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Researchers use photovoice method to learn about children’s dietary habits

Childhood obesity is linked to diet habits and food environment, but gaining information about these topics from children can often be difficult.

10 Sep 2015

Study points to genetic/metabolic factors that make people vulnerable to nicotine addiction

In a study with 18 adults who had never smoked, scientists at Johns Hopkins report they have demonstrated one of the earliest steps — nicotine "reinforcement" — in the process of addiction, and shown that some people are far more vulnerable to nicotine addiction than others.

10 Sep 2015

Research provides better understanding of workday breaks, debunks common myths

Most people take breaks during their workdays. Coffee breaks. Lunch breaks. Short chats with coworkers. Maybe late afternoon walks around the building.

10 Sep 2015

Study shows how Jewish mothers instill resilience in their daughters to combat body dissatisfaction

Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) research demonstrates how Jewish mothers' emphasis on the many aspects of well being, fitness and a sense of self-fulfillment helps to counteract the innumerable "ideal" body images seen and heard by their daughters in the mass media.

10 Sep 2015

Mesothelioma website posts encouraging news about mesothelioma

Mesothelioma.us, a free online resource filled with helpful information for people who have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, is now reporting that mesothelioma is more beatable than previously believed.

10 Sep 2015

Study shows external brain stimulation temporarily improves motor symptoms in Parkinson's patients

People with Parkinson's disease (PD) tend to slow down and decrease the intensity of their movements even though many retain the ability to move more quickly and forcefully.

10 Sep 2015

New systematic review questions effectiveness of MVA85A vaccine on TB

A new systematic review of animal studies testing a vaccine for tuberculosis raises questions about whether the studies provided sufficient evidence to move into trials of children.

10 Sep 2015

Scientific Director of Life Study to present lecture at University of Leicester

Professor Carol Dezateux, Scientific Director of Life Study, will present 'Life Study: Identifying Pathways to Health in Early Life' on Thursday, September 10, as the first of a series of lectures to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the University of Leicester Medical School.

10 Sep 2015

Study evaluates effectiveness of hypnotherapy

Although hypnosis has existed for hundreds of years, today it is still difficult to clearly judge its usefulness in the medical domain.

10 Sep 2015

Researchers take new line of approach to combat Alzheimer's disease

Today, more than 5.1 million Americans live with Alzheimer's disease, a devastating type of dementia that plagues memory and thinking. That number is expected to triple in the coming decades. Moreover, according to a 2012 survey, Americans fear Alzheimer's more than any other disease.

10 Sep 2015

Census, household survey data can help reduce vulnerability to Ebola infections in Liberia

A newly published research study by U.S. Forest Service researchers demonstrates that the social vulnerability indices used in climate change and natural hazards research can also be used in other contexts such as disease outbreaks.

10 Sep 2015

Dr Tavormina wins IDT award for global warming and methane sinks research

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), the world leader in custom oligonucleotide synthesis, awarded the inaugural IDT ISO 14001 Sustainability Award to Dr Patricia Tavormina of the Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences at the California Institute of Technology. Dr Tavormina's research focuses on naturally occurring methane-oxidizing bacteria (MOB), and the role they play in limiting greenhouse gases, which contribute to global warming.

From Integrated DNA Technologies 10 Sep 2015

Researchers discover potential biomarker for episodic migraine

Researchers may have discovered a new marker found in the blood for episodic migraine, according to a study published in the September 9, 2015, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

10 Sep 2015

Study finds increased rates of breast cancer incidence, mortality in low and middle income countries

A new study finds breast cancer incidence and death rates are increasing in several low and middle income countries, even as death rates have declined in most high income countries, despite increasing or stable incidence rates.

10 Sep 2015

Deadly parasite that causes Chagas disease widespread in Texas bugs

A deadly parasite that causes Chagas disease is widespread in a common Texas insect, according to a new study by University of Texas at El Paso researchers. The finding suggests that the risk of Texans contracting the disease may be higher than previously thought.

10 Sep 2015

Two-year-olds with poor motor function display poor mathematical skills

A Norwegian study shows that two-year-olds with poor motor function also exhibit poor mathematical skills. This knowledge will make it easier for teachers to identify children who may need extra help.

10 Sep 2015

Older children less likely to have car seats inspected for proper use than younger kids

Booster seat-aged children are twice as likely to suffer serious injury or death in a car crash than younger children but a new study shows they may be less likely to have car seats inspected for proper use.

10 Sep 2015

New nanozyme test can help curb Ebola spread in western Africa

A new Ebola test that uses magnetic nanoparticles could help curb the spread of the disease in western Africa. Research published in Biosensors and Bioelectronics shows that the new test is 100 times more sensitive than the current test, and easier to use. Because of this, the new test makes it easier and cheaper to diagnose cases, enabling healthcare workers to isolate patients and prevent the spread of Ebola.

10 Sep 2015

Compound responsible for chilis' heat may help kill prostate cancer cells

Capsaicin, the compound responsible for chilis' heat, is used in creams sold to relieve pain, and recent research shows that in high doses, it kills prostate cancer cells. Now researchers are finding clues that help explain how the substance works. Their conclusions suggest that one day it could come in a new, therapeutic form.

10 Sep 2015

CRISPR tool streamlines gene editing

Within the past few years, a new technology has made altering genes in plants and animals much easier than before. The tool, called CRISPR/Cas9 or just CRISPR, has spurred a flurry of research that could one day lead to hardier crops and livestock, as well as innovative biomedicines. But along with potential benefits, it raises red flags, according to an article in Chemical & Engineering News (C&EN), the weekly newsmagazine of the American Chemical Society.

10 Sep 2015

Research News and Research

Researchers use photovoice method to learn about children’s dietary habits

Study points to genetic/metabolic factors that make people vulnerable to nicotine addiction

Research provides better understanding of workday breaks, debunks common myths

Study shows how Jewish mothers instill resilience in their daughters to combat body dissatisfaction

Mesothelioma website posts encouraging news about mesothelioma

Study shows external brain stimulation temporarily improves motor symptoms in Parkinson's patients

New systematic review questions effectiveness of MVA85A vaccine on TB

Scientific Director of Life Study to present lecture at University of Leicester

Study evaluates effectiveness of hypnotherapy

Researchers take new line of approach to combat Alzheimer's disease

Census, household survey data can help reduce vulnerability to Ebola infections in Liberia

Dr Tavormina wins IDT award for global warming and methane sinks research

Researchers discover potential biomarker for episodic migraine

Study finds increased rates of breast cancer incidence, mortality in low and middle income countries

Deadly parasite that causes Chagas disease widespread in Texas bugs

Two-year-olds with poor motor function display poor mathematical skills

Older children less likely to have car seats inspected for proper use than younger kids

New nanozyme test can help curb Ebola spread in western Africa

Compound responsible for chilis' heat may help kill prostate cancer cells

CRISPR tool streamlines gene editing

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