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Next-generation sequencing assay shows accuracy, sensitivity in detecting genetic mutations in tumors

One of the most promising areas of cancer research is personalized therapy using precision medicine. The National Cancer Institute's NCI-MATCH is a large, ongoing clinical trial that matches tumors to therapies based on the tumor's genetic characteristics.

7 Feb 2017

Could we really reverse aging to prolong life?

It's only a matter of time before we can reverse the aging process. It hasn't been already achieved because the human body is extremely complex and does itself a lot of different types of damage.

7 Feb 2017

Scientists find new method for identifying therapeutic targets in cancers lacking tumor suppressor genes

A new method has been found for identifying therapeutic targets in cancers lacking specific key tumor suppressor genes.

7 Feb 2017

Neuroscientists clarify role of controversial immune system protein in Alzheimer's disease

Leading neuroscientists have clarified the role of a controversial immune system protein in Alzheimer's disease, showing it has opposing effects in early and late stages of the disease.

7 Feb 2017

Penn scientists discover clues that could lead novel therapies for preventing heart failure

Of the more than 700,000 Americans who suffer a heart attack each year, about a quarter go on to develop heart failure.

7 Feb 2017

Clinical psychologist examines stress reactions among men and women from subjective, hormonal and neuronal standpoint

Whilst it is true that women and men respond differently to stress, current neuroscientific research only partially confirms traditional gender stereotypes.

7 Feb 2017

New antibody drug shows promising results to prevent or treat HIV

A new biologic agent--the most potent of its kind so far--is showing early promise as part of a potential new strategy for treating HIV. The drug, known as 10-1074, may also offer a new way to prevent viral infection in people who are at high risk to acquire HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

7 Feb 2017

Uterine glands produce several key factors for embryo growth and pregnancies, study shows

The majority of pregnancy losses occur during the first trimester, when biological communication between the embryo and mother is critical for the establishment of the pregnancy.

7 Feb 2017

Researchers identify ion channel required for proper regulation of basal metabolism and body weight

UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified an ion channel required for brain cells to suppress eating behavior in response to the hormone leptin or to the anti-obesity drug lorcaserin.

7 Feb 2017

Scientists identify distinct cells in tumours that inhibit immune response to fight cancer

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre scientists have discovered a distinct cell population in tumours that inhibits the body's immune response to fight cancer.

7 Feb 2017

Brain computer interface holds potential to improve daily lives of people with prosthetic limbs

The use of brain computer interface has the potential to improve the daily lives of people with prosthetic limbs, according to research presented this week at the Association of Academic Physiatrists Annual Meeting in Las Vegas.

7 Feb 2017

Scientists show how immune receptor activated by bacteria contributes to diabetic bladder dysfunction

Bladder dysfunction is a reality for about half of patients with diabetes and now scientists have evidence that an immune system receptor that's more typically activated by bacteria is a major contributor.

7 Feb 2017

TSRI researchers uncover details behind Zika virus's unique ability to cause birth defects

The most frightening aspect of Zika virus has been its ability to produce severe fetal birth defects during pregnancy, especially microcephaly—a small head.

7 Feb 2017

Study could provide novel therapeutic approach for preventing severe jaundice in newborn babies

For many newborn babies, an enzyme that breaks down the molecule bilirubin doesn't activate right away. The resulting bilirubin buildup can lead to jaundice, a typically harmless condition that causes a baby's skin to temporarily appear yellow.

6 Feb 2017

Northwestern Medicine scientists discover retinal cell that may cause myopia

Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered a cell in the retina that may cause myopia when it dysfunctions. The dysfunction may be linked to the amount of time a child spends indoors and away from natural light.

6 Feb 2017

UNC scientists isolate protein that could play role in asthmatics

Researchers at the UNC School of Medicine believe they have isolated a protein that, when missing or depleted, can cause airway constriction, production of mucus, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing for the 334 million people worldwide who suffer from asthma.

6 Feb 2017

Researchers develop ingestible devices that derive long-term power from stomach and small intestine

A research team led by scientists from Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has developed a set of ingestible devices that draw energy from fluids in the stomach and the small intestine, and can provide power for nearly a week.

6 Feb 2017

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Next-generation sequencing assay shows accuracy, sensitivity in detecting genetic mutations in tumors

Could we really reverse aging to prolong life?

Scientists find new method for identifying therapeutic targets in cancers lacking tumor suppressor genes

Neuroscientists clarify role of controversial immune system protein in Alzheimer's disease

Penn scientists discover clues that could lead novel therapies for preventing heart failure

Clinical psychologist examines stress reactions among men and women from subjective, hormonal and neuronal standpoint

New antibody drug shows promising results to prevent or treat HIV

Uterine glands produce several key factors for embryo growth and pregnancies, study shows

Researchers identify ion channel required for proper regulation of basal metabolism and body weight

Scientists identify distinct cells in tumours that inhibit immune response to fight cancer

Brain computer interface holds potential to improve daily lives of people with prosthetic limbs

Scientists show how immune receptor activated by bacteria contributes to diabetic bladder dysfunction

TSRI researchers uncover details behind Zika virus's unique ability to cause birth defects

Study could provide novel therapeutic approach for preventing severe jaundice in newborn babies

Northwestern Medicine scientists discover retinal cell that may cause myopia

UNC scientists isolate protein that could play role in asthmatics

Researchers develop ingestible devices that derive long-term power from stomach and small intestine

Researchers evaluate biological effects of exposure to cigarette smoke versus e-cigarette aerosols

PERK protein could be target for development of new drugs for progressive supranuclear palsy

Highly stressful situations for police officers linked to dysregulation of cortisol pattern

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

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