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Specific genetic changes in the placenta of women may serve as biomarker to predict newborn health

UCLA scientists have discovered specific genetic changes in the placentas of women who gave birth to growth-restricted infants. These changes appear to sabotage the ability of the placenta to grow blood vessels and adequately nourish the fetus, interfering with the infant's growth in the womb.

3 May 2017

Findings highlight need to improve quality of care for high-risk patients with peripheral artery disease

Less than half of individuals with peripheral artery disease, which is a narrowing of arteries to the limbs, stomach and head, are treated with appropriate medications and lifestyle counseling. These findings highlight the need to improve the quality of care for this high-risk group of individuals.

3 May 2017

Study finds no link between gluten intake and heart disease risk in people without celiac disease

A study of more than 100,000 men and women revealed that dietary gluten is not associated with heart disease risk in people without celiac disease. The findings also suggest that limiting whole grains as part of a low-gluten diet may increase the risk of heart disease in people who do not have celiac disease.

3 May 2017

Scientists discover new cause of dangerous cardiac instabilities

Sudden cardiac death resulting from fibrillation – erratic heartbeat due to electrical instability – is one of the leading causes of death in the United States.

3 May 2017

Study shows how probiotic improves integrity of the GI epithelial cell wall in HIV patients

A newly released study published in the Journal of Immunity, Inflammation and Disease and conducted by the Sapienza University of Rome, Italy, found a multi-strain, high concentration, probiotic formulation that helped reconstitute the physical and immunological integrity of the gastrointestinal lining in HIV-1-positive patients on antiretroviral therapy.

3 May 2017

Prenatal cocaine exposure linked to increased risk of drug use among teens

While the crack cocaine epidemic peaked in the late 1980's, its effects are still causing harm to an estimated 3 million teenagers and young adults exposed to the stimulant in the womb.

3 May 2017

Scientists develop new processing method to extract valuable biomolecules from wheat bran

It's usually used as livestock feed, but wheat bran's value in human nutrition and medicine may soon reach its full potential with a new sustainable processing method developed by Swedish researchers.

3 May 2017

TSRI study reveals clues to where tumor metastases are born

Scientists at The Scripps Research Institute have discovered why some cancers may reoccur after years in remission.

3 May 2017

Standardized cigarette packaging may reduce number of people who smoke

According to the World Health Organization, tobacco use kills more people worldwide than any other preventable cause of death. Global health experts believe the best way to reduce tobacco use is by stopping people starting to use tobacco, and encouraging and helping existing users to stop.

3 May 2017

Study shows first evidence of cognitive flexibility in bilinguals

Language has such a powerful effect, it can influence the way in which we experience time, according to a new study.

3 May 2017

Researchers uncover new mechanism that explains cause of portal hypertension

Investigators at the Medical University of South Carolina have identified a critical regulatory mechanism for the production of nitric oxide. Endothelial nitric oxide synthase is the enzyme responsible for the production of NO and its activity is tightly controlled in liver endothelial cells via a series of complex molecular mechanisms; however, in liver injury, eNOS activity, and subsequently NO production, is dysregulated.

3 May 2017

New research on nanodiamond-enhanced MRI

Research by a collaboration of scientists in Australia and the United States demonstrates that using nanodiamonds somewhat like ‘tiny machines’ inside living patients has taken a quantum leap closer to reality.

3 May 2017

Discovery of protein that causes liver disease brings hope for new treatments

In a world-first discovery, scientists at Sydney’s Westmead Institute for Medical Research have identified a protein that causes liver fibrosis (scarring), paving the way for new treatments for liver disease to be developed.

3 May 2017

Molecular drug imaging likely to benefit children with brain tumors

Brain cancers are difficult to treat, and it can be hard to predict whether a therapy will be effective. When the patient is a child, it's even more important to predict the potential effectiveness of a drug before beginning treatment.

3 May 2017

NIH funds new project to test effectiveness of mobile phone app to decrease maternal depression

Georgia State University has received a $3.1 million grant to test the effectiveness of combining two programs in a mobile phone application to decrease maternal depression and build parenting skills that promote infant social communication and emotional competencies.

3 May 2017

Study: Period tracking apps disappoint users with lack of accuracy and consistency

A new study finds that smartphone apps to track menstrual cycles often disappoint users with a lack of accuracy, assumptions about sexual identity or partners, and an emphasis on pink and flowery form over function and customization.

3 May 2017

UC San Diego researchers identify pathways that regulate pancreatic beta cell growth

Pancreatic beta cells help maintain normal blood glucose levels by producing the hormone insulin -- the master regulator of energy (glucose). Impairment and the loss of beta cells interrupts insulin production, leading to type 1 and 2 diabetes.

2 May 2017

NIST chemists publish new data on important compound’s thermodynamic properties

Amantadine hydrochloride may be the most common medication you've never heard of. This compound has been around for decades as the basis for antiviral and other medications, from flu therapy to treatments for brain disorders such as Parkinson's disease and the fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis.

2 May 2017

Researchers develop fruit fly-based model to improve understanding of polycystic kidney disease

According to PKD International, 12.5 million people are affected by polycystic kidney disease. There is no known cure. But that may one day change, thanks in part to new research by a Concordia biology researcher.

2 May 2017

New analysis shows high mortality and financial burden for pulmonary disease due to non-tuberculosis mycobacterium (NTM)

The first European study into the burden of non-tuberculosis mycobacterium pulmonary disease (NTM-PD), published today in the European Respiratory Journal, has revealed that both the 3-year all-cause mortality rate and financial burden for patients with the disease is almost four times higher than a matched control group.

2 May 2017

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Specific genetic changes in the placenta of women may serve as biomarker to predict newborn health

Findings highlight need to improve quality of care for high-risk patients with peripheral artery disease

Study finds no link between gluten intake and heart disease risk in people without celiac disease

Scientists discover new cause of dangerous cardiac instabilities

Study shows how probiotic improves integrity of the GI epithelial cell wall in HIV patients

Prenatal cocaine exposure linked to increased risk of drug use among teens

Scientists develop new processing method to extract valuable biomolecules from wheat bran

TSRI study reveals clues to where tumor metastases are born

Standardized cigarette packaging may reduce number of people who smoke

Study shows first evidence of cognitive flexibility in bilinguals

Researchers uncover new mechanism that explains cause of portal hypertension

New research on nanodiamond-enhanced MRI

Discovery of protein that causes liver disease brings hope for new treatments

Molecular drug imaging likely to benefit children with brain tumors

NIH funds new project to test effectiveness of mobile phone app to decrease maternal depression

Study: Period tracking apps disappoint users with lack of accuracy and consistency

UC San Diego researchers identify pathways that regulate pancreatic beta cell growth

NIST chemists publish new data on important compound’s thermodynamic properties

Researchers develop fruit fly-based model to improve understanding of polycystic kidney disease

New analysis shows high mortality and financial burden for pulmonary disease due to non-tuberculosis mycobacterium (NTM)

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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