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Johns Hopkins study describes cells that may help speed bone repair

Research led by Johns Hopkins investigators has uncovered the roles of two types of cells found in the vessel walls of fat tissue and described how these cells may help speed bone repair.

21 Feb 2019

American Gastroenterological Association announces “AGA Future Leaders Program”

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has announced the third class of its Future Leaders Program, which was created in 2015 to provide a pathway for leadership development within AGA for early career physicians and scientists who have the potential to make a significant impact on the specialty.

21 Feb 2019

Study gives a snapshot of crocodile evolution

The story that's often told about crocodiles is that they're among the most perfectly adapted creatures on the planet - living fossils that have remained virtually unchanged for millions of years.

21 Feb 2019

Protecting small forests will not maintain bird biodiversity over the long run, shows study

Simply protecting small forests will not maintain the diversity of the birds they support over the long run, a Rutgers-led study says. Forests need to be carefully monitored and managed to maintain their ecological integrity.

21 Feb 2019

Some drug combinations may be more effective than others for schizophrenic patients

Patients with schizophrenia are often treated with more than one type of psychiatric medication, but a new study suggests that some combinations may be more effective than others.

21 Feb 2019

Anticipatory signals in eye movements can help measure attentive capacity, learning with greater precision

How can we tell what a person is thinking? Sometimes, it is enough to observe one's behavior, for example, how they respond to a stimulus in the environment.

21 Feb 2019

Why melanoma tumors in the brain may be worse?

Melanoma tumors that have spread to the brain are equipped to thwart immunotherapies and targeted therapies that succeed against tumors growing in other sites.

20 Feb 2019

AGA announces 10 early career physician-scientists for new FORWARD Program

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) is pleased to announce the 10 early career physician-scientists selected as "Scholars" for the 2019-2020 AGA FORWARD Program.

20 Feb 2019

Researchers reveal method to produce the perfect cheese fondue

Cheese fondue is an icon of Swiss cuisine and a dinner party staple. While it may seem like a simple dish, getting the texture right can be a challenge for optimal mouthfeel, dipping and flavor release.

20 Feb 2019

Over 1 in 3 adults miss the mark on protein, finds study

Walk into any grocery store and you'll find high-protein products dominating shelf space throughout the aisles. The benefits of protein are well established, and it's widely recognized as a key nutrient to a healthy, active lifestyle.

20 Feb 2019

Transplanting bone marrow of young mice into old mice prevents cognitive decline

A new study has found that transplanting the bone marrow of young laboratory mice into old mice prevented cognitive decline in the old mice, preserving their memory and learning abilities.

20 Feb 2019

Study quantifies hepatic and intestinal mRNA expression of Ugt isoforms in rats

In pharmaceutical companies, rats are used commonly in nonclinical studies to investigate the safety, efficacy, and pharmacokinetic profiles of drug candidates before they are entered into clinical studies. Most compounds administered via the oral route are metabolized in the liver and intestine, so the metabolism is a key determinant of pharmacokinetics.

20 Feb 2019

Scientists demonstrate influence of food odors on proteostasis

The smell of food induces a variety of physiological processes in our body. Thus, the production of saliva and digestive enzymes is stimulated before the actual food intake in order to prepare the gastrointestinal tract for the upcoming digestive process.

20 Feb 2019

Researchers design pacemaker powered by energy of heartbeats

Implantable pacemakers have without doubt altered modern medicine, saving countless lives by regulating heart rhythm. But they have one serious shortcoming: Their batteries last only five to 12 years, at which point they have to be replaced surgically.

20 Feb 2019

Research News and Research

Johns Hopkins study describes cells that may help speed bone repair

American Gastroenterological Association announces “AGA Future Leaders Program”

Study gives a snapshot of crocodile evolution

Protecting small forests will not maintain bird biodiversity over the long run, shows study

Some drug combinations may be more effective than others for schizophrenic patients

Anticipatory signals in eye movements can help measure attentive capacity, learning with greater precision

Why melanoma tumors in the brain may be worse?

AGA announces 10 early career physician-scientists for new FORWARD Program

Researchers reveal method to produce the perfect cheese fondue

Over 1 in 3 adults miss the mark on protein, finds study

Transplanting bone marrow of young mice into old mice prevents cognitive decline

Study quantifies hepatic and intestinal mRNA expression of Ugt isoforms in rats

Scientists demonstrate influence of food odors on proteostasis

Researchers design pacemaker powered by energy of heartbeats

Material used to filter beer and wine could transfer heavy metals to it

Researchers unlock the secret behind reproduction of fish called ‘Mary’

Strong social support may reduce cardiovascular disease risk in postmenopausal women

New technique could expedite cancer diagnosis, lead to better patient outcomes

Link between dietary fatty acid intake and hypertension found to be influenced by diabetes status

Research finds steep rise in self-poisonings among young people

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