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Chronic physical illness in children may increase chances of later life mental health problems

A new study into the effects of chronic physical illness in children on their life-long mental health has found that such experiences appear to increase the chances of them having depression and anxiety in adulthood.

12 May 2017

New spherical nucleic acid drug crosses blood-brain barrier to target brain tumors in animals

The first drug using spherical nucleic acids to be systemically given to humans has been developed by Northwestern University scientists and approved by the Food and Drug Administration as an investigational new drug for an early-stage clinical trial in the deadly brain cancer glioblastoma multiforme.

12 May 2017

Scientists develop new method to clear antibiotic-resistant bacteria from the eyes

Scientists have developed a new method to clear antibiotic resistant bacteria from the surface of the eye – introducing a new strain of bacteria that preys on other microorganisms.

12 May 2017

Simulation techniques improve brain death diagnostic, communications skills of neurologists

One of the most difficult skills a neurologist must learn is how to diagnosis brain death and communicate the bad news to family members.

12 May 2017

Excellence of human olfactory abilities has been overlooked for centuries

It is commonly believed that we have a poor sense of smell relative to other mammals, most notably the dog. However, a review published today reports that, based on 14 years of study of the olfactory system, humans have an excellent ability to discern different odours. We are just sensitive to different scents compared with other mammals.

12 May 2017

Scientists discover free C3d protein that mitigates tumor-induced immunosuppression

In the body, anti-cancer immunity is immobilized by stealth cancer forces. But a natural de-immobilizer has been identified - and it has a vendetta.

12 May 2017

New study uncovers medical diagnoses that may elevate person's risk of developing AKI

A new study has uncovered various medical diagnoses that may elevate an individual's risk of developing acute kidney injury (AKI) while in the hospital.

12 May 2017

Study findings may help shed light on cause of systemic sclerosis

Americans and Norwegians with systemic sclerosis had higher levels of bacteria that can cause inflammation and lower levels of bacteria that are believed to protect against inflammation compared with healthy people, according to a new study by researchers from UCLA and Oslo University.

12 May 2017

Immunoreceptor promotes tumor growth in mouse models of liver cancer driven by inflammation

Boosting a part of the immune system known to have anti-tumor properties may actually help tumors grow in cancers linked to chronic inflammation.

12 May 2017

Researchers uncover structural details that make eye-targeting virus a better tool for future therapies

In their quest to replicate themselves, viruses have gotten awfully good at tricking human cells into pumping out viral proteins. That's why scientists have been working to use viruses as forces for good: to deliver useful genes to human cells and help patients who lack important proteins or enzymes.

12 May 2017

Mayo Clinic research advances understanding of DNA repair mechanisms

We humans like to think our DNA is well-protected in the nucleus of each cell. But it's a hard life for the hard-working genetic code.

12 May 2017

Researchers discover crucial link between metabolism and osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis can potentially be prevented with a good diet and regular exercise, a new expert review published in the Nature Reviews Rheumatology reports.

12 May 2017

Study identifies first genetic locus for anorexia nervosa

A landmark study led by UNC School of Medicine researchers has identified the first genetic locus for anorexia nervosa and has revealed that there may also be metabolic underpinnings to this potentially deadly illness.

12 May 2017

Athletes with ADHD twice as likely to compete in team sports, study finds

A new study from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center finds athletes with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to compete in team contact sports than individual sports, which could increase their risk of injury.

12 May 2017

MAGNET study: MRE can be accurate, non-invasive tool to detect liver fibrosis in children

Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine, with collaborators across the nation, have determined that magnetic resonance elastography can be an accurate, non-invasive tool to identify liver fibrosis in children.

12 May 2017

Study finds link between socioeconomic status and harm from alcohol consumption

Drinking heavily is disproportionately harmful for the poorest in society, with a greater risk of dying or becoming ill due to alcohol consumption.

12 May 2017

Leti's New Deal project could revolutionize IBD therapies for great benefit of patients in the European Union

Leti, a technology research institute of CEA Tech, today announced a European Union project to develop a nanotherapy targeting the molecules involved in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

12 May 2017

People with severe mental illness have higher risk for cardiovascular disease, study reveals

An international study of more than 3.2 million people with severe mental illness reveals a substantially increased risk for developing cardiovascular disease compared to the general population.

12 May 2017

Scientists use new RNA sequencing and statistical techniques to track stem cells in the nose

Adult stem cells have the ability to transform into many types of cells, but tracing the path individual stem cells follow as they mature and identifying the molecules that trigger these fateful decisions are difficult in a living animal.

12 May 2017

Discovery of key signals in the lungs and liver could pave way for immune disorder treatments

The discovery of key signals that help tissues repair after injury could pave the way for new treatments for asthma and organ scarring, a study suggests.

12 May 2017

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Chronic physical illness in children may increase chances of later life mental health problems

New spherical nucleic acid drug crosses blood-brain barrier to target brain tumors in animals

Scientists develop new method to clear antibiotic-resistant bacteria from the eyes

Simulation techniques improve brain death diagnostic, communications skills of neurologists

Excellence of human olfactory abilities has been overlooked for centuries

Scientists discover free C3d protein that mitigates tumor-induced immunosuppression

New study uncovers medical diagnoses that may elevate person's risk of developing AKI

Study findings may help shed light on cause of systemic sclerosis

Immunoreceptor promotes tumor growth in mouse models of liver cancer driven by inflammation

Researchers uncover structural details that make eye-targeting virus a better tool for future therapies

Mayo Clinic research advances understanding of DNA repair mechanisms

Researchers discover crucial link between metabolism and osteoarthritis

Study identifies first genetic locus for anorexia nervosa

Athletes with ADHD twice as likely to compete in team sports, study finds

MAGNET study: MRE can be accurate, non-invasive tool to detect liver fibrosis in children

Study finds link between socioeconomic status and harm from alcohol consumption

Leti's New Deal project could revolutionize IBD therapies for great benefit of patients in the European Union

People with severe mental illness have higher risk for cardiovascular disease, study reveals

Scientists use new RNA sequencing and statistical techniques to track stem cells in the nose

Discovery of key signals in the lungs and liver could pave way for immune disorder treatments

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