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A hormone is a chemical released by one or more cells that affects cells in other parts of the organism. Only a small amount of hormone is required to alter cell metabolism. It is essentially a chemical messenger that transports a signal from one cell to another.

Harmful effects of BPA can be reversed by administering coenzyme Q10

Exposure to bisphenol A (BPA), an industrial chemical used to make certain plastics and resins, inner coatings for food cans and bottle tops, thermal paper used in store receipts, dental sealants and so on, is a concern because of possible adverse health effects, including a reduction in fertility.

7 May 2020

Study: Genes may play a far more complex role in oocyte maturation than previously assumed

Over the last six years a group of Estonian geneticists led by Associate Professor Agne Velthut-Meikas and a PhD student Ilmatar Rooda from TalTech Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology have studied genes previously associated primarily with female hormone synthesis and ovarian follicle development.

7 May 2020

The Role of Microphysiological Systems for Oncology and Stem Cell Research

In this interview, Dr. Nancy Allbritton from The Allbritton Lab talks to News-Medical and Life Sciences about the revolutionary technology and techniques for the application of new technologies for oncology and stem cell research.

From Pittcon 6 May 2020

Study shows thinking and walking speed usually decline together

Do thinking and walking go hand in hand in determining the health course of senior adults? A study published by UT Health San Antonio researchers found that, indeed, the two functions often parallel each other in determining a person's health trajectory.

6 May 2020

Growth hormone plays a key role in increasing survival rates following liver surgery

Growth hormone has been identified as playing a key role in reducing inflammation and increasing survival rates following liver surgery.

5 May 2020

Psychological issues related to COVID-19 outbreak will contribute to global mental health crisis

Remote psychological support services are struggling to manage COVID-19 fear and stress, as experts warn a mental illness pandemic is on its way.

5 May 2020

Scientists receive $12-million grant to explore molecular mechanisms of heart injury and repair

Heart disease is a leading cause of death worldwide. But significant disparities exist in the incidence and severity of heart disease, particularly between men and women, and major barriers remain for the successful long-term care of heart disease patients.

5 May 2020

Activation of estrogen receptor can impede growth of pancreatic cancer cells

Activating the G protein-coupled estrogen receptor - a receptor found on the surface of many normal and cancer tissues - has been shown to stop pancreatic cancer from growing, but may also make tumors more visible to the immune system and thus more susceptible to modern immunotherapy.

4 May 2020

Study: Unique glucose-sensing neurons in the brain prevent severe hypoglycemia

Low blood sugar levels, known as hypoglycemia, can be a life-threatening situation, especially for people with type 1 diabetes who rely on intensive insulin therapy to prevent blood sugar from going too high.

4 May 2020

Research reveals mechanism underlying Parkinson's dyskinesia

Many people with Parkinson's disease eventually develop debilitating movements called dyskinesia, a side effect of their much-needed dopamine replacement medication.

3 May 2020

Study provides insight into regenerative potential of prostate gland

The standard treatment for men with advanced prostate cancer is androgen-deprivation therapy. Androgens are hormones that fuel prostate cell growth; removing them with either drugs or surgery causes the prostate gland to shrink by 90%.

30 Apr 2020

The medical consequences of anabolic-androgenic steroid use in men

A paper published in Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics, provides a careful analysis of the medical consequences of anabolic-androgenic steroid use in men.

30 Apr 2020

ACCC's BiomarkerLIVE project facilitates integration of precision medicine into practice

As the science and knowledge around biomarkers and molecular profiling continues to expand, oncology providers are challenged with efficiently implementing molecular testing into their everyday practice.

30 Apr 2020

Antidepressants can potentially prevent depression in people at high risk

Antidepressants are well established for use in the treatment of depression, but new research by Keele University has shown that they can potentially prevent the condition in people who are at high risk of developing depressive illness.

29 Apr 2020

Breastfeeding helps reduce the risk of maternal postpartum diabetes

A team of South Korean researchers found that lactation can lower the incidence and reduce the risk of maternal postpartum diabetes.

29 Apr 2020

Drug reduces risk of men with pedophilic disorder sexually abusing children

A drug that lowers levels of the male hormone testosterone in the body reduces the risk of men with pedophilic disorder sexually abusing children, a study from Karolinska Institutet published today in the journal JAMA Psychiatry shows.

29 Apr 2020

Study: Protein known to expand blood vessels works differently in males and females

A protein known to expand blood vessels -- key to controlling conditions like high blood pressure -- actually has different functions in males and females, new UC Davis Health research shows.

29 Apr 2020

Studies show how sex-determining genes affect courtship and aggression behaviors

Fruit flies, like many animals, engage in a variety of courtship and fighting behaviors. Now, Salk scientists have uncovered the molecular mechanisms by which two sex-determining genes affect fruit fly behavior.

28 Apr 2020

Study shows why people with certain heart diseases may be more susceptible to COVID-19

People with certain heart diseases may be more susceptible to worse outcomes with COVID-19, but the reason why has remained unknown.

28 Apr 2020

Prolonged corticosteroid treatment increases adrenal gland inflammation

New research by academics at the University of Bristol has found evidence that prolonged treatment of synthetic corticosteroid drugs increases adrenal gland inflammation in response to bacterial infection, an effect that in the long-term can damage adrenal function.

27 Apr 2020

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Harmful effects of BPA can be reversed by administering coenzyme Q10

Study: Genes may play a far more complex role in oocyte maturation than previously assumed

The Role of Microphysiological Systems for Oncology and Stem Cell Research

Study shows thinking and walking speed usually decline together

Growth hormone plays a key role in increasing survival rates following liver surgery

Psychological issues related to COVID-19 outbreak will contribute to global mental health crisis

Scientists receive $12-million grant to explore molecular mechanisms of heart injury and repair

Activation of estrogen receptor can impede growth of pancreatic cancer cells

Study: Unique glucose-sensing neurons in the brain prevent severe hypoglycemia

Research reveals mechanism underlying Parkinson's dyskinesia

Study provides insight into regenerative potential of prostate gland

The medical consequences of anabolic-androgenic steroid use in men

ACCC's BiomarkerLIVE project facilitates integration of precision medicine into practice

Antidepressants can potentially prevent depression in people at high risk

Breastfeeding helps reduce the risk of maternal postpartum diabetes

Drug reduces risk of men with pedophilic disorder sexually abusing children

Study: Protein known to expand blood vessels works differently in males and females

Studies show how sex-determining genes affect courtship and aggression behaviors

Study shows why people with certain heart diseases may be more susceptible to COVID-19

Prolonged corticosteroid treatment increases adrenal gland inflammation

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