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Bacteria can survive under antibiotic exposure by developing a biological timer

Hebrew University of Jerusalem researchers showed that when exposed to repeated cycles of antibiotics, bacteria evolved a new adaptation by remaining dormant for the treatment period. The results show for the first time that bacteria can develop a biological timer to survive under antibiotic exposure.

30 Jun 2014

First Edition: June 30, 2014

Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including an announcement coming today for a new VA secretary and expectations for a Supreme Court decision on the challenge to the health law's contraceptive mandate by two for-profit companies.

30 Jun 2014

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in veterans: an interview with Milan Michael Karol, The Robert Packard Center for ALS Research at Johns Hopkins

ALS stands for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, better known as “Lou Gehrig’s Disease”. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease characterized by the death of motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord.

30 Jun 2014

Almonds keep blood vessels healthy, reduce risk of heart disease

Scientists have found that eating almonds in your diet can reduce the risk of heart disease by keeping blood vessels healthy.

30 Jun 2014

INTEGRA introduces Row Dilution Plate Holder accessory for VIAFLO 96 and 384 handheld benchtop pipettes

INTEGRA has introduced a Row Dilution Plate Holder accessory for its VIAFLO 96 and 384 handheld benchtop pipettes.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 30 Jun 2014

Video interview highlights latest research developments in women’s reproductive health using Chromatrap solid state ChIP assay

An informative video interview with Professor Steve Conlan of the College of Medicine at Swansea University (UK) highlights the latest research developments in women’s reproductive health using unique molecular biology tools.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 30 Jun 2014

Sexting linked to sexual behavior in early adolescence

A study from USC researchers provides new understanding of the relationship between "sexting" and sexual behavior in early adolescence, contributing to an ongoing national conversation about whether sexually explicit text messaging is a risk behavior or just a technologically-enabled extension of normal teenage flirtation. The latest research, published in the July 2014 issue of the journal Pediatrics, found that among middle school students, those who reported receiving a sext were 6 times more likely to also report being sexually active.

30 Jun 2014

Novel method to measure neuron response to transcranial magnetic stimulation of the brain

Engineers and neuroscientists at Duke University have developed a method to measure the response of an individual neuron to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) of the brain. The advance will help researchers understand the underlying physiological effects of TMS -- a procedure used to treat psychiatric disorders -- and optimize its use as a therapeutic treatment.

30 Jun 2014

Modified classification system finds over one-third of knee replacements as inappropriate

New research reports that more than one third of total knee replacements in the U.S. were classified as "inappropriate" using a patient classification system developed and validated in Spain. The study, published in Arthritis & Rheumatology, a journal of the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), highlights the need for consensus on patient selection criteria among U.S. medical professionals treating those with the potential need of knee replacement surgery.

30 Jun 2014

Light-sensitive molecule enables noninvasive silencing of neurons

Optogenetics, a technology that allows scientists to control brain activity by shining light on neurons, relies on light-sensitive proteins that can suppress or stimulate electrical signals within cells. This technique requires a light source to be implanted in the brain, where it can reach the cells to be controlled.

30 Jun 2014

New less expensive method to enrich stable isotopes

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have devised a new method for enriching a group of the world's most expensive chemical commodities, stable isotopes, which are vital to medical imaging and nuclear power, as reported this week in the journal Nature Physics. For many isotopes, the new method is cheaper than existing methods. For others, it is more environmentally friendly.

30 Jun 2014

Ethnic background of father can influence child's birthweight

A father's ethnic background can influence a child's birthweight, a new study has found.

30 Jun 2014

Increasing clearance of ALS misfolded protein from neurons improves their survival

In work supported by The ALS Association, researchers have shown that increasing the clearance of misfolded protein from neurons improves their survival. The study was published today in the journal Nature Chemical Biology.

30 Jun 2014

patients with KRAS wild-type MCRC can benefit from Cetuximab Or Bevacizumab With Combi Chemo Equivalent For patients with KRAS wild-type MCRC

For patients with KRAS wild-type untreated colorectal cancer, adding cetuximab or bevacizumab to combination chemotherapy offers equivalent survival, researchers said at the ESMO 16th World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer in Barcelona.

30 Jun 2014

Single gene defines difference between aggressive and non-aggressive forms of thymoma

For a rare form of cancer called thymoma, researchers have discovered a single gene defining the difference between a fast-growing tumor requiring aggressive treatment and a slow-growing tumor that doesn't require extensive therapy.

30 Jun 2014

Chesapeake Urology presents $114,248 to Urology Care Foundation for prostate cancer research

In ongoing support of prostate cancer research, Sanford Siegel, M.D., President and CEO of Chesapeake Urology Associates, presented the Urology Care Foundation with a check for $114,248 in support of its prostate cancer research efforts.

28 Jun 2014

Congressman Chaka Fattah to be featured speaker at Neuroscience Policy Symposia Series

Congressman Chaka Fattah (D-PA), will be the featured speaker at a neurotechnology seminar this Monday, June 30, as part of the Potomac Institute's 2014 Neuroscience Policy Symposia Series.

28 Jun 2014

Proper planning and training for MSLs on iPad usage is essential for success

The iPad is quickly supplanting laptops as the principal tool for enhancing Medical Science Liaisons' (MSLs) interactions with thought leaders.

28 Jun 2014

Study identifies effective market research approaches to understand payer needs, decision-making

The Affordable Care Act has been the catalyst for dramatic change in US healthcare. The power structures that influence this $2.8 trillion economic sector are shifting, but one thing is crystal clear: A large percentage of the pharmaceutical sector's top-line revenues flow from payers.

28 Jun 2014

Viewpoints: Abortion rights buffer; coming 'freakout' on health law; repercussions of malaria prevention

A Unanimous Supreme Court: Abortion Rights Lose A Buffer Yet on Thursday the Supreme Court, in McCullen v. Coakley, struck down that law for violating the First Amendment.

28 Jun 2014

Research News and Research

Bacteria can survive under antibiotic exposure by developing a biological timer

First Edition: June 30, 2014

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in veterans: an interview with Milan Michael Karol, The Robert Packard Center for ALS Research at Johns Hopkins

Almonds keep blood vessels healthy, reduce risk of heart disease

INTEGRA introduces Row Dilution Plate Holder accessory for VIAFLO 96 and 384 handheld benchtop pipettes

Video interview highlights latest research developments in women’s reproductive health using Chromatrap solid state ChIP assay

Sexting linked to sexual behavior in early adolescence

Novel method to measure neuron response to transcranial magnetic stimulation of the brain

Modified classification system finds over one-third of knee replacements as inappropriate

Light-sensitive molecule enables noninvasive silencing of neurons

New less expensive method to enrich stable isotopes

Ethnic background of father can influence child's birthweight

Increasing clearance of ALS misfolded protein from neurons improves their survival

patients with KRAS wild-type MCRC can benefit from Cetuximab Or Bevacizumab With Combi Chemo Equivalent For patients with KRAS wild-type MCRC

Single gene defines difference between aggressive and non-aggressive forms of thymoma

Chesapeake Urology presents $114,248 to Urology Care Foundation for prostate cancer research

Congressman Chaka Fattah to be featured speaker at Neuroscience Policy Symposia Series

Proper planning and training for MSLs on iPad usage is essential for success

Study identifies effective market research approaches to understand payer needs, decision-making

Viewpoints: Abortion rights buffer; coming 'freakout' on health law; repercussions of malaria prevention

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