None
2011-12-13 KPT-SINE shows promise against CLL 0 None
2011-12-13 Plexxikon announces scientific findings from PLX3397 preclinical studies on AML 0 None
2011-12-13 Scientists identify genetic alteration behind anophthalmia 1 None
2011-12-13 Ect2 protein plays a crucial role in cell division 0 None
2011-12-12 Reata, Abbott partner to develop and commercialize AIMs for chronic diseases 0 None
2011-12-12 Technique expands scarce resources used for cord blood transplant procedure 0 None
2011-12-12 Scientists identify importance of novel protein-regulating mechanism 0 None
2011-12-12 Rainbow Biosciences signs letter of intent to form new joint venture with n3D 0 None
2011-12-12 Research examines novel treatment techniques for hemophilia B, VTE 0 None
2011-12-12 Immunomodulators show promise against multiple myeloma 0 None
2011-12-12 BioInvent announces new BI-505 preclinical data on multiple myeloma 0 None
2011-12-12 New method for detailed analyses of electrical activity in brain 0 None
2011-12-12 New research on diagnosis and treatment of leukemia to be presented at 53rd ASH meeting 0 None
2011-12-12 Breakthroughs in hematopoietic cell transplantation to be presented at 53rd ASH meeting 0 None
2011-12-12 Rare genetic condition provides insight into how pancreas develops 0 None
2011-12-12 Pig iPSCs can safely incorporate into tissues without tumor formation 0 None
2011-12-12 Biochip can quickly predict blood poisoning 0 None
2011-12-12 New cost-effective liquid solution can help fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria 0 None
2011-12-12 New cancer research findings presented at 53rd ASH annual meeting 0 None
2011-12-12 Suppressing STARD9 protein could be a novel strategy to fight cancers 0 None
2011-12-12 Researchers shown how BRCA1 inactivation raises cancer risk 0 None
2011-12-12 PCI-32765 produces durable remissions in Phase I/II CLL clinical trial 0 None
2011-12-12 New data from TetraLogic's TL32711 study on AML presented at 53rd ASH meeting 0 None
2011-12-12 Cortex plays a key role in fear learning 0 None
2011-12-12 HER2 proteins do not predict breast cancer patient's outcome after Herceptin treatment 0 None
2011-12-12 Gene therapy can reduce painful bleeding episodes in patients with hemophilia B 0 None
2011-12-12 Study describes miR-124 can prevent and treat liver cancer 0 None
2011-12-12 New method to design Alzheimer's antibodies 0 None
2011-12-12 PSA testing that combines blood test with other factors can help men avoid prostate biopsies 0 None
2011-12-12 Memgen to present ISF35 clinical trial data on CLL at 53rd ASH meeting 1 None
2011-12-11 Positive data from Aeterna Zentaris AEZS-131 preclinical study on TNBC 0 None
2011-12-09 Researchers discover molecular marker for immediate precursors of blood stem cells 0 None
2011-12-09 Increased sensitivity to low frequency vibration found in people with inherited hearing loss 0 None
2011-12-09 Study explains molecular basis for cherubism disease 0 None
2011-12-09 Researchers reveal contribution of telomerase in controlling genetic code integrity 0 None
2011-12-09 Patients having stray tumor cells in the blood should receive aggressive treatment 0 None
2011-12-09 'Disinfectants' may reduce risk of E. coli outbreaks 0 None
2011-12-09 New methods speed up process of identifying harmful E. coli bacteria 0 None
2011-12-09 Experimental sublingual vaccine shows promise against influenza infection 0 None
2011-12-09 Training can change adult brain's structure 1 None
2011-12-09 Initial results from whole-genome sequencing trial for triple negative breast cancer 0 None
2011-12-09 Study may help personalize pain medication management for sickle cell disease patients 0 None
2011-12-09 MRI can predict breast cancer prognosis 0 None
2011-12-09 Researchers discover potential target for cherubism 0 None
2011-12-09 Study: Tart cherry juice improves overall sleep efficiency 1 None
2011-12-09 Genetically identical Salmonella appear in 2 types, each with an infective advantage 0 None
2011-12-09 Study: Hearing and sight are deeply intertwined 0 None
2011-12-09 Women with non-melanoma skin cancers more likely to have smoked cigarettes 0 None
2011-12-09 Lawson researchers exploit hunger hormone to identify prostate cancer 0 2
2011-12-09 Combination of MEK inhibitors and nilotinib can overcome CML resistance to targeted drug 0 5
2011-12-09 Scientists uncover three new locations for Crohn's Disease genes 0 None
2011-12-09 High gut flora protects children against allergies 0 None
2011-12-09 Scientists discover mechanism that controls 'fat switch' in the body 0 None
2011-12-09 Toxins in Danish mushroom are effective against cancer cells 0 None
2011-12-09 Breakthrough advance in tackling dangerous 'bad' cholesterol in the body 0 None
2011-12-08 Clues to underlying causes of atherosclerosis 0 1
2011-12-08 Study identifies tertiary treatment as an important source of antibiotic resistant genes 0 None
2011-12-08 Zoledronic acid increases bone mineral density, reduces recurrence in postmenopausal breast cancer 0 None
2011-12-08 Considering varying extent to which genes are turned on or off can help develop personalised, predictive medicines 0 None
2011-12-08 H. pylori bacterium produces urease to neutralize gastric acid 0 None
2011-12-08 Federal officials push greater medical use of gene sequencing 0 None
2011-12-08 MS may progress from outermost layers of brain to its deep parts 0 None
2011-12-08 Viewpoints: Insurance safety net; Orszag on shift in health plans 0 None
2011-12-08 New gene editing technique can heal sickle cell patients with their own cells 0 None
2011-12-08 Treating 'brain tsunamis' could stop many victims of major head injury from further damage 0 None
2011-12-08 Researchers determine planar nets to build self-assembling 3-D structures 0 None
2011-12-08 Animal study offers insights into possible drug targets to improve memory as we age 0 None
2011-12-08 Massive and consistent changes in inflammatory gene expression seen in trauma, burns 0 None
2011-12-08 Israeli Nobel Laureate receives AvH's Humboldt Research Award 0 None
2011-12-08 Scientists discover genetic trigger that makes stem cells differentiate in nose epithelia 0 4
2011-12-08 BCX4945 proves effective at clearing malaria infections 0 None
2011-12-08 Notch inhibitor appears to treat breast cancer 0 None
2011-12-08 First study to identify molecular mechanism that links inflammation to cancer epigenetics 0 None
2011-12-08 Ecstasy drug associated with chronic changes in human brain 0 5
2011-12-08 Euthymics presents EB-1020 preclinical data on ADHD at ACNP annual meeting 0 None
2011-12-08 Study shows how mothering can strengthen offspring's immune system in brain 0 None
2011-12-08 Research: lncRNA affects apoptosis and plays a role in RBC development 0 None
2011-12-08 Scientists discover clues to the pancreatic cysts' possible origins 0 None
2011-12-08 Visual cortex cells play a key role in reconstructing 3D shape 0 None
2011-12-08 CRD to conduct review of safety and effectiveness of BMP-2 0 None
2011-12-08 First realistic 3-D diagram of thalamocortical column in rodent brain 0 None
2011-12-08 Intensive maternal care during infancy promotes effect of NPY in brain 0 None
2011-12-08 Researchers sequence entire transcriptome of mouse neural retina 0 None
2011-12-07 “Gold standard” stem cells for clinical testing 0 None
2011-12-07 Next generation personal genomic testing now widely available 0 None
2011-12-07 New cell formation after arterial injury increases risk of further heart attacks 0 None
2011-12-07 Pycnogenol enhances mental performance 0 None
2011-12-07 Relaxin improves poor blood flow and kidney function in a rat model of PKD 1 4
2011-12-07 New research on bed bug's ability to withstand genetic bottleneck of inbreeding 1 None
2011-12-07 Scientists help uncover evolutionary history of TAS2R38 bitter taste receptor gene 0 None
2011-12-07 Researchers identify likely cause of essential tremor 1 None
2011-12-07 Web-based video game players contribute to analysis of DNA sequences 0 None
2011-12-07 King's College London submits first clinical grade xeno-free hES cell lines to the UKSCB 0 None
2011-12-07 Supercomputer simulations give insight into proteins involved in drug detoxification 0 None
2011-12-07 Evaluation method supports soy as high-quality protein 0 None
2011-12-07 SG Austria, Nuvilex use live cell encapsulation technology and treat diabetes in animal model 0 5
2011-12-07 Pretreatment fasting glucose could block breast cancer progression 0 None
2011-12-07 Scientists understand how nervous system becomes wired during early development 0 None
2011-12-07 Biologists discover how fruit flies can provide solutions to human pain, control insect-borne diseases 0 None
2011-12-07 New alveoli continue to be formed as lungs grow 0 None
2011-12-07 Researchers discover new tick-borne infection 0 None
2011-12-07 INT-777 shows promise against metabolic syndrome 0 5
2011-12-07 Report shows how mutant gene influences lipid metabolism 0 None
2011-12-06 Fatty livers burn more fat, not less 0 None
2011-12-06 Study evaluates whether genetic GST polymorphisms increase risk of ALD in alcoholics 0 None
2011-12-06 PerkinElmer announces availability of Vectra 2 automated slide imaging system 0 None
2011-12-06 Study reveals previously unseen details of SBP8a anthrax bacteriophage 0 None
2011-12-06 Biosensors can detect oxidant production in living organism 0 2
2011-12-06 Transient absorption tracks carbon nanotubes in living cells and bloodstream 0 None
2011-12-06 GE Healthcare, UCSF collaborate for cord blood project 0 5
2011-12-06 Researchers reveal how podocytes may regenerate themselves during normal kidney function 0 None
2011-12-06 Researchers identify brain area that controls voluntary movement after damage 0 None
2011-12-06 Fruit fly and malaria mosquito sensors attuned to heat, chemical odors 0 None
2011-12-06 Autism linked with disorganized structure of brain's white matter 0 None
2011-12-06 Study reveals mechanism of action of laquinimod in patients with RRMS 0 None
2011-12-06 EMBL-EBI, BBSRC welcome UK funding announcement on behalf of life science community 0 None
2011-12-06 Early stress of separation from biological parent impacts gene expression 0 None
2011-12-05 DFG to establish eight new CRCs as of 1 January 2012 0 None
2011-12-05 Genetic variation predicts survival chances of ovarian cancer 0 None
2011-12-05 Growth hormone PDGF-BB and blood protein EPO implicated in development of cancer 0 None
2011-12-05 The head plays key role in tiring endurance performances 0 None
2011-12-05 Plasma can inactivate and prevent replication of adenoviruses 0 None
2011-12-05 Low vitamin D levels associated with higher degrees of insulin resistance 0 None
2011-12-05 Study reveals how wide brain networks are activated during music listening 0 None
2011-12-05 P-Rex1 gene plays a key role in the spread of malignant melanoma 0 5
2011-12-05 Study shows new biochemical disturbances in the brains of children with ADHD 0 None
2011-12-05 Scientists discover new candidate gene for Dravet syndrome 0 None
2011-12-05 CPEB4 protein plays a crucial role in cancer progression 0 None
2011-12-05 Cancer cells can 'bag up and bin' a toxic protein to cheat death 0 None
2011-12-05 Researchers identify ADHD gene variants involved in glutamate signaling 0 None
2011-12-05 Hypothalamus may be involved in generating laughter 0 None
2011-12-05 Researchers uncover binding pocket of 'functional significance' in Ras oncoprotein 0 None
2011-12-05 U-M scientists generate Dravet-derived neurons 0 5
2011-12-05 Bromide shows promise against SCN1A-associated Dravet syndrome with intractable seizures 0 None
2011-12-03 Evaluating passive harms requires more thought, finds study 0 None
2011-12-03 HRF inhibitors may provide new therapeutic avenue for treatment of asthma and allergies 0 1
2011-12-03 La Jolla researchers create first cellular movies showing destruction underlying type 1 diabetes 0 None
2011-12-03 World Cell Race pulls 70 entries for title of world's fastest cell 0 None
2011-12-03 Study identifies sulfomucins as potential targets for therapies to treat chronic intestinal inflammatory disorders 0 None
2011-12-03 New technique allows production of medically useful amounts of endoderm cells from human PSCs 0 None
2011-12-03 Implantable replacement cartilages hold promise for damaged knees, shoulders, ears and noses 0 5
2011-12-03 Researchers identify critical steps leading to myelin destruction in neuromyelitis optica 0 2.5
2011-12-03 Dye derived from Canary Island lichens may help treat Alzheimer's disease 0 None
2011-12-03 Promising new agent against sarcomas affecting children 0 None
2011-12-03 NIAAA awards Rutgers $10M grant to explore genetic links to alcoholism 0 None
2011-12-03 MK 1775 shows promise against sarcomas 0 None
2011-12-02 First study of cortisol awakening response in infants 0 None
2011-12-02 Blocking telomerase increases cancer cells' sensitivity to radiation treatment 0 None
2011-12-02 ASH recognizes abstract presenters at 53rd annual meeting in San Diego 0 None
2011-12-02 First results from whole-genome sequencing clinical trial on triple negative breast cancer 0 None
2011-12-02 Established human embryonic cell lines vary from newly derived stem cell lines 0 None
2011-12-02 Northwestern researchers receive NIAMSD grant to study scleroderma 0 None
2011-12-02 New method reveals complete set of aberrant signaling pathways that give rise to cancers 0 None
2011-12-02 Specific electromagnetic fields can block cancer cell growth 0 None
2011-12-02 Mutation on surface of human red blood cells provides protection against vivax malaria 0 None
2011-12-02 Agilent expands life sciences business with two strategic acquisitions 0 None
2011-12-02 Researchers discover how distant satellite cells could help repair damaged muscles 0 None
2011-12-02 Researchers identify cancer cell mitochondria as 'Achilles' heel' of tumor growth 0 5
2011-12-02 Life as a couch potato can create new fat in fat cells 0 None
2011-12-02 GRAST, Bruker partner to advance the field of Glycomics in Korea 0 None
2011-12-01 Body's surveillance for cancer causing damage and response to allergies share common pathway 0 None
2011-12-01 Insights into causes of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis 0 None
2011-12-01 Enrollment complete in Ceregene's CERE-120 Phase 2b trial for Parkinson's 0 None
2011-12-01 Yale researchers monitor growth of laboratory-engineered blood vessels after implantation 0 None
2011-12-01 Study presents high-resolution genome-wide p53-binding map for normal human cells 0 None
2011-12-01 Botulism toxins could be re-engineered for treating RA, asthma, psoriasis 0 None
2011-12-01 Compugen's Antibody Target Discovery Platform presented at 7th Annual European Antibody Congress 0 None
2011-12-01 Fatal prion diseases have a hidden signature 0 None
2011-12-01 Cancer researchers create catalog of possible targets for new treatments 0 None
2011-12-01 Researchers reveal ambivalent role of CXCL12/CXCR4 molecule in myocardial infarction 0 None
2011-12-01 Immune system stimulant used as suppressor to treat chronic graft-versus-host disease 0 None
2011-12-01 Study finds some people have ability to hallucinate colours at will 0 None
2011-12-01 Different brain structures control eye reflexes in the course of life 0 None
2011-12-01 New marker may provide more accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer's, FTLD 0 None
2011-12-01 Combination of two techniques promises to improve effectiveness of experimental gene therapies 0 None
2011-12-01 New gene therapy approach safe for patients with muscular dystrophy 0 None
2011-12-01 Novel nanocarbon platform shows potential for future bioelectronic implants 0 None
2011-12-01 Study investigates why American Indians with African ancestry were more fertile 0 None
2011-12-01 Harvard SEAS, BASF to co-host symposium on pharmaceutical nanoformulations 0 None
2011-12-01 Scientists identify 700 anti-bacterial substances from nine species of odorous frogs 0 None
2011-12-01 Researchers identify first gene associated with frequent herpes-related cold sores 1 None
2011-12-01 Nanoparticles do not penetrate beneath outermost layer of cells when applied to the skin 0 None
2011-12-01 Oral ingestion of apple polyphenols can prevent colitis in mice 0 5
2011-12-01 Researchers reveal stress-induced machinery of protein synthesis involved in bacterial cell death 0 None
2011-12-01 Scripps scientist receives NIH grant for HIV/AIDS research 0 None
2011-12-01 Study shows how UK scientists develop simple blood test to detect early-stage Parkinson's 0 None

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