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Study identifies several barriers to routine HIV testing in the UK and U.S.

A new HIV Medicine study identified several barriers to routine HIV testing in emergency departments and acute medical units in the UK and US.

23 Nov 2017

Penn neuroscientists develop first whole-brain map of electrical connectivity key to memory processing

A team of neuroscientists at the University of Pennsylvania has constructed the first whole-brain map of electrical connectivity in the brain based on data from nearly 300 neurosurgical patients with electrodes implanted directly on the brain.

23 Nov 2017

Saving and erasure of memories depends on subtle brain signals, TSRI scientists find

The fragrance of hot pumpkin pie can bring back pleasant memories of holidays past, while the scent of an antiseptic hospital room may cause a shudder. The power of odors to activate memories both pleasing and aversive exists in many animals, from humans to the humble fruit fly.

23 Nov 2017

Study identifies signaling pathway essential for growth of new blood vessels

A new study led by researchers at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute (SBP) identifies a signaling pathway that is essential for angiogenesis, the growth of new blood vessels from pre-existing vessels.

23 Nov 2017

Tiny robots could pave way for treating illness in hard-to-reach areas of the body

Tiny remotely operated robots could be designed to diagnose and treat illness in hard-to-reach areas of the human body, research suggests.

23 Nov 2017

Low levels of miR-29 could reduce susceptibility to cardiac fibrosis

Cardiac fibrosis involves an increase of connective tissue in the cardiac muscle, causing a loss of function. A team of researchers at the Technical University of Munich has now discovered that microRNA 29 (miR-29) plays an important role in the formation of tissue fibrosis.

23 Nov 2017

Bacteria in the intestine can play important pacemaker role in peristalsis

Spontaneous contractions of the digestive tract play an important role in almost all animals, and ensure healthy bowel functions. From simple invertebrates to humans, there are consistently similar patterns of movement, through which rhythmic contractions of the muscles facilitate the transport and mixing of the bowel contents.

23 Nov 2017

Study highlights need to improve quality of cardiovascular care for HIV-positive adults

People with both HIV and risk factors for heart disease and stroke were less likely to be treated with cholesterol-lowering statin drugs and aspirin than patients without HIV. The researchers believe this to be the first national study comparing statin use in patients with and without HIV and the first extensive analysis using U.S. data.

23 Nov 2017

Leishmania adaptation to environmental changes results from frequent chromosomal amplifications

Leishmaniasis is an important human and veterinary disease caused by Leishmania parasites that affect 12 million people in over 98 endemic countries. The disease is now emerging in Europe due to climate change and massive population displacement.

23 Nov 2017

Amazon Filters offers SupaPore H0P filters for fermentation applications

SupaPore H0P filters from Amazon Filters have been specifically designed for venting applications on tanks and vessels and for the filtration of inlet gas and off-gas in fermentation applications.

From Amazon Filters Ltd. 23 Nov 2017

Chromatrap introduces easy-to-use range of DNA kits for molecular biology applications

Chromatrap, a leading developer of cutting-edge life science products, has launched an affordable, easy-to-use range of DNA kits for routine molecular biology applications.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 23 Nov 2017

New study shows how SNO reaction may contribute to Parkinson's disease

A new study from The Scripps Research Institute is the first to show precisely how a process in nerve cells called the S-nitrosylation (SNO) reaction- which can be caused by aging, pesticides and pollution- may contribute to Parkinson's disease.

22 Nov 2017

SITC releases first consensus recommendations on managing immunotherapy side effects

The first consensus recommendations on recognition and clinical management of immune-related side effects from cancer immunotherapy are published today in the Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer.

22 Nov 2017

People who use indoor firing ranges at risk of lead poisoning

Indoor firing ranges may put hobby shooters, law enforcement officers and employees at risk from lead exposure, particularly if proper dust-control measures are not in place.

22 Nov 2017

Researchers question exclusion of people with prior cancer history from clinical trials

A quarter of newly diagnosed cancer patients 65 or older are survivors who had a prior cancer – often preventing them from participating in clinical trials, researchers from UT Southwestern's Simmons Cancer Center have found.

22 Nov 2017

Palliative care services help cancer patients

A cancer diagnosis is frightening and often impacts patients on both a physical and an emotional level. It can actually lead to symptoms such as pain, nausea, anxiety and depression.

22 Nov 2017

Metabolites significantly affected in chronic kidney disease, study finds

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 1 in 7 people in the United States, according to the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases.

22 Nov 2017

FDA approves first medical device system that can make adjustments to implanted lens after cataract surgery

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the RxSight Inc. Light Adjustable Lens and Light Delivery Device, the first medical device system that can make small adjustments to the artificial lens' power after cataract surgery so that the patient will have better vision when not using glasses.

22 Nov 2017

Food-related cues can nudge people to overeat, study suggests

The mouth-watering aroma of juicy burgers and crispy fries, and the eye-catching menu signs with delicious food pictures can tempt many hungry patrons to stop at fast-food restaurants.

22 Nov 2017

Small protein modification can trigger invasive properties of prostate cancer cells, research finds

A small protein modification can trigger the aggressive migratory and invasive properties of prostate cancer cells, according to new research published on the cover of Oncotarget. The findings give greater insight into how cancers can move from one location in the body to another, and could help develop more effective therapies in the future.

22 Nov 2017

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Study identifies several barriers to routine HIV testing in the UK and U.S.

Penn neuroscientists develop first whole-brain map of electrical connectivity key to memory processing

Saving and erasure of memories depends on subtle brain signals, TSRI scientists find

Study identifies signaling pathway essential for growth of new blood vessels

Tiny robots could pave way for treating illness in hard-to-reach areas of the body

Low levels of miR-29 could reduce susceptibility to cardiac fibrosis

Bacteria in the intestine can play important pacemaker role in peristalsis

Study highlights need to improve quality of cardiovascular care for HIV-positive adults

Leishmania adaptation to environmental changes results from frequent chromosomal amplifications

Amazon Filters offers SupaPore H0P filters for fermentation applications

Chromatrap introduces easy-to-use range of DNA kits for molecular biology applications

New study shows how SNO reaction may contribute to Parkinson's disease

SITC releases first consensus recommendations on managing immunotherapy side effects

People who use indoor firing ranges at risk of lead poisoning

Researchers question exclusion of people with prior cancer history from clinical trials

Palliative care services help cancer patients

Metabolites significantly affected in chronic kidney disease, study finds

FDA approves first medical device system that can make adjustments to implanted lens after cataract surgery

Food-related cues can nudge people to overeat, study suggests

Small protein modification can trigger invasive properties of prostate cancer cells, research finds

How real-time off-gas analysis improves fermentation process control

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