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Cytochalasin B-induced membrane vesicles successfully tested as vector for anti-tumor drug delivery

Extracellular vesicles (EV) represent a promising vector system for biomolecules and drug delivery due to their natural origin and participation in intercellular communication.

24 Apr 2018

New compound could offer pain-relieving properties without risk of addiction

Researchers at the University of Michigan have engineered a new compound that animal tests suggest could offer the pain-relieving properties of opioids such as morphine and oxycodone without the risk of addiction.

24 Apr 2018

NF-κB1 gene known to drive cancer development is critical for preventing stomach cancers

Melbourne researchers have made the surprise discovery that the 'odd one out' in a family of proteins known to drive cancer development is instead critical for preventing stomach cancers.

24 Apr 2018

Researchers identify tools that caregivers could use to detect delirium in older adults

Delirium is a sudden change in mental status that often occurs when older adults are in the hospital or after they have surgery. More than 20 percent of older adults may experience delirium.

23 Apr 2018

Researchers identify superior blood-based biomarker for assessing sports-related concussions

A high-sensitive blood test can aid concussed hockey players when it might be safe to return to play. In a study published by the journal Neurology, researchers at Sahlgrenska Academy, Sweden, has identified a superior blood-based biomarker for assessing subtle brain injury.

23 Apr 2018

Relaxation after work could give better night’s sleep

If you've had a bad day at work thanks to rude colleagues, doing something fun and relaxing after you punch out could net you a better night's sleep.

23 Apr 2018

Home-based treatment program offers robust and sustained relief for IBS patients

In the largest federally funded non-drug clinical trial for irritable bowel syndrome, patients with the most severe and persistent symptoms achieved robust and sustained relief by learning to control symptoms with minimal clinician contact. Led by University at Buffalo researchers in collaboration with colleagues at New York University and Northwestern University, the study was published online before print in Gastroenterology.

23 Apr 2018

New drug treatment could be promising therapeutic approach for millions with asthma

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School researchers identified a new treatment that could lead to more effective drug therapy for millions of individuals with asthma and other respiratory disorders such as chronic obstruction pulmonary disease.

23 Apr 2018

Promising cell study may offer new opportunities for treating Parkinson's disease

For the first-time there is the prospect of medical doctors and researchers being able to alleviate the serious symptoms that follow with Parkinson's disease.

23 Apr 2018

Exposure to toxin found in sheep may be linked to development of MS

Exposure to a toxin primarily found in sheep could be linked to the development of multiple sclerosis in humans, new research suggests.

23 Apr 2018

Hacking 'drug trafficking' system could increase effectiveness of diabetes treatment

Making tiny changes to existing diabetes treatments can alter how they interact with cells, and potentially make the medicines more effective.

23 Apr 2018

Clinical trial to examine stem cell therapy for treatment, prevention of complications after traumatic injury

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston has received funding through a public/private partnership for the first-ever clinical trial investigating a stem cell therapy for early treatment and prevention of complications after severe traumatic injury.

23 Apr 2018

Future screening is more likely for people with false-positive cancer screening results

An analysis of electronic medical records indicates that patients who previously had a false-positive breast or prostate cancer screening test are more likely to obtain future recommended cancer screenings.

23 Apr 2018

Scientists examine how specific eating patterns could help fight cancer and obesity

What we eat plays a significant role in our health. The Experimental Biology 2018 meeting (EB 2018) will showcase new research into how diet could be used to fight cancer and how specific eating patterns can encourage weight loss.

23 Apr 2018

Studies offer leads for new approaches to treat neurological problems

Technological advances have ushered in a new era of discovery in neuroscience. The Experimental Biology 2018 meeting will feature an array of research findings on the brain and nervous system.

23 Apr 2018

RaySearch, Heidelberg University Hospital to pioneer RayCare oncology information system

Heidelberg University Hospital in Germany has entered into a partnership with RaySearch Laboratories AB to pioneer the RayCare™ oncology information system. The research partnership, which focuses on supporting comprehensive cancer care, will involve the hospital and the affiliated sites Heidelberg Ion Beam Therapy Center and Marburg Ion Beam Therapy Center (MIT).

From RaySearch Laboratories AB 23 Apr 2018

Medical Condition News

Cytochalasin B-induced membrane vesicles successfully tested as vector for anti-tumor drug delivery

New compound could offer pain-relieving properties without risk of addiction

NF-κB1 gene known to drive cancer development is critical for preventing stomach cancers

Researchers identify tools that caregivers could use to detect delirium in older adults

Researchers identify superior blood-based biomarker for assessing sports-related concussions

Relaxation after work could give better night’s sleep

Home-based treatment program offers robust and sustained relief for IBS patients

New drug treatment could be promising therapeutic approach for millions with asthma

Promising cell study may offer new opportunities for treating Parkinson's disease

Exposure to toxin found in sheep may be linked to development of MS

Hacking 'drug trafficking' system could increase effectiveness of diabetes treatment

Clinical trial to examine stem cell therapy for treatment, prevention of complications after traumatic injury

Future screening is more likely for people with false-positive cancer screening results

Scientists examine how specific eating patterns could help fight cancer and obesity

Studies offer leads for new approaches to treat neurological problems

RaySearch, Heidelberg University Hospital to pioneer RayCare oncology information system

Salamander study provides clues for treating spinal cord injuries

Higher consumption of fish linked to better neurological health

Innovative research could lead to new ways to treat, prevent cancer

Research offers new hope for healing wounds in patients with diabetes

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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