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Acidity sensor helps to estimate dynamics of insulin production

Many human metabolic functions only run smoothly if the acid level in the body remains neutral and stable. For humans, normal blood pH values lie between 7.35 and 7.45. By way of comparison, an empty stomach is extremely acidic, with a pH value of 1.5.

12 Aug 2014

Bioengineers create 3D brain-like tissue to study chemical and electrical changes

Bioengineers have created three-dimensional brain-like tissue that functions like and has structural features similar to tissue in the rat brain and that can be kept alive in the lab for more than two months.

12 Aug 2014

Experts examine how molecule in parasitic worms can effectively treat autoimmune diseases

Experts believe a molecule in parasitic worms could help explain why worm infections can effectively treat a range of autoimmune diseases, including multiple sclerosis, psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.

12 Aug 2014

Study provides new insight into neuroprotective effects of Asiaticoside

In the central nervous system, Asiaticoside has been shown to attenuate in vitro neuronal damage caused by exposure to β-amyloid.

12 Aug 2014

Synthetic protein could improve diagnosis and treatment of male infertility

Queen's University researcher Richard Oko and his co-investigators have come up with a promising method of treating male infertility using a synthetic version of the sperm-originated protein known as PAWP.

12 Aug 2014

Research sheds light on role of hepatic mTORC1 in whole body physiology

The protein mTOR is a central controller of growth and metabolism. Deregulation of mTOR signaling increases the risk of developing metabolic diseases such as diabetes, obesity and cancer.

12 Aug 2014

Injecting vaccine-like compound into mice effective in protecting from malaria

A study led by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health researchers found that injecting a vaccine-like compound into mice was effective in protecting them from malaria.

12 Aug 2014

New approach to knocking out parasite's genes

Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that causes malaria, has proven notoriously resistant to scientists' efforts to study its genetics.

12 Aug 2014

Researchers discover how immunosensory system attacks viruses on a molecular level

Our immunosensory system detects virus such as influenza via specific characteristics of viral ribonucleic acid. Previously, it was unclear how the immune system prevents viruses from simply donning molecular camouflage in order to escape detection.

11 Aug 2014

CRI researchers identify gene linked to several childhood cancers

Researchers at the Children-s Medical Center Research Institute at UT Southwestern have identified a gene that contributes to the development of several childhood cancers, in a study conducted with mice designed to model the cancers.

11 Aug 2014

GW researcher awarded grant to develop a model system to study PN infection

According to a recent World Health Organization report of the leading causes of death worldwide, one-third of all deaths are due to infectious and parasitic diseases. There are currently no vaccines for parasitic nematode (PN), or worm infections in humans, and development of new drugs and vaccines will stall until researchers have a better understanding of PN biology.

11 Aug 2014

Exposure of pregnant women and fetuses to antibacterial compounds leads to health risk

As the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mulls over whether to rein in the use of common antibacterial compounds that are causing growing concern among environmental health experts, scientists are reporting today that many pregnant women and their fetuses are being exposed to these substances.

11 Aug 2014

Frequent marijuana use can have negative effect on brains of teenagers

Frequent marijuana use can have a significant negative effect on the brains of teenagers and young adults, including cognitive decline, poor attention and memory, and decreased IQ, according to psychologists discussing public health implications of marijuana legalization at the American Psychological Association's 122nd Annual Convention.

11 Aug 2014

Scientists discover gene that plays vital role in blood vessel formation

Scientists from the University of Leeds have discovered a gene that plays a vital role in blood vessel formation, research which adds to our knowledge of how early life develops.

11 Aug 2014

Researchers discover cardiac molecule that could provide key to treating, preventing heart failure

Researchers have discovered a previously unknown cardiac molecule that could provide a key to treating, and preventing, heart failure.

11 Aug 2014

New nanosheets can cling to body's most difficult-to-protect contours and keep bacteria at bay

Wrapping wound dressings around fingers and toes can be tricky, but for burn victims, guarding them against infection is critical.

11 Aug 2014

Isoform: New protein offers novel therapeutic approach for patients with DMD

Scientists have discovered a new form of dystrophin, a protein critical to normal muscle function, and identified the genetic mechanism responsible for its production.

11 Aug 2014

Study reveals stem cell therapy as a new potential avenue of treatment for stroke

A stroke therapy using stem cells extracted from patients' bone marrow has shown promising results in the first trial of its kind in humans.

9 Aug 2014

Scientists find new clues to early detection, personalised treatment of ovarian cancer

Scientists at A*STAR's Institute of Medical Biology and the Bioinformatics Institute have found new clues to early detection and personalised treatment of ovarian cancer, currently one of the most difficult cancers to diagnose early due to the lack of symptoms that are unique to the illness.

9 Aug 2014

Researchers awarded $3.3 million NIH grant to study role of genetics in protecting against frailty

Frailty is a common condition associated with old age, characterized by weight loss, weakness, decreased activity level and reduced mobility, which together increase the risk of injury and death. Yet, not all elderly people become frail; some remain vigorous and robust well into old-age.

8 Aug 2014

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Acidity sensor helps to estimate dynamics of insulin production

Bioengineers create 3D brain-like tissue to study chemical and electrical changes

Experts examine how molecule in parasitic worms can effectively treat autoimmune diseases

Study provides new insight into neuroprotective effects of Asiaticoside

Synthetic protein could improve diagnosis and treatment of male infertility

Research sheds light on role of hepatic mTORC1 in whole body physiology

Injecting vaccine-like compound into mice effective in protecting from malaria

New approach to knocking out parasite's genes

Researchers discover how immunosensory system attacks viruses on a molecular level

CRI researchers identify gene linked to several childhood cancers

GW researcher awarded grant to develop a model system to study PN infection

Exposure of pregnant women and fetuses to antibacterial compounds leads to health risk

Frequent marijuana use can have negative effect on brains of teenagers

Scientists discover gene that plays vital role in blood vessel formation

Researchers discover cardiac molecule that could provide key to treating, preventing heart failure

New nanosheets can cling to body's most difficult-to-protect contours and keep bacteria at bay

Isoform: New protein offers novel therapeutic approach for patients with DMD

Study reveals stem cell therapy as a new potential avenue of treatment for stroke

Scientists find new clues to early detection, personalised treatment of ovarian cancer

Researchers awarded $3.3 million NIH grant to study role of genetics in protecting against frailty

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Synthetic Psychedelics: A Growing Public Health Concern

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