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Race and deprivation could be significant factors that influence education decisions during pandemic

US schools in poor districts with large non-white student populations are less likely to reopen fully this academic year, according to a major new study published in the peer-reviewed Journal of School Choice.

14 Oct 2020

Many coronavirus strains found in animals can also infect humans, shows study

New research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill suggests that a strain of coronavirus that has recently alarmed the swine industry may have the potential to spread to humans as well.

14 Oct 2020

Alternate primers for whole-genome SARS-CoV-2 sequencing

A new study published on the preprint server bioRxiv* in October 2020 describes the gap frequencies and positions in the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) genome and a set of alternative primers with a sequencing scheme to provide better genomic coverage and quality.

14 Oct 2020

ACE2 binding causes dissociation of trimeric SARS-CoV-2 spike, may be used to inhibit further infection

A recent study published on the preprint server bioRxiv in October 2020 shows that severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) binding to the human host receptor could cause the typical trimeric spike protein to come apart, forming a stable monomer instead with the receptor.

14 Oct 2020

Scientists discover new method to retrieve lost single-cell RNA-sequencing information

Sequencing RNA from individual cells can reveal a great deal of information about what those cells are doing in the body. MIT researchers have now greatly boosted the amount of information gleaned from each of those cells, by modifying the commonly used Seq-Well technique.

14 Oct 2020

Study offers new insight on molecular mechanisms that allow malaria parasites to spread disease

New insight on the molecular mechanisms that allow malaria parasites to move and spread disease within their hosts has been published today in the open-access eLife journal.

14 Oct 2020

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 antibodies offer lasting immunity

One of the most significant questions about the novel coronavirus is whether people who are infected are immune from reinfection and, if so, for how long.

14 Oct 2020

New research database can help shape the most effective and efficient response to COVID-19

Researchers around the world can tap into a new inter-disciplinary online database of COVID-19 research - allowing them to search for new partners, resources and funding to boost the global battle against the virus.

14 Oct 2020

3D structural model of BAF complex modifies DNA architecture, provides clues on cancer

Scientists have created an unprecedented 3-dimensional structural model of a key molecular "machine" known as the BAF complex, which modifies DNA architecture and is frequently mutated in cancer and some other diseases.

14 Oct 2020

Commitment to evidence-based clinical inquiry projects guides innovation and creativity during COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought opportunities for rapid innovation and creativity, as healthcare professionals seek ways to maintain high levels of care for patients and their families.

14 Oct 2020

Amino acid produced by the brain could prevent temporal lobe epileptic seizure

A team of researchers from the Florida State University College of Medicine has found that an amino acid produced by the brain could play a crucial role in preventing a type of epileptic seizure.

14 Oct 2020

SARS-CoV-2 spike protein triggers cell signaling pathways in lung vascular cells

A new study published on the preprint server bioRxiv in October 2020 shows that vascular cells in the lung tissue begin to secrete signaling growth factors when exposed to just the spike protein of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), without the rest of the viral components.

14 Oct 2020

Understanding COVID-19 immunity is crucial for developing vaccination strategies

People who have recovered from COVID-19, and their close contacts, could hold the key to understanding how immunity to the disease develops, how long it lasts and what happens when immunity is lost.

14 Oct 2020

Study summarizes treatment and management of glutaric acidemia type 1

A new study summarizes over 30 years of clinical experience in the treatment and management of glutaric acidemia type 1 (GA1), a rare and potentially devastating metabolic disorder caused by variants in the GCDH gene.

14 Oct 2020

Study determines mechanisms underlying abnormal development of nervous system in Hirschsprung disease

Ankush Gosain, MD, PhD, of Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center has focused his research on determining the mechanisms underlying abnormal development of the enteric nervous system in Hirschsprung disease.

14 Oct 2020

SARS-CoV-2 infection of carotid arteries may explain vascular involvement in COVID-19

A new study published on the preprint server bioRxiv in October 2020 shows that the virus causing COVID-19, namely, SARS-CoV-2, produces replicative infection in the carotid arteries and affects the vascular responses. This could have a profound bearing on the understanding of the disease and its clinical treatment.

14 Oct 2020

Disparities among cardiovascular professionals continue to exist, shows study

Despite working for more than two decades to address underrepresentation of women in cardiology, disparities among cardiovascular professionals continue to exist.

14 Oct 2020

Psychologists and sociologists investigate comparative optimism for infection and recovery from COVID-19

Until a vaccine and/or effective cure for COVID-19 becomes available, battling the current pandemic strongly relies on how well people follow behavioral advice, such as adhering to local restrictions, social distancing rules, and engaging in effective personal hygiene.

14 Oct 2020

Study examines knowledge and use of Kegels that treat and prevent urinary incontinence

Kegels are underused to treat and prevent urinary incontinence, especially during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

14 Oct 2020

Probability sampling to slow spread of SARS-CoV-2

Their study titled, “An Innovative Non-Pharmaceutical Intervention to Mitigate SARS-CoV02 Spread: Probability Sampling to Identify and Isolate Asymptomatic Cases,” was released at the pre-publication and pre-peer review site medRxiv*.

14 Oct 2020

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Race and deprivation could be significant factors that influence education decisions during pandemic

Many coronavirus strains found in animals can also infect humans, shows study

Alternate primers for whole-genome SARS-CoV-2 sequencing

ACE2 binding causes dissociation of trimeric SARS-CoV-2 spike, may be used to inhibit further infection

Scientists discover new method to retrieve lost single-cell RNA-sequencing information

Study offers new insight on molecular mechanisms that allow malaria parasites to spread disease

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 antibodies offer lasting immunity

New research database can help shape the most effective and efficient response to COVID-19

3D structural model of BAF complex modifies DNA architecture, provides clues on cancer

Commitment to evidence-based clinical inquiry projects guides innovation and creativity during COVID-19

Amino acid produced by the brain could prevent temporal lobe epileptic seizure

SARS-CoV-2 spike protein triggers cell signaling pathways in lung vascular cells

Understanding COVID-19 immunity is crucial for developing vaccination strategies

Study summarizes treatment and management of glutaric acidemia type 1

Study determines mechanisms underlying abnormal development of nervous system in Hirschsprung disease

SARS-CoV-2 infection of carotid arteries may explain vascular involvement in COVID-19

Disparities among cardiovascular professionals continue to exist, shows study

Psychologists and sociologists investigate comparative optimism for infection and recovery from COVID-19

Study examines knowledge and use of Kegels that treat and prevent urinary incontinence

Probability sampling to slow spread of SARS-CoV-2

Innovating Texture and Culture in Plant-Based Foods

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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