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Developing Analytical Techniques for Biotherapeutics

News-Medical talks to Dr. Lewis about the development of analytical equipment for a new era of drug development that goes beyond small molecule synthesis.

From Malvern Panalytical 11 Sep 2013

Expression of stress protein induced by ischemia/reperfusion injury, say researchers

Spinal cord ischemia/reperfusion injury is a stress injury to the spinal cord. Therefore, research on the expression of stress-related protein in neurons could be of great significance for the pathological mechanism and control measures for spinal cord ischemia/reperfusion injury.

11 Sep 2013

Discovery points to clear, workable method to disrupt unwanted memories

The human brain is exquisitely adept at linking seemingly random details into a cohesive memory that can trigger myriad associations-some good, some not so good. For recovering addicts and individuals suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, unwanted memories can be devastating. Former meth addicts, for instance, report intense drug cravings triggered by associations with cigarettes, money, even gum (used to relieve dry mouth), pushing them back into the addiction they so desperately want to leave.

11 Sep 2013

Binghamton researcher hopes to give docs accurate way of determining patient's risk of heart attack

A Binghamton University researcher hopes to give doctors a more accurate way of determining a patient's risk of heart attack or stroke.

11 Sep 2013

Women veterans at risk for heart disease recruited for mindfulness-based stress reduction study

Loyola University Chicago Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing researchers and Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital are recruiting women veterans at risk for heart disease for a mindfulness-based stress reduction study. MBSR is a form of complementary medicine that combines yoga and meditation.

10 Sep 2013

Focusing on mental health key to improving physical health in teens: Study

Adding a mental health component to school-based lifestyle programs for teens could be key to lowering obesity, improving grades, alleviating severe depression and reducing substance use, a new study suggests.

10 Sep 2013

Shuyusan-containing serum protects SH-SY5Y cells against corticosterone-induced impairment

Synthetic antidepressants present a narrow spectrum and side effects following long-term application. Recently, medical practitioners have shown interest in the use of Chinese medicines for the treatment of diseases and in the adjustment of the human response to stress.

7 Sep 2013

Annual treated wastewater in North America roughly equals volume of Niagara Falls; less than 4% is reused

Amid growing competition for freshwater from industry and cities, coupled with a rising world shortage of potash, nitrogen and phosphorus, an international study predicts a rapid increase in the use of treated wastewater for farming and other purposes worldwide.

7 Sep 2013

Social media and online communities can improve health behaviors among men at risk of HIV

A UCLA study published Sept. 3 in the peer-reviewed journal Annals of Internal Medicine demonstrates that an approach that combines behavioral science with social media and online communities can lead to improved health behaviors among men at risk of HIV infection.

7 Sep 2013

Cedars-Sinai accepts nominations for 2014 Eliot Corday Prize in Heart Research

The Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute is accepting nominations for the 2014 Eliot Corday, MD, International Prize in Heart Research, which annually honors a physician or scientist conducting groundbreaking research or individuals who significantly advance the practice of heart medicine.

6 Sep 2013

Behavior problems in childhood may lead to inflammatory conditions later in life

Children with behavioral problems may be at risk of many chronic diseases in adulthood including heart disease, obesity, diabetes, as well as inflammatory illnesses (conditions which are caused by cell damage).

6 Sep 2013

Biomarker strategy in suspected ACS patients has potential to change clinical practice

An emergency department strategy that uses two biomarkers to triage patients with suspected acute coronary syndrome (ACS) can increase the rate of early, safe hospital discharge, according to results of the Biomarkers in Cardiology 8 (BIC-8) trial.

5 Sep 2013

Dopamine improves deficiencies in social behavior, could have implications for neuropsychiatric disorders

A stressful pregnancy might be the last thing a future mother needs, but it is to her unborn baby that this stress spells real trouble. All because stress hormones (called glucocorticoids or GCs) can disturb normal foetal brain development, leading to behavioural and/or emotional problems later in life.

5 Sep 2013

Updated guidelines for management of acute pancreatitis

Updated guidelines on the management of acute pancreatitis, a condition that causes acute inflammation of the pancreas, appear in the September issue of The American Journal of Gastroenterology.

5 Sep 2013

Journals highlight issues related to hostile sexism and society's role in creative genius

Men who generally believe that women who challenge men's power are manipulative and subversive - so-called hostile sexism - carry over those antagonistic attitudes into their intimate relationships.

5 Sep 2013

Understanding single-sided deafness

Single-sided deafness, or being deaf in one ear, isn't exactly the poster-child for disabilities. Rather, it's an overlooked condition that is often misunderstood by the public. There is no way to see SSD, also called profound unilateral hearing loss, so those who suffer from it are often misperceived as "rude" or "unintelligent" when they don't understand or quickly respond to others. That's just one of the many hidden struggles associated with this condition.

5 Sep 2013

Stress News and Research

Developing Analytical Techniques for Biotherapeutics

Expression of stress protein induced by ischemia/reperfusion injury, say researchers

Discovery points to clear, workable method to disrupt unwanted memories

Binghamton researcher hopes to give docs accurate way of determining patient's risk of heart attack

Women veterans at risk for heart disease recruited for mindfulness-based stress reduction study

Focusing on mental health key to improving physical health in teens: Study

Shuyusan-containing serum protects SH-SY5Y cells against corticosterone-induced impairment

Annual treated wastewater in North America roughly equals volume of Niagara Falls; less than 4% is reused

Social media and online communities can improve health behaviors among men at risk of HIV

Cedars-Sinai accepts nominations for 2014 Eliot Corday Prize in Heart Research

Behavior problems in childhood may lead to inflammatory conditions later in life

Biomarker strategy in suspected ACS patients has potential to change clinical practice

Dopamine improves deficiencies in social behavior, could have implications for neuropsychiatric disorders

Updated guidelines for management of acute pancreatitis

Journals highlight issues related to hostile sexism and society's role in creative genius

Understanding single-sided deafness

Obesity gene testing may help reduce self-blame

Worsening air pollution could increase annual premature deaths in 21st century

Biologists discover quality check system for neurons

Natural compound in broccoli helps reduce risk for skin cancer

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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