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Higher intake of fish increases number of large HDL particles, says study

Increasing the intake of fatty fish increases the number of large HDL particles, according to a recent study completed at the University of Eastern Finland. People who increased their intake of fish to a minimum of 3-4 weekly meals had more large HDL particles in their blood than people who are less frequent eaters of fish.

3 Mar 2014

Study of Gulf War veterans finds link between poor sleep quality and reduced gray matter

A new study of Gulf War veterans found an association between poor sleep quality and reduced gray matter volume in the brain's frontal lobe, which helps control important processes such as working memory and executive function.

3 Mar 2014

Study explores risks associated with using herbal cannabis for treatment of rheumatic conditions

Patients with rheumatic conditions are in need of symptom relief and some are turning to herbal cannabis as a treatment option. However, the effectiveness and safety of medical marijuana to treat symptoms of rheumatic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or fibromyalgia is not supported by medical evidence.

3 Mar 2014

Study establishes innovative approaches to improve vision of young children with brain tumor

Robert Avery, DO, MSCE, of Children's National Health System and colleagues are establishing innovative approaches with technology and medication to improve the vision of young children who have visual pathway glioma, a type of brain tumor.

3 Mar 2014

Scientists unveil role of microRNAs in regulating neuroblastoma, pointing to new therapeutic possibilities

Neuroblastoma is one of the most common and lethal types of childhood cancers. In a paper published online today in OncoTarget, a researcher at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio unveils the important role of microRNAs in regulating neuroblastoma development, pointing to new therapeutic possibilities.

3 Mar 2014

Max Planck scientists identify new mechanisms in cellular stress response

When an organism is exposed to life-threatening conditions, it sounds the alarm and a cellular emergency program, the heat shock response, is initiated.

3 Mar 2014

New study may open door to better diagnosis, treatment for chronic insomnia

Johns Hopkins researchers report that people with chronic insomnia show more plasticity and activity than good sleepers in the part of the brain that controls movement.

3 Mar 2014

Researcher to receive AACR- Joseph H. Burchenal Memorial Award for achievement in cancer research

John F. DiPersio, M.D., Ph.D., will be recognized with the 19th Annual American Association for Cancer Research-Joseph H. Burchenal Memorial Award for Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Cancer Research at the AACR Annual Meeting 2014, to be held in San Diego, Calif., April 5-9.

3 Mar 2014

Researchers make new advances in study of chronic lymphatic leukaemia genome

A study led by Dr. Roderic Guig- from the Centre for Genomic Regulation in Barcelona, as part of the Chronic Lymphatic Leukaemia Genome Consortium, has made new advances in the study of this disease.

3 Mar 2014

Study: College athletes often struggle to stay active in later years

An Indiana University study found that elite college athletes -- typically the picture of health and vitality -- often struggle to stay active in later years, facing limitations to their day-to-day activities in middle age that could be a result of injuries during their athletic career.

3 Mar 2014

Extract from amur cork tree shows promise in treating pancreatic cancer

The bark of the Amur cork tree (Phellodendron amurense) has traveled a centuries-long road with the healing arts. Now it is being put through its paces by science in the fight against pancreatic cancer, with the potential to make inroads against several more.

3 Mar 2014

Google Glass app helps researchers track spread of diseases around the world

The much-talked-about Google Glass - the eyewear with computer capabilities - could potentially save lives, especially in isolated or far-flung locations, say scientists. They are reporting development of a Google Glass app that takes a picture of a diagnostic test strip and sends the data to computers, which then rapidly beam back a diagnostic report to the user.

3 Mar 2014

WSU scientist receives grant to study effects of chronic methamphetamine on brain metabolism, sleep

WSU sleep scientist Jonathan Wisor has received a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the effects of chronic methamphetamine use on brain metabolism and sleep.

3 Mar 2014

PerkinElmer launches Lamina slide scanner for clearer visualization of protein biomarker in tissue

PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader focused on the health and safety of people and the environment, today announced the launch of the Lamina multilabel slide scanner at the USCAP 2014 Annual Meeting.

3 Mar 2014

Food allergy increases among black children, say researchers

Children's food allergies are gradually increasing, but they may be as much as doubling among black children. According to a study published today in the March issue of Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI), self-reported food allergy nearly doubled in black children over 23 years.

3 Mar 2014

Washington University professor to receive AACR-CRI Lloyd J. Old Award in Cancer Immunology

The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) and the Cancer Research Institute (CRI) will present Robert D. Schreiber, Ph.D., Alumni Endowed Professor of Pathology and Immunology, Professor of Molecular Microbiology, and Director of the Center for Human Immunology and Immunotherapy Programs at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Mo., with the second annual AACR-CRI Lloyd J. Old Award in Cancer Immunology at the AACR Annual Meeting 2014, to be held in San Diego, Calif., April 5-9.

3 Mar 2014

Researchers identify mutations in gene that can reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes

An international team led by researchers at the Broad Institute and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) has identified mutations in a gene that can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, even in people who have risk factors such as obesity and old age.

3 Mar 2014

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Higher intake of fish increases number of large HDL particles, says study

Study of Gulf War veterans finds link between poor sleep quality and reduced gray matter

Study explores risks associated with using herbal cannabis for treatment of rheumatic conditions

Study establishes innovative approaches to improve vision of young children with brain tumor

Scientists unveil role of microRNAs in regulating neuroblastoma, pointing to new therapeutic possibilities

Max Planck scientists identify new mechanisms in cellular stress response

New study may open door to better diagnosis, treatment for chronic insomnia

Researcher to receive AACR- Joseph H. Burchenal Memorial Award for achievement in cancer research

Researchers make new advances in study of chronic lymphatic leukaemia genome

Study: College athletes often struggle to stay active in later years

Extract from amur cork tree shows promise in treating pancreatic cancer

Google Glass app helps researchers track spread of diseases around the world

WSU scientist receives grant to study effects of chronic methamphetamine on brain metabolism, sleep

PerkinElmer launches Lamina slide scanner for clearer visualization of protein biomarker in tissue

Food allergy increases among black children, say researchers

Washington University professor to receive AACR-CRI Lloyd J. Old Award in Cancer Immunology

Researchers identify mutations in gene that can reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes

Scientists find certain species of nontuberculous mycobacteria in water that cause infection in humans

New methodology for rapid detection of antibiotics in blood paves way to drug development, personalized treatment

New project identifies best policy initiatives for promotion of cardiovascular health

How microRNA is transforming science: From discovery to diagnostics

Advancing benzodiazepine detection

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