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Stem cell treatment helps improve motor functions, nervous system conditions in mice with ALS

Researchers at the University of South Florida show in a new study that bone marrow stem cell transplants helped improve motor functions and nervous system conditions in mice with the disease Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) by repairing damage to the blood-spinal cord barrier.

15 May 2017

Scientists discover simple way to use light for steering killer immune cells toward tumors

The science behind harnessing the immune system to fight cancer is complicated, but a University of Rochester Medical Center laboratory discovered a simple, practical way to use light and optics to steer killer immune cells toward tumors.

15 May 2017

Scientists uncover potential strategy to shock and kill HIV virus

Scientists at the Gladstone Institutes discovered that an enzyme called SMYD2 could be a new therapeutic target for flushing out the HIV that hides in infected individuals. Overcoming this latent virus remains the most significant obstacle to a cure.

15 May 2017

European researchers set up new network to boost use of MRI biomarkers in managing kidney disease

Researchers from 22 European countries have set up PARENCHIMA, a network that will boost the use of magnetic resonance imaging biomarkers in efficiently managing chronic kidney disease.

15 May 2017

New research could lead to earlier diagnosis and better management of inflammatory bowel disease

A University of Manchester test on the mucus lining of the intestine, performed in mice, has found changes in bacteria that could lead to inflammatory bowel disease 12 weeks earlier than previously possible through looking at stool samples, leading to the possibility of earlier diagnosis and better management of the disease in humans.

From The University of Manchester 15 May 2017

Study sheds new light on inherent ability of normal cells to prevent cancer at the initial stage

A new study shows cells in the initial stage of cancer change their metabolism before getting eliminated by the surrounding normal cells, providing a novel target for developing cancer prevention drugs.

15 May 2017

Research findings provide insight into mechanisms underlying differences in efficacy of anti-TNF drugs

Osaka University-led researchers identified differences in how three drugs bind to tumor necrosis factor, a key mediator of inflammatory disease. The team used sedimentation velocity analytical ultracentrifugation to investigate drug-target binding in a physiological environment and at clinically-relevant concentrations.

15 May 2017

Study prompts further assessment of tomato extracts’ use in gastric cancer prevention

A new study shows that whole tomato extracts from two different Southern Italy cultivars inhibit gastric cancer cell growth and malignant features, paving the way for future studies aimed at implementing lifestyle habits not only for prevention but potentially as a support to conventional therapies.

15 May 2017

Study findings could pave way for better drugs to fight against parasitic infections

Immune cells, called macrophages, may rely on a compound to signal an attack to beat back attacks from parasitic worms, according to an international team of researchers, including Zissis C. Chroneos, associate professor of pediatrics, and microbiology and immunology at Penn State College of Medicine.

12 May 2017

Scientists discover potential brain imaging predictor for early dementia

University of Toronto and Baycrest Rotman Research Institute (RRI) scientists have discovered a potential brain imaging predictor for dementia, which illustrates that changes to the brain's structure may occur years prior to a diagnosis, even before individuals notice their own memory problems.

12 May 2017

Novel method helps create anticancer nanoclusters without use of additional chemicals

Researchers at Aalto University, Finland, have developed anticancer nanomaterials by simulating the volcano-induced dynamic chemistry of the deep ocean.

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

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

Anisakiasis seen in patients in western countries as popularity of raw fish and seafood dishes increases

The case reports published in the British Medical Journal warns increase of hidden risks in western countries when consuming raw or undercooked fish/seafood due to the growing popularity of dishes such as sushi.

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

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Stem cell treatment helps improve motor functions, nervous system conditions in mice with ALS

Scientists discover simple way to use light for steering killer immune cells toward tumors

Scientists uncover potential strategy to shock and kill HIV virus

European researchers set up new network to boost use of MRI biomarkers in managing kidney disease

New research could lead to earlier diagnosis and better management of inflammatory bowel disease

Study sheds new light on inherent ability of normal cells to prevent cancer at the initial stage

Research findings provide insight into mechanisms underlying differences in efficacy of anti-TNF drugs

Study prompts further assessment of tomato extracts’ use in gastric cancer prevention

Study findings could pave way for better drugs to fight against parasitic infections

Scientists discover potential brain imaging predictor for early dementia

Novel method helps create anticancer nanoclusters without use of additional chemicals

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

Excellence of human olfactory abilities has been overlooked for centuries

Scientists discover free C3d protein that mitigates tumor-induced immunosuppression

Anisakiasis seen in patients in western countries as popularity of raw fish and seafood dishes increases

Study findings may help shed light on cause of systemic sclerosis

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

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

Research findings identify protein as potential new drug target for HCMV infections

Advancing brain microphysiological systems (bMPS)

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