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Rutgers study discovers that chemical used to detect amyloid plaques increases roundworm lifespan

While many anti-aging drugs don't live up to their claim, a tightly replicated study by Rutgers and a group of researchers from around the country discovered that a chemical used to detect amyloid plaques found in the brains of those with Alzheimer's extended the lifespan of thousands of roundworms similar in molecular form, function and genetics to humans.

10 Mar 2017

Thyroid cancer patients opting for non-intervention face challenging path, study reveals

Patients who choose not to intervene after a diagnosis of thyroid cancer face a challenging path--one that is often defined by a sense of isolation and anxiety, according to a first-of-its-kind study by researchers from The Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice and the Veteran's Administration in White River Junction, Vermont.

10 Mar 2017

Discovery of link between RNA quality control and longevity may shed light on mechanisms behind aging

The vigors of youth and the greener pastures of yesteryears. Some might refer to these and other similar clichés as nothing more than rose-tinted literations of the past; a cognitive side effect of life.

10 Mar 2017

Researchers take important step forward in disabling cancer cells' defences

Recent study out of the University of Ottawa opens door for new disease therapies in cancer, ALS, Fragile X Syndrome and others.

10 Mar 2017

Researchers discover genetic bases of Opitz C syndrome

Opitz C syndrome is a genetic disease that causes severe disabilities in patients and has been diagnosed in three people in the Iberian Peninsula, and sixty people in the world.

10 Mar 2017

New clinical study to test promising diabetes drug in people with MND

A diabetes drug could one day be used to treat neurodegenerative diseases like Motor Neurone Disease (MND), Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

10 Mar 2017

Chronic exposure to childhood bullying may have lifelong health effects

Being bullied during childhood might have lifelong health effects related to chronic stress exposure--including an increased risk for heart disease and diabetes in adulthood, according to a research review in the March/April issue of the Harvard Review of Psychiatry.

10 Mar 2017

Expert hopes to dispel myths behind becoming living kidney donor

It is no secret that the United States —in particular, New York — needs more people to register as living organ donors. According to the National Kidney Foundation, more than 100,000 people in the country are awaiting a kidney transplant.

10 Mar 2017

Stony Brook researchers discover novel metabolic pathway of lipid ceramide involved in cell death

A collaborative Stony Brook University research team has discovered a novel metabolic pathway of the lipid ceramide, which is involved in cell death.

10 Mar 2017

Study sheds new light on poor sleep conditions during Antarctic summer

The continuous daylight conditions of summer in Antarctica are known to interfere with physiological functions such as sleep patterns and the release of melatonin, a hormone associated with circadian rhythms and sleep.

10 Mar 2017

Study shows how socially contagious itching is hardwired in the brain

Some behaviors — yawning and scratching, for example — are socially contagious, meaning if one person does it, others are likely to follow suit. Now, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that socially contagious itching is hardwired in the brain.

10 Mar 2017

Rutgers opens first-episode psychosis outpatient clinic for young adults

Psychotic illness affects approximately 100,000 young people nationwide, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. But until recently, New Jersey had no clinics to help teens or young adults within their first two years of exhibiting symptoms when intervention is likely to be most effective.

10 Mar 2017

Study: Depressed patients with chronic rhinosinusitis more likely to miss days of work or school

Depressed patients with chronic rhinosinusitis are more likely to miss days of work or school than those without depression symptoms, according to the results of a new study led by the Sinus Center at Massachusetts Eye and Ear.

10 Mar 2017

Mite-proof covers may reduce severity of asthma exacerbations in allergic children

Bedcovers that form a barrier to house dust mites appear to reduce asthma flare-ups in children, according to new research published online, ahead of print in the American Thoracic Society's American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine.

From The University of Manchester 10 Mar 2017

Patients more likely to get vaccinations when physicians make appointments, study finds

You're much more likely to get a flu shot if your doctor makes the appointment for you, Rutgers researchers have discovered.

10 Mar 2017

Citric acid in e-liquids may produce significant amounts of respiratory sensitisers in e-cigarette vapour

The use of citric acid in e-liquids needs to be investigated to further understand its potential to form potentially harmful anhydrides in the vapour.

10 Mar 2017

Exercise helps gastrointestinal cancer patients cope better with side effects of chemotherapy

Walking or jogging helps patients with advanced gastrointestinal cancer to cope better with the side effects of chemotherapy.

10 Mar 2017

Excelitas Technologies to showcase X-Cite Fluorescence Illuminators for Microscopy & Analytical Instrumentation at ABRF 2017

Excelitas Technologies® Corp., a global technology leader delivering innovative, customized photonic solutions, will showcase its X-Cite® Fluorescence Illuminators for Microscopy & Analytical Instrumentation at ABRF (Association of Biomolecular Resource Facilities) 2017 in San Diego, CA.

From Excelitas Technologies 10 Mar 2017

PENTAX Medical to support distribution of SMART's G-EYE technology across the EMEA market

PENTAX Medical EMEA announces its continued cooperation with SMART Medical to support the distribution and deployment of SMART’s G-EYE® technology integrated with PENTAX Medical’s HD+ systems to the EMEA market.

From PENTAX Medical Company 10 Mar 2017

New website for quick access to product information launched by Integra

INTEGRA has launched a new responsive website which ensures visitors automatically enjoy a perfectly formatted surfing experience be it viewed from a desktop, tablet or mobile.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 10 Mar 2017

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Rutgers study discovers that chemical used to detect amyloid plaques increases roundworm lifespan

Thyroid cancer patients opting for non-intervention face challenging path, study reveals

Discovery of link between RNA quality control and longevity may shed light on mechanisms behind aging

Researchers take important step forward in disabling cancer cells' defences

Researchers discover genetic bases of Opitz C syndrome

New clinical study to test promising diabetes drug in people with MND

Chronic exposure to childhood bullying may have lifelong health effects

Expert hopes to dispel myths behind becoming living kidney donor

Stony Brook researchers discover novel metabolic pathway of lipid ceramide involved in cell death

Study sheds new light on poor sleep conditions during Antarctic summer

Study shows how socially contagious itching is hardwired in the brain

Rutgers opens first-episode psychosis outpatient clinic for young adults

Study: Depressed patients with chronic rhinosinusitis more likely to miss days of work or school

Mite-proof covers may reduce severity of asthma exacerbations in allergic children

Patients more likely to get vaccinations when physicians make appointments, study finds

Citric acid in e-liquids may produce significant amounts of respiratory sensitisers in e-cigarette vapour

Exercise helps gastrointestinal cancer patients cope better with side effects of chemotherapy

Excelitas Technologies to showcase X-Cite Fluorescence Illuminators for Microscopy & Analytical Instrumentation at ABRF 2017

PENTAX Medical to support distribution of SMART's G-EYE technology across the EMEA market

New website for quick access to product information launched by Integra

Lab Matters host Harriet Gould on building a more connected lab community

The Critical Role of Sample Storage in Drug Discovery and Development

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

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