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CUMC researchers create new organoids that mimic features of full-sized lung

New lung "organoids"-tiny 3-D structures that mimic features of a full-sized lung- have been created from human pluripotent stem cells by researchers at Columbia University Medical Center. The team used the organoids to generate models of human lung diseases in a lab dish, which could be used to advance our understanding of a variety of respiratory diseases.

11 May 2017

Improper methylation of cilia protein linked to increased risk of neural tube defects

Research published online in The FASEB Journal shows that the improper methylation of a protein called "Septin2," which regulates the structure of cilia, was associated with an increased risk of having a neural tube defect (NTD) and confirms that cilia are important factors in determining susceptibility of NTDs.

11 May 2017

Study shows link between susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia and exertional heat stroke

New research published online in The FASEB Journal may ultimately help athletes and trainers better understand who may be more at risk for heat stroke.

11 May 2017

Suppression of thyroid hormone receptor protects cone cells in mouse models of retinal diseases

New research published online in The FASEB Journal suggests that the suppression of thyroid hormone receptor activity locally in the retina protects cone photoreceptor cells in mouse models of human retinal degenerative diseases

11 May 2017

Research explores effect of alcohol on adolescent brain

Under 18, no alcohol. In spite of this slogan, adolescents still have access to alcohol. But how harmful is that one beer for the adolescent brain? Research, including in Leiden, may provide the answer.

11 May 2017

Researchers identify microRNA biomarker linked to incidence of atrial fibrillation

Researchers have identified a microRNA biomarker that demonstrates a strong association with the incidence of atrial fibrillation, the most common abnormal heart rhythm that affects more than 2.7 million Americans.

11 May 2017

Children born with small or missing eyes benefit from personalized treatment using 3D-printed implants

A new, personalized and noninvasive treatment using 3-D printed implants has been developed to help children born with abnormally small or missing eyes.

11 May 2017

New research sheds light on inner mechanisms underlying learning and memory

New research published online in The FASEB Journal sheds important light on the inner workings of learning and memory.

11 May 2017

Scientists produce world's first CT images of biological tissue using protons

An international team of scientists has produced the world's first computerized tomography images of biological tissue using protons - a momentous step towards improving the quality and feasibility of Proton Therapy for cancer sufferers around the world.

11 May 2017

High vitamin D intake could reduce the risk of an early menopause

A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has revealed that women can cut their risk of an early menopause, by having a high vitamin D intake.

From BetterYou Ltd 11 May 2017

Research lays groundwork to develop realistic ‘biomimetic neuroprosthetics’

By applying a novel computer algorithm to mimic how the brain learns, a team of researchers – with the aid of the Comet supercomputer based at the San Diego Supercomputer Center at UC San Diego and the Center's Neuroscience Gateway – has identified and replicated neural circuitry that resembles the way an unimpaired brain controls limb movement.

11 May 2017

Introduction of ART has increased life expectancy in HIV patients by 10 years

A study published in the journal The Lancet HIV has found an increase in life expectancy of 20-year-old HIV patients in the EU and North America who had started antiretroviral therapy (ART) after it was introduced mid-1990s. When compared with patients who were not treated with ART, the life expectancy had increased by around a decade in these patients.

11 May 2017

Exposure to flower pesticides affects neurobehavioral performance in children

Ecuador is the third largest producer of cut flowers in the world, primarily roses, many of which are destined to be sold for Mother's Day. The industry employs more than 103,000 people, and relies heavily on agricultural pesticides.

11 May 2017

New organoid ‘fusion’ technique helps observe complex interactions between diverse brain regions

In 2013 researchers led by IMBA scientist Jürgen Knoblich flabbergasted the scientific community. Starting from human stem cells, researchers in his lab managed to grow living three dimensional models of basic units of human brain in a dish.

11 May 2017

Rat study reveals new treatment approach that could potentially prevent osteoarthritis

Maintaining the supply of a molecule that helps to nourish cartilage prevented osteoarthritis in animal models of the disease, according to a report published in Nature Communications online May 11.

11 May 2017

Preclinical results of translational research show favorable outcomes in developing Zika virus vaccine

Preclinical results of research by City College of New York scientists and TechnoVax, Inc. in animal models demonstrate favorable outcomes in developing a vaccine against the mosquito-borne Zika virus.

11 May 2017

Large source of real-time data provides insight into treatment for vision-threatening condition

For most people, being nearsighted is a nuisance, easily treated with a prescription for glasses or contact lenses. But some experience a complication that can cause permanent blindness.

11 May 2017

Mild blast-induced concussion can lead to worse outcomes in military service members, study finds

According to a new study in JAMA Neurology, U.S. military service members who endured a mild concussion after blast injury while deployed in Iraq or Afghanistan may continue to experience mental health symptoms as well as decreases in quality of life for at least five years after their injury.

11 May 2017

Zinc acetate lozenges may provide 3-fold increase in recovery rate from common cold

According to a meta-analysis of three randomized controlled trials published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases, zinc acetate lozenges may increase the rate of recovery from the common cold three fold. On the fifth day, 70% of the zinc lozenge patients had recovered compared with 27% of the placebo patients.

11 May 2017

Chemical stimuli by small molecule can improve production of cartilage cells

Cell-based therapies could offer a way to treat cartilage injuries before the ultimate damage of osteoarthritis on articular cartilage.

11 May 2017

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CUMC researchers create new organoids that mimic features of full-sized lung

Improper methylation of cilia protein linked to increased risk of neural tube defects

Study shows link between susceptibility to malignant hyperthermia and exertional heat stroke

Suppression of thyroid hormone receptor protects cone cells in mouse models of retinal diseases

Research explores effect of alcohol on adolescent brain

Researchers identify microRNA biomarker linked to incidence of atrial fibrillation

Children born with small or missing eyes benefit from personalized treatment using 3D-printed implants

New research sheds light on inner mechanisms underlying learning and memory

Scientists produce world's first CT images of biological tissue using protons

High vitamin D intake could reduce the risk of an early menopause

Research lays groundwork to develop realistic ‘biomimetic neuroprosthetics’

Introduction of ART has increased life expectancy in HIV patients by 10 years

Exposure to flower pesticides affects neurobehavioral performance in children

New organoid ‘fusion’ technique helps observe complex interactions between diverse brain regions

Rat study reveals new treatment approach that could potentially prevent osteoarthritis

Preclinical results of translational research show favorable outcomes in developing Zika virus vaccine

Large source of real-time data provides insight into treatment for vision-threatening condition

Mild blast-induced concussion can lead to worse outcomes in military service members, study finds

Zinc acetate lozenges may provide 3-fold increase in recovery rate from common cold

Chemical stimuli by small molecule can improve production of cartilage cells

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