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Wayne State researchers win NIH grant to uncover new antibiotic targets

A research team from Wayne State University has received a $1.85 million grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences of the National Institutes of Health for the project "Mechanisms of Non-Shine-Dalgarno Translation Initiation."

26 Oct 2017

Smell sensitivity changes over the course of each day, study suggests

It has always been apparent that some individuals have a better sense of smell than others, but a new study of 37 teens provides the first direct evidence that within each person, smell sensitivity varies over the course of each day. The pattern, according to the data, tracks with the body's internal day-night cycle, or circadian rhythm.

26 Oct 2017

JGU researchers develop new technique to facilitate differentiation of stem cells into neurons

Very little is still known about how neurons can be generated from stem cells. Researchers at the University Medical Center of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz have now developed a promising technique that will facilitate the differentiation of stem cells into neurons. This even enables them to accelerate the maturation process.

26 Oct 2017

CRISPR - a genetic editor - used to edit DNA and RNA in two parallel studies

Two different studies have shown that CRISPR - a gene editing tool, could be the next big thing in manipulating and modifying the DNA to suit the needs.

26 Oct 2017

Genetic variability of Helicobacter pylori complicates efforts to develop effective vaccine

Helicobacter pylori is a widespread bacterial pathogen that infects the lining of the stomach, where it can cause ulcers and even cancer. As a new study shows, its genetic variability complicates efforts to develop an effective vaccine.

25 Oct 2017

Single infusion of wildtype HSPCs halts cellular damage caused by neuromuscular disorder in mice

Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine report that a single infusion of wildtype hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) into a mouse model of Friedreich's ataxia (FA) measurably halted cellular damage caused by the degenerative disease.

25 Oct 2017

Higher amounts of physical activity linked to healthier blood biomarkers, study finds

It is well known that being physically active may lower risks of many diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes. In this study, the scientists studied the link between various measures of exercise and eight biomarkers that have previously related to several chronic diseases.

25 Oct 2017

Young hockey players may show post-concussion brain changes even after they return to play

Young hockey players who have suffered concussions may still show changes in the white matter of the brain months after being cleared to return to play, researchers at Western University have found through sophisticated Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) techniques.

25 Oct 2017

Direct application of immune cells accelerates healing of acute, chronic wounds in mice

A Massachusetts General Hospital research team has found a surprising potential solution to a persistent clinical problem - the healing of chronic wounds. In their report published in Wound Repair and Regeneration, the investigators from the MGH Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center describe how application of mature B lymphocytes - the immune cells best known for producing antibodies - greatly accelerated the healing of acute and chronic wounds in both diabetic and nondiabetic mice.

25 Oct 2017

Scientists discover how immune cells clear the way for nerve regeneration after injury

Immune cells are normally associated with fighting infection but in a new study, scientists have discovered how they also help the nervous system clear debris, clearing the way for nerve regeneration after injury.

25 Oct 2017

Researchers find rare genetic variants that may help explain longevity in some CF patients

Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disorder caused by genetic mutations that disrupt the normal movement of chloride in and out of cells. Among other health problems, cystic fibrosis compromises the lungs' ability to fight infection and breathe efficiently, making it the most lethal genetic disease in the Caucasian population. Patients have an average lifespan of just 30 to 40 years.

25 Oct 2017

UCLA researchers precisely stimulate the brain to enhance recollection of distinct memories

Neuroscientists at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA have discovered precisely where and how to electrically stimulate the human brain to enhance people's recollection of distinct memories. People with epilepsy who received low-current electrical pulses showed a significant improvement in their ability to recognize specific faces and ignore similar ones.

25 Oct 2017

Pre-clinical study reports promising step forward in search for non-addictive painkillers

A pre-clinical study led by Indiana University scientists reports a promising step forward in the search for pain relief methods without the addictive side effects behind the country's current opioid addiction crisis.

25 Oct 2017

Gut bacteria could hold clues to risk of developing PTSD after traumatic event

The bacteria in your gut could hold clues to whether or not you will develop posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after experiencing a traumatic event.

25 Oct 2017

Pharmacist identifies protein linked to tumor growth in gallbladder cancer

Patients with gallbladder cancer often show few or no symptoms for long periods of time. As a result, the tumors are only detected at a late stage of the disease when treatment is often no longer possible.

25 Oct 2017

Researchers develop new way to genetically engineer T cells for treating leukemia relapse

Researchers at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and the University of Washington have developed a novel way to genetically engineer T cells that may be effective for treating and preventing leukemia relapse.

25 Oct 2017

Insights from NGLY1 deficiency could provide new approach to treat blood cancers

A new class of drugs for blood cancers such as leukemia and multiple myeloma is showing promise. But it is hobbled by a problem that also plagues other cancer drugs: targeted cells can develop resistance.

25 Oct 2017

Skin plays role in helping regulate blood pressure and heart rate, say scientists

Skin plays a surprising role in helping regulate blood pressure and heart rate, according to scientists at the University of Cambridge and the Karolinska Institute, Sweden. While this discovery was made in mice, the researchers believe it is likely to be true also in humans.

25 Oct 2017

Adopting healthy diet can help reverse risk of high triglycerides, despite genetic predisposition

Triglycerides, a type of fat in the blood, are important for good health. But having high triglycerides might increase a person's risk of heart disease, and may be a sign of metabolic syndrome--a combination of high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and too much fat accumulation at the waist.

25 Oct 2017

Study reveals why Alzheimer's drugs fail in clinical trials

A tremendous amount of Amyloid-β peptide (Aβ) (a peptide of ～40 amino acids) accumulates in the brain of Alzheimer's disease patients. γ-Secretase inhibitors were designed to inhibit the enzymatic activity that produces Aβ. By reducing Aβ production, γ-secretase inhibitors were considered able to treat Alzheimer's disease (Aβ hypothesis).

25 Oct 2017

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Wayne State researchers win NIH grant to uncover new antibiotic targets

Smell sensitivity changes over the course of each day, study suggests

JGU researchers develop new technique to facilitate differentiation of stem cells into neurons

CRISPR - a genetic editor - used to edit DNA and RNA in two parallel studies

Genetic variability of Helicobacter pylori complicates efforts to develop effective vaccine

Single infusion of wildtype HSPCs halts cellular damage caused by neuromuscular disorder in mice

Higher amounts of physical activity linked to healthier blood biomarkers, study finds

Young hockey players may show post-concussion brain changes even after they return to play

Direct application of immune cells accelerates healing of acute, chronic wounds in mice

Scientists discover how immune cells clear the way for nerve regeneration after injury

Researchers find rare genetic variants that may help explain longevity in some CF patients

UCLA researchers precisely stimulate the brain to enhance recollection of distinct memories

Pre-clinical study reports promising step forward in search for non-addictive painkillers

Gut bacteria could hold clues to risk of developing PTSD after traumatic event

Pharmacist identifies protein linked to tumor growth in gallbladder cancer

Researchers develop new way to genetically engineer T cells for treating leukemia relapse

Insights from NGLY1 deficiency could provide new approach to treat blood cancers

Skin plays role in helping regulate blood pressure and heart rate, say scientists

Adopting healthy diet can help reverse risk of high triglycerides, despite genetic predisposition

Study reveals why Alzheimer's drugs fail in clinical trials

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