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pH comes from the term “power of Hydrogen”, or the hydrogen ion concentration present in a given solution. It helps to measure the acidity or alkalinity of a substance.

Daytime meals may reduce adverse metabolic effects associated with night shift work

A small clinical trial supported by the National Institutes of Health has found that eating during the nighttime—like many shift workers do—can increase glucose levels, while eating only during the daytime might prevent the higher glucose levels now linked with a nocturnal work life.

4 Dec 2021

New genetic technology for gene expression analysis of cancer cells

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Dr. Rong Lu about her recent research into the development of a new genetic technology for gene expression analysis of cancer cells.

3 Dec 2021

Modulating the composition of bacterial populations in the colon could enhance anti-tumor immunity

A bacterium common in the mouse gut microbiome can charge up the immune system to fight cancer cells in the colon, researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine report today in the journal Immunity.

3 Dec 2021

Study reports increase in autism prevalence among 8-year-old Utah children

Autism prevalence among 8-year-old Utah children has risen by nearly 30% in less than a decade, according to a study of 11 communities nationwide, including Salt Lake City and surrounding counties, led by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

2 Dec 2021

Study sheds new light on how certain neurons regulate the number of heart muscle cells

Human heart muscle cells cease to multiply after birth, making any heart injury later in life a permanent one, reducing function and leading to heart failure.

2 Dec 2021

NEI researchers identify unique population of B cells that tamps down the immune system

Researchers at the National Eye Institute (NEI) have identified, isolated, and characterized a unique population of B cells that tamps down the immune system, reducing chronic inflammation.

2 Dec 2021

Advancing our understanding of T cells to improve cancer therapies

In this interview, News-Medical talks to Dr. Brendan Horton about his latest research which has shed new light on cancer and T cells.

2 Dec 2021

Major life events may affect a person's physical activity levels and heart health

Starting a new school or a new job, having a baby or entering retirement are major life events that significantly affect a person's physical activity level, which may lead to poorer heart health.

1 Dec 2021

MRI uncovers significant changes in the brain structure of fetuses exposed to alcohol

In the first MRI-based study to investigate pre-natal alcohol exposure, researchers found significant changes in the brain structure of fetuses exposed to alcohol compared to healthy controls. Results of the study are being presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

1 Dec 2021

Novel anti-inflammatory drug target identified by CRISPR

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Dr. Jeffrey Rathmell about his recent research into how metabolic pathways impact immune function.

1 Dec 2021

Study identifies two genes that play key role in protecting ovarian cancer from the immune system

Immunotherapies have shown striking clinical benefit in the treatment of many cancers, especially when used in combination with chemotherapy.

30 Nov 2021

Researchers genetically map cell types that make up the mouse iris

Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers report they have genetically mapped the cell types that make up the mouse iris — the thin disc of pigmented tissue that, in humans, gives eyes their distinct colors.

30 Nov 2021

'Biosensor barcodes' can identify and track how cancer cells 'talk' to each other

Ever since the first barcode appeared on a pack of chewing gum in 1974, the now-ubiquitous system has enabled manufacturers, retailers and consumers to quickly and effectively identify, characterize, locate and track products and materials.

30 Nov 2021

Study reports first-ever modeling of the electrical activity of circadian clock neurons in diurnal species

It's no secret that jet lag and night-shift work can wreak havoc on the way our body's internal clock syncs up our daily wake-sleep cycle, known as circadian rhythm, but now researchers say they are a step closer to understanding how the brain creates behavioral rhythms optimized for diurnal, rather than nocturnal, life.

30 Nov 2021

Virginia Tech researchers discover potential target for diagnosing and treating Lyme disease

You don't have to go far to find ticks. Just step outside and look for some grass. Look to the top of the shiny, green blade – usually ankle high. A tick might be there, waiting.

30 Nov 2021

Substantial efforts needed to help people with HIV achieve durable viral suppression, study suggests

Among people with HIV worldwide who are receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART), adults are getting closer to the global target of 95% achieving viral suppression, but progress among children and adolescents is lagging and long-term viral suppression among all groups remains a challenge.

30 Nov 2021

Brains are Naturally Wired to be Bilingual

In this interview, News-Medical talks to Sarah Phillips about new research on how bilingual brains process different languages.

30 Nov 2021

Study suggests substantial efforts are needed to help people with HIV durably suppress the virus

30 Nov 2021

Smart sutureless dressing binds the wound together and wards off infection

It is a staple of science fiction to mock sutures as outdated. The technique has, after all, been in use for at least 5,000 years. Surely medicine should have advanced since ancient Egypt.

29 Nov 2021

Clinical drug research for the treatment of CNS and neurological disorders

Frontiers in Clinical Drug Research - CNS and Neurological Disorders is a book series that brings updated reviews to readers interested in advances in the development of pharmaceutical agents for the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) and other nerve disorders.

29 Nov 2021

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Daytime meals may reduce adverse metabolic effects associated with night shift work

New genetic technology for gene expression analysis of cancer cells

Modulating the composition of bacterial populations in the colon could enhance anti-tumor immunity

Study reports increase in autism prevalence among 8-year-old Utah children

Study sheds new light on how certain neurons regulate the number of heart muscle cells

NEI researchers identify unique population of B cells that tamps down the immune system

Advancing our understanding of T cells to improve cancer therapies

Major life events may affect a person's physical activity levels and heart health

MRI uncovers significant changes in the brain structure of fetuses exposed to alcohol

Novel anti-inflammatory drug target identified by CRISPR

Study identifies two genes that play key role in protecting ovarian cancer from the immune system

Researchers genetically map cell types that make up the mouse iris

'Biosensor barcodes' can identify and track how cancer cells 'talk' to each other

Study reports first-ever modeling of the electrical activity of circadian clock neurons in diurnal species

Virginia Tech researchers discover potential target for diagnosing and treating Lyme disease

Substantial efforts needed to help people with HIV achieve durable viral suppression, study suggests

Brains are Naturally Wired to be Bilingual

Study suggests substantial efforts are needed to help people with HIV durably suppress the virus

Smart sutureless dressing binds the wound together and wards off infection

Clinical drug research for the treatment of CNS and neurological disorders

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Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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