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Abnormalities in development of the brain could be involved in onset of autism, finds new study

Autism spectrum disorders are neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by communication disorders, altered social interactions and sensory and behavioral abnormalities. Research in genetics and brain imaging suggests that abnormalities in the development of the brain concerning, in particular, the formation of neural networks and the functioning of synapses could be involved in the onset of ASD.

15 Nov 2018

ACC Latin America Conference brings experts to discuss latest cardiovascular science

The American College of Cardiology will host the ACC Latin America Conference in partnership with the Peruvian Society of Cardiology in Lima, Peru, on November 16-17, 2018, bringing together top experts to review and discuss new, relevant cardiovascular science pertinent to the region. This is the first time the conference will be held in South America.

15 Nov 2018

Chronic dry eye can slow reading rate and disrupt day to day tasks

Johns Hopkins researchers report that chronic dry eye, a condition in which natural tears fail to adequately lubricate the eyes, can slow reading rate and significantly disrupt day to day tasks that require visual concentration for long periods of time.

15 Nov 2018

Chapman University wins additional $2.9 million NIH grant to study Alzheimer's disease

Chapman University has been awarded an additional $2.9 million to study Alzheimer's disease, adding an existing $4 million in grant funding for the ongoing project.

15 Nov 2018

New edition of Red Journal focuses on roles of imaging in radiation oncology

A new special edition of the International Journal of Radiation Oncology* Biology* Physics focuses on the roles of imaging in radiation oncology. The collection explores topics such as improving accuracy with patient positioning, defining radiation therapy volumes using imaging, imaging of functional biomarkers, the role of imaging in post-treatment care, machine learning and artificial intelligence.

15 Nov 2018

Scientists identify mechanism used by lung cancer cells to obtain glucose

Scientists at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have identified sodium glucose transporter 2, or SGLT2, as a mechanism that lung cancer cells can utilize to obtain glucose, which is key to their survival and promotes tumor growth.

15 Nov 2018

St. Jude Hospital announces availability of largest collections of leukemia samples

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital today announced the availability of one of the world's largest collections of leukemia samples from children and adults.

15 Nov 2018

NIH awards $3.4 million to UC researchers to study gastrointestinal lymphatic system

A team of researchers at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine have been awarded $3.4 million by the National Institutes of Health to study the role of the gastrointestinal lymphatic system in dietary nutrient absorption and the transport of signaling molecules.

15 Nov 2018

New diabetes drugs linked to increased risk of lower-limb amputation and ketoacidosis

The use of a new class of drugs in the treatment of type 2 diabetes, so called SGLT2 inhibitors, are linked to a twofold increased risk for lower-limb amputation as well as diabetic ketoacidosis, a serious diabetes complication.

14 Nov 2018

Researchers discover key factors behind intestinal inflammation in CVID patients

Oregon State University researchers have discovered two key factors behind the intestinal inflammation that plagues people suffering from a disorder that affects their immune system.

14 Nov 2018

Researchers explore role of dietary composition on energy expenditure

The researchers say this effect may improve the success of obesity treatment, especially among people with high insulin secretion (insulin level 30 minutes after consuming a standard amount of glucose).

14 Nov 2018

Age-related decline in abstract reasoning ability predicts depressive symptoms over time

Age-related declines in abstract reasoning ability predict increasing depressive symptoms in subsequent years, according to data from a longitudinal study of older adults in Scotland. The research is published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.

14 Nov 2018

Rainforest vine compound makes pancreatic cancer cells susceptible to nutrient starvation

Pancreatic cancer cells are known for their ability to thrive under extreme conditions of low nutrients and oxygen, a trait known in the cancer field as "austerity." The cells' remarkable resistance to starvation is one reason why pancreatic cancer is so deadly.

14 Nov 2018

Researchers evaluate efficacy of salivary biomarkers for early detection of oral cancer

Over 90% of malign tumors in the head and neck are originated from carcinomas of squamous cells that appear in superficial areas of the oral cavity. Their detection with salivary biomarkers can contribute to their early treatment, before they transform into tumors.

14 Nov 2018

TAMEST recognizes UT Southwestern’s Ralph DeBerardinis for changing our understanding of cancer

Ralph DeBerardinis, M.D., Ph.D., professor at the Children's Medical Center Research Institute at UT Southwestern is the recipient of the 2019 Edith and Peter O'Donnell Award in Medicine from TAMEST.

14 Nov 2018

EU and industry-funded project aims to personalize diabetes treatment

Diabetes is a chronic and incurable illness linked to blood sugar that has traditionally been divided into type 1 and type 2. Type 2 accounts for the vast majority of cases – some 285 million – and its prevalence is expected to soar over the coming decade.

14 Nov 2018

Medical Condition News

Abnormalities in development of the brain could be involved in onset of autism, finds new study

ACC Latin America Conference brings experts to discuss latest cardiovascular science

Chronic dry eye can slow reading rate and disrupt day to day tasks

Chapman University wins additional $2.9 million NIH grant to study Alzheimer's disease

New edition of Red Journal focuses on roles of imaging in radiation oncology

Scientists identify mechanism used by lung cancer cells to obtain glucose

St. Jude Hospital announces availability of largest collections of leukemia samples

NIH awards $3.4 million to UC researchers to study gastrointestinal lymphatic system

New diabetes drugs linked to increased risk of lower-limb amputation and ketoacidosis

Researchers discover key factors behind intestinal inflammation in CVID patients

Researchers explore role of dietary composition on energy expenditure

Age-related decline in abstract reasoning ability predicts depressive symptoms over time

Rainforest vine compound makes pancreatic cancer cells susceptible to nutrient starvation

Researchers evaluate efficacy of salivary biomarkers for early detection of oral cancer

TAMEST recognizes UT Southwestern’s Ralph DeBerardinis for changing our understanding of cancer

EU and industry-funded project aims to personalize diabetes treatment

Calcified nodules in the retina increase risk for progression to late stages of AMD

Researchers develop innovative treatment to repair damaged brain tissues

One-hour cognitive behavioral therapy session reduces insomnia symptoms in prisoners

Inhibition of one protein clears toxic clumps seen in Parkinson's disease, study finds

Improving healthcare sustainability through carbon data

A New Approach to Preventing Bladder Cancer Recurrence

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

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