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Newly discovered molecule can suppress a wide range of cancers

Scientists at Scripps Research have discovered a molecule that can activate a natural immune-boosting protein called STING.

21 Aug 2020

New book series advances the development of pharmaceutical agents for treating neurological, CNS 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.

21 Aug 2020

Strand-like muscle fibers in the heart tied to heart failure risk

The muscular band of heart tissue called the moderator band or the septomarginal trabecula is found in the right ventricle of the heart and was first described by Leonardo da Vinci in his exploration of human anatomy.

21 Aug 2020

Combining expertise in organoids and sequencing technologies for ALS research

MDC researchers received a $150,000 pilot project grant from the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's Neurodegeneration Challenge Network to investigate a defining feature of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

20 Aug 2020

Research finds link between COVID-19 mortality and morbid obesity

The prevalence of morbid obesity in a population is associated with negative outcomes from COVID-19, according to an analysis by researchers at The University of Alabama of morbid obesity data and reported COVID-19 deaths in the United States.

20 Aug 2020

Study identifies a novel regulatory pathway in bladder cancer

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University in collaboration with Insilico Medicine announce the publication of a new research paper titled "GULP1 regulates the NRF2-KEAP1 signaling axis in urothelial carcinoma" in Science Signaling.

20 Aug 2020

A metabolic enzyme shows great potential as target for immunotherapies

The metabolic enzyme IL4I1 (Interleukin-4-Induced-1) promotes the spread of tumor cells and suppresses the immune system.

20 Aug 2020

IUPUI study proposes a primary prevention strategy for substance use disorder

There are well documented risk factors associated with developing substance use disorder across all age groups.

20 Aug 2020

Air pollution may play a role in development of cardiometabolic diseases, shows study

Air pollution is the world's leading environmental risk factor, and causes more than nine million deaths per year.

20 Aug 2020

Sortilin may hold the key to developing more effective treatment for pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer has an extremely poor prognosis; it is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States.

20 Aug 2020

A healthy lifestyle for cardiovascular health may reduce odds of developing ocular diseases

In a new study, investigators found that ideal cardiovascular health, which is indicative of a healthy lifestyle, was associated with lower odds for ocular diseases especially diabetic retinopathy.

20 Aug 2020

Robotic surgery for oropharyngeal cancer associated with improved health outcomes

Robotic surgery for patients with early stage, oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer is associated with improved health outcomes, including better long-term survival, according to a Cedars-Sinai study published Thursday in JAMA Oncology.

20 Aug 2020

Study may lead to novel therapies for asthma

Researchers identify master regulator genes of asthma, provide new path forward in the study of asthma and the development of novel therapies.

20 Aug 2020

Scientists investigate the role of contractility and microbiota in chronic constipation

Chronic constipation (CC) remains a serious medical and social problem because the complexity of diagnosis, the lack of a single approach to treatment, and unsatisfactory treatment results.

20 Aug 2020

Study reveals a promising treatment for Parkinson's disease

Scientists at the University Bath in the UK have discovered a series of protein structures that are thought to be highly relevant to the onset of Parkinson's disease.

20 Aug 2020

Girls with anorexia nervosa can have stunted growth

Girls with anorexia nervosa can have stunted growth and may not reach their full height potential, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

20 Aug 2020

Study shows why certain genetically predisposed individuals do not develop heart disease

Life can change dramatically when someone learns they are genetically predisposed to a disease, such as a condition called familial hypercholesterolemia, where a mutated gene can lead to elevated cholesterol and increased risk for a premature heart attack.

20 Aug 2020

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Newly discovered molecule can suppress a wide range of cancers

New book series advances the development of pharmaceutical agents for treating neurological, CNS disorders

Strand-like muscle fibers in the heart tied to heart failure risk

Combining expertise in organoids and sequencing technologies for ALS research

Research finds link between COVID-19 mortality and morbid obesity

Study identifies a novel regulatory pathway in bladder cancer

A metabolic enzyme shows great potential as target for immunotherapies

IUPUI study proposes a primary prevention strategy for substance use disorder

Air pollution may play a role in development of cardiometabolic diseases, shows study

Sortilin may hold the key to developing more effective treatment for pancreatic cancer

A healthy lifestyle for cardiovascular health may reduce odds of developing ocular diseases

Robotic surgery for oropharyngeal cancer associated with improved health outcomes

Study may lead to novel therapies for asthma

Scientists investigate the role of contractility and microbiota in chronic constipation

Study reveals a promising treatment for Parkinson's disease

Girls with anorexia nervosa can have stunted growth

Study shows why certain genetically predisposed individuals do not develop heart disease

COVID-19 linked to type 1 diabetes and diabetic ketoacidosis in children

Gastric bypass surgery is the most effective therapy to treat type 2 diabetes

Inhibition of key receptor implicated in post-stroke damage and recovery

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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Unveiling Hidden Potential: Organoids for Disease Modeling in Neuroscience Research

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