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Japanese researchers discover that 2-aminobutyric acid can effectively raise antioxidant levels

A Japanese research team has become the first in the world to discover that 2-aminobutyric acid (2-AB) is closely involved in the metabolic regulation of the antioxidant glutathione, and that it can effectively raise levels of glutathione in the body when ingested.

15 Dec 2016

New review shows how automated telephone systems could play vital role in delivery of health care

A new Cochrane Review, summarizing data from 132 trials of automated telephone systems in preventing and managing long-term health conditions, concludes that they probably have the potential to play an important role in the delivery of health care.

15 Dec 2016

Infants appear to notice differences in ethnicities, new UCLA study shows

Infants less than a year old, who have yet to learn language, appear to notice differences when looking at adult women of different ethnicities, a new study by UCLA psychologists shows.

15 Dec 2016

Lactate component responsible for anti-tumor effects of plasma medicine, research shows

Physical plasma is one of the four fundamental states of matter, together with solid, liquid, and gas, and can be completely or partially ionized (thermal/hot or non-thermal/cold plasma, respectively).

15 Dec 2016

Anti-platelet drug may slow spread of colon and pancreatic cancer cells

Researchers from Oregon Health and Science University have found that aspirin may slow the spread of some types of colon and pancreatic cancer cells. The paper is published in the American Journal of Physiology—Cell Physiology.

15 Dec 2016

Telemedicine eye screening programs could help bridge gap in caring for premature babies

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow over the retina and may lead to blindness in premature babies.

15 Dec 2016

Body image behavioral misperception linked to alcohol use among high school girls

Among high school girls ages 14-18, those who report and act on body image misperceptions are more likely to have had at least one drink in their life, and more likely to have engaged in episodes of heavy drinking than girls of the same age without body image misperceptions, a new study has found.

15 Dec 2016

Additional MRI scan during pregnancy could help accurately detect foetal abnormalities

An additional MRI scan during pregnancy could help to more accurately detect foetal abnormalities and give more certainty for parents whose 20-week ultrasound scan showed a potential problem, according to new research by scientists at the University of Sheffield.

15 Dec 2016

New book provides insights into latest treatments for partial blindness

In Restoring Low Vision, renowned neuroscientist Bernhard Sabel explains cutting-edge science in language that patients can easily understand and provides a comprehensive look at the latest treatments for partial blindness.

15 Dec 2016

New Forsyth study provides new foundation for fighting Sjögren's syndrome

Sjögren's syndrome is the second most common autoimmune disease affecting four million Americans--yet treatments are limited due to a lack of knowledge about its causes.

14 Dec 2016

FDA approves new treatment option for patients dealing with mild to moderate eczema

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Eucrisa (crisaborole) ointment to treat mild to moderate eczema (atopic dermatitis) in patients two years of age and older.

14 Dec 2016

New study may shed light on diseases associated with mutations in aminoacyl tRNA synthetases

New research led by scientists at The Scripps Research Institute reveals that a human enzyme has changed little from its days as a bacterial enzyme. In fact, the enzyme appears to be unique in its ability to change its shape—and its job in cells—without overhauling its basic architecture.

14 Dec 2016

Scientists explain concept of combining NO gas therapy with starvation of tumor cells for nanomedical treatment

Biocompatible nanocapsules, loaded with an amino acid and equipped with an enzyme now combine two anti-tumor strategies into a synergistic treatment concept. Researchers hope this increases effectiveness and decreases side effects.

14 Dec 2016

Prior Scientific's new ZDP50K translation stage compatible with all modern research microscopes

Providing a method to precisely move microscopes while allowing the sample to remain stationary, the new ZDP50K Translation Stage from Prior Scientific is compatible with all modern research microscopes.

From Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd. 14 Dec 2016

Karolinska Institutet researchers find solutions for nerve stimulation

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a method for producing flexible plastic electrodes capable of releasing the neurotransmitter acetylcholine upon an electrical trigger.

14 Dec 2016

Technological advancements in hearing implants

Hearing aids capture sound, make the sound louder and then send the sound down the ear canal, through the middle ear to the inner ear where the hearing nerves are located. They are most beneficial for people with mild to moderate hearing loss...

14 Dec 2016

Phenotypic Personalized Medicine could surmount treatment challenges for acute lymphoblastic leukemia

A team of UCLA bioengineers has demonstrated that its technology may go a long way toward overcoming the challenges of treatment for acute lymphoblastic leukemia, among the most common types of cancer in children, and has the potential to help doctors personalize drug doses.

14 Dec 2016

Research News and Research

Japanese researchers discover that 2-aminobutyric acid can effectively raise antioxidant levels

New review shows how automated telephone systems could play vital role in delivery of health care

Infants appear to notice differences in ethnicities, new UCLA study shows

Lactate component responsible for anti-tumor effects of plasma medicine, research shows

Anti-platelet drug may slow spread of colon and pancreatic cancer cells

Telemedicine eye screening programs could help bridge gap in caring for premature babies

Body image behavioral misperception linked to alcohol use among high school girls

Additional MRI scan during pregnancy could help accurately detect foetal abnormalities

New book provides insights into latest treatments for partial blindness

New Forsyth study provides new foundation for fighting Sjögren's syndrome

FDA approves new treatment option for patients dealing with mild to moderate eczema

New study may shed light on diseases associated with mutations in aminoacyl tRNA synthetases

Scientists explain concept of combining NO gas therapy with starvation of tumor cells for nanomedical treatment

Prior Scientific's new ZDP50K translation stage compatible with all modern research microscopes

Karolinska Institutet researchers find solutions for nerve stimulation

Technological advancements in hearing implants

Phenotypic Personalized Medicine could surmount treatment challenges for acute lymphoblastic leukemia

Common anti-cholesterol drugs show promise for reducing Alzheimer's disease risk

Antioxidant levels could be boosted with newly-found amino acid function

Research into common congenital brain defect identifies molecular basis

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