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BrightSurf.com Science News Headlines November 2005
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November 30, 2005
New peptide antibiotic isolated from American oyster
Study hints at role of stem cell genes in testicular, breast cancers
New antibody shows promise as cure for anthrax
Less-invasive ultrafiltration device may be practical alternative to diuretics
Emergency bypass surgery on angioplasty patients drops 90 percent
UF, Columbia scientists closer to new cancer detection method
MicroRNAs have shaped the evolution of the majority of mammalian genes
AAAAI, ACAAI identify new recommendations for sinusitis diagnosis and management
UQ scientists break new ground in fight against infection & chronic disease
Antibacterial coatings cut infection rates
Magnetorheological fluids set to revolutionise dynamic vehicle suspension systems
Nanoparticle synthesis allows particle size and shape to be tailored to end applications
Center calls for stronger federal regulation of genetic testing
Can healthcare systems afford Herceptin for early breast cancer?
New Cell Transplantation Technique Restores Insulin Production in Diabetics
HRCT Reveals Asthmatic Risk Long After Cat Allergen Exposure
MR-Guided Laser Effective in Treating Liver Tumors
Poor health, poverty and minority status are major factors in depression
November 29, 2005
UCSD Research May Lead to Targeted Treatment for Asthma Sufferers
Cellular molecule spurs growth of prostate cancer
New blood test may improve risk assessment for ischemic stroke in middle aged adults
Researcher solve one mystery of high-temperature superconductors
First human tests of antidepressant bupropion as methamphetamine addiction treatment hold promise
Over-the-Counter Arthritis Drug Glucosamine Might Also Help Against MS
Shade trees getting 'scorched' by plant disease
U of MN study shows nicotine vaccine has promise for helping smokers quit
Agriculture of Conservation proves to be best for cereal crops in Navarre
Agricultural workers at increased risk for infection with animal flu viruses
Earth-Moon observations from Venus Express
DNA barcodes put to the test
New research targets treatment for dementia and brain injuries
Yale engineers make standardized bulk synthesis of nanowires possible
November 28, 2005
Brain structure associated with fear inhibition also may influence personality
HIV inserts into human genome using a DNA-associated protein
Grabbing addiction by the tail
Problem of emerging infectious diseases likely to worsen
Swimming with dolphins can alleviate depression
Silenced gene in worm shows role in regeneration
Zinc Supplements Safe for HIV-Infected Children
Electrons 'tunnel' through water molecules between nestled proteins
Global warming doubles rate of ocean rise
Nanotube foams flex and rebound with super compressibility
New ice cores expand view of climate history
New vaccine platform may fight infections with causes from influenza to bioterrorism
U.S. Swine Workers at Increased Risk of Infection with Swine Influenza Virus
UK e-Science project discovers new knowledge about earthquakes
Einstein's dark energy accelerates the universe
Normal chromosome ends elicit a limited DNA damage response
Clinical trial supports better treatment for lupus nephritis
Scientists use new techniques to narrow down impact of global warming on specific regions
Stanford study of sea squirt provides clue to human immune system
Major study links chronic noise exposure to risk of heart attacks
Student scientists create living bacterial photographs
Inside a quantum dot: Tracking electrons at trillionths of a second
First ever study to investigate impact of chronic wasting disease on humans
Obtaining high performance coatings through simple latex film simulations
Avian flu in perspective
November 17, 2005
New collaboration on rice DNA variation study
Jefferson and Delaware researchers combine tiny nanotubes and antibodies to detect cancer
New gene silencing therapy for cervical cancer
International multi-center study confirms value of blood test to diagnose heart failure
Nanoparticles, nanoshells, nanotubes: How tiny specks may provide powerful tools against cancer
Climate models help scientists understand global shifts in water availability
Amateur Finds Prehistoric Lizard
UCLA scientists report promising new molecular approach to fighting schizophrenia
Ozone levels may raise risk of underweight births
Exercise linked to reduced breast cancer risk
Novel protein complex enables survival in hostile environment
Integral reveals new class of 'supergiant' X-ray binary stars
Mice models developed at UCSD to benefit patients with multiple system atrophy
Global signaling study suggests cancer link to protein promiscuity
Scientists use stem cells to grow cartilage
Cholesterol treatment, including statins, may slow Alzheimer's disease progression
Illegal drug use could account for 1 million visits a year to emergency care in England
MabThera - A unique approach providing lasting benefits for patients with rheumatoid arthritis
UC Davis researchers discover genetic switch involved in cells' response to radiation therapy
A fast diagnosis for bacterial meningitis
Jefferson Researchers Find Drug May Give Some Cardiac Protection 24 Hours After Heart Attack
Zooming in on the protein-conducting channel
November 16, 2005
UC Davis researchers shed new light on how chemotherapy-induced leukemia develops
Study uncovers potential biomarker for lupus atherosclerosis
Sperm stem cells closer to being like embryonic stem cells
The dangerous legacy of lead
Patients regain cognitive function after radiation for brain tumors
Brain activity related to processing faces is similar in people with, without autism
New study shows chiropractic is cost-effective in treating chronic back pain
Protein marker associated with positive outcome in invasive breast cancer
UCSB researchers develop hybrid silicon evanescent laser
Jefferson researchers find lack of protein in obese people is risk factor for kidney, heart disease
Low-carb diet better than low-fat diet at improving metabolic syndrome
Women less likely to receive heart device therapy but survive with it longer than men
A meaty, salty, starchy diet may impact chronic lung disease
Heart care lacking for those with clogged leg blood vessels
Kidney failure, hypertension in children, topics of findings from nephrologists at Texas Children's Hospital
Restricting diet may reverse early-stage Parkinson's disease
Protein Plays Critical Role in Heart Failure in Both the Heart and Adrenal Gland
Hopkins study may change rules for treating heart failure
Drug compound restores youth to aging arterial cells in elderly hypertensives, Hopkins study shows
Innovative research set to push boundaries of cancer care
Studies throw light on biomarkers which predict the subsets of patients where gefitinib has the greatest benefit
Two genetic traits giving Africans malaria protection lose effectiveness when they occur together
November 15, 2005
Stengthening the glow of nanotube luminescence
UCLA researchers observe how the immune system recognizes and responds to cancer
Jefferson researchers find nanoparticle shows promise in reducing radiation side effects
COPAXONE® may repair nerve damage in Multiple Sclerosis patients
New antibody profiling technique to test for lung cancer
Clues to the progression of Alzheimer's disease revealed in brain imaging studies
Early results using therapeutic pancreatic cancer vaccine show promise
Model identifies genes that induce normal skin cells to become abnormal
Innovative nanomaterials processing points to advances in semiconductor optoelectronics
Womb needed for proper brain development
Rapidly accelerating glaciers may increase how fast the sea level rises
Rheumatic disease increases risks in pregnancy, Stanford study finds
Researchers approach quantum limit in third-order nonlinear light-light interaction
Breakdown of myelin insulation in brain's wiring implicated in childhood developmental disorders
Brain memory area modifies its wiring diagram during the female cycle
Implantable pumps extend lives of patients too sick for transplant
Team led by Carnegie Mellon University scientist finds first evidence of a living memory trace
Promising advance in breast cancer research
Students with disabilities encourage others to continue learning
November 14, 2005
Multilateral initiative on malaria seeks international effort
One reason to test premature babies early: Results provide clues to later cognitive development
Heart mapping technique safely guides catheter repair of arrhythmia
Pretreating vein graft does not help prevent graft failure in coronary artery bypass surgery
Mayo researchers lead team that discovers role of dendritic cells in childhood autoimmune disease
Drug not effective in preventing bypass vein clogging
Gene variants predict heart muscle damage after cardiac surgery
Most NSAIDs raise risk of death after heart attack
Ketogenic diet prevents seizures by enhancing brain energy production, increasing neuron stability
Cord blood cells may widen treatment window for stroke
Light exercise a tonic to keep the brain young
Tuberculosis Still a Risk for Patients Receiving HIV Drugs
New 'eye movement' test may help treat fetal alcohol syndrome
Positive study results for methylphenidate transdermal system
Research helps identify precursors to foot disease in diabetes patients
MIT researcher presents new view of how the cortex forms
Jupiter's massive winds likely generated from deep inside its interior, scientists report
Global warming dramatically changed ancient forests
Meditation associated with increased grey matter in the brain
Rapid warming caused vegetation changes
Mayo Clinic Cancer Center finds better predictors for outcomes after radical prostatectomy
Clinical study on heart failure to use cholesterol-lowering statin
November 10, 2005
Hopkins study finds no 'cognitive decline' after use of heart-lung machine during bypass surgery
Abalones along Pacific coast may owe their huge, dinner-plate size to sea otters
New screening test proves earlier, more accurate predictor for Down syndrome
Alzheimer's disease onset tied to lapses in attention, study suggests
STEREO spacecraft arrives at NASA Goddard for final testing
Red kiwi poised to make a healthy debut
A resetting signal keeps circadian rhythm on track in Drosophila fruit flies
Venus Express en route to probe the planet's hidden mysteries
Vaccine for follicular lymphoma
Organised wind chaos on Jupiter
Unexpected function for a key regulator of blood glucose levels
Sleep apnea and risk for stroke and death
Fc gamma receptor gene variants associated with rheumatoid arthritis
UCLA discovery will aid in treatment of patients with a deadly brain cancer
First few seconds of earthquake rupture provides data for distant shake warnings
Einstein's relativity theory proven with the 'lead' of a pencil
Genetic analysis of glioblastoma brain tumors can aid in treatment decisions, study shows
Johns Hopkins flu expert calls for mandatory vaccination of health care workers
November 09, 2005
Bird calls may have meaning
ADDERALL XR significantly improves driving performance, attention in young adults with ADHD
Water vapor feedback is rapidly warming Europe
Children of bipolar parents score higher on creativity test, Stanford study finds
Minimally invasive surgery may increase options for octogenarians with some lung cancers
Hepatitis B accounts for 40 percent of 'missing' Asian women
Robotic assembly of fuel cells could hasten hydrogen economy
Phenolic compounds may explain Mediterranean diet benefits
Finding superconductors that can take the heat
Software fills in missing data on satellite images
How do massive stars form?
Clinical decision system helps reduce inappropriate antimicrobial prescribing
Vitamin D status appears more important than high calcium intake for maintaining calcium metabolism
Children overprescribed antibiotics for sore throat
No link found between caffeine intake and development of hypertension in women
Light-induced hormone surge points to benefits of light therapy
How protein-rich diets curb hunger
Super high temperature, high wear SiAlON coatings made using innovative production methods
Bronzes show promise for use as cathodes in lithium batteries
Penn researchers utilize MRI for early diagnosis of schizophrenia
Common viruses may cause cancer
November 08, 2005
Researchers discover new form of cancer gene regulation
Sleeping sickness parasite shows how cells divide their insides
Avoid the hookah and save your teeth
RNA splicing occurs in nerve-cell dendrites
Markers found for bacterial vaginosis
MIT closes in on bionic speed
Aspirin & similar drugs may cut risk of esophageal cancer in people with Barrett's esophagus
Bacterium present in eyes with 'wet' age-related macular degeneration
Brainstem blocks pain to protect key behaviors
Worm parasite may hold clues in bid for illness and allergy cures
Seal rookeries could provide a reliable food source for endangered California condors, study finds
Resetting epigenetic code could aid lupus patients
'New' science gleans knowledge from ancient lands and societies
Small-bowel obstruction
The case for pneumococcal vaccination of infants
Anxiety disorders increase risk of suicidal thoughts and attempts
Medication shows promise in the treatment of hyperactivity associated with autism-related disorders
A commonly prescribed drug reverses learning and attention deficits in a mouse model of the genetic disorder Neurofibromatosis type I
Change in neurons' responsiveness marks newly formed sensory associations during learning
Health of Acehnese reefs in the wake of the tsunami shows human impacts more harmful
Inherent vascular repair key to atherosclerosis
November 07, 2005
Study highlights the ramifications of medical misdiagnosis
Study finds low birth weight rates vary widely across US
Mutations in the BRAF gene predict sensitivity to a novel class of cancer drugs
Workers on daily probiotics less likely to take time off sick
UCSF surgeon develops new spinal surgery technique
Penn researchers study the use of ultrasound for treatment of cancer
Reflecting on personal values offers protection from effects of stress, UCLA psychologists report
Genetics used to prove linguistic theories
The spread of our species
Duke engineers developing ultrasound devices combining 3-D imaging with therapeutic heating
Study broadens understanding of enzymes linked to tumor promoting molecule
Smart buildings to guide future first responders
ERS altimeter survey shows growth of Greenland Ice Sheet interior
Tool tackles translucence and other color challenges
Contradictory immune responses explain different therapeutic effects in rheumatoid arthritis
Elimination of organic waste from water
Western states to host first test of carbon sequestration in lava rock
Canola oil may soon burn in engines rather than frying pans
November 04, 2005
Obesity measure should be redefined to accurately assess heart attack risk
Solving the mystery of the Tibetan Plateau
New study uncovers major inaccuracies in global wildlife trade monitoring
Gene expression profile helps predict chemotherapy response in ovarian cancer patients
Wild birds help to create human flu vaccine
Odd energy mechanism in bacteria analyzed
Compound in wine reduces levels of Alzheimer's disease-causing peptides
Anti-aging hormone reduces reactive oxygen species
Doctors advised to plan their response to flu pandemic
Headlines about Herceptin show equality of access to costly drugs must be tackled
Dyslexia: risk gene is identified
Carbon nanotube membranes allow super-fast fluid flow
Technique offers new view of dynamic biological landscape
Scientists show how thinking can harm brain cells
Expert dispels bird flu paranoia
UCR environmental scientists propose chemical solution to cleaning California's Salton Sea
New ECCO 13 studies probe impact of haematological cancer therapy on future fertility
Sunitinib prolongs survival in GIST patients after imatinib mesylate failure
Tryptophan no turkey in boosting immune system, Stanford study shows
Twin molecular scissors link creation of microRNAs with gene-silencing
New and sharper X-rays of cell's ribosome could lead to better antibiotics
Disease-causing protein protects against nerve damage in Parkinson's disease
New findings help explain how brain pathways control body weight
The dynamic personalities of proteins reveal key traits
November 03, 2005
Survey finds family conversation key to organ donation
Ultrasound - a diagnostic tool for space, sports and more
Shortness of breath without chest pain can signify the presence of high risk heart disease
Venus mission will hold surprises says U. of Colorado planetary scientist
Fatty Liver a Possible Risk for Hypertension
Gemcitabine and capecitabine improved overall survival in patients with advanced pancreatic cancer
Mars Express PFS spectrometer back at work
'Good' bacteria could save patients from infection infection by deadlier ones
New European legislation impacts on both cancer trials and drug approval
Calls for improved screening of colorectal cancer in Europe's aging population at ECCO 13
Drug developed at UC Davis may prevent breast cancer, treat post-menopausal vaginal atrophy
Explaining why the Millennium Bridge wobbled
Proteins take on new roles in malaria parasite
Vitamin D, taxotere combination extends the lives of men with advanced prostate cancer
Study identifies several new bacterial species associated with common infection in women
Mayo Clinic finds chronic cough patients report a miserable existence
Researchers develop new method to help find deadly malaria parasite's Achilles heel
Studies find no evidence that estrogens in soy increase uterine cancer risk
Mayo Clinic: Sinusitis is common yet often overlooked cause of chronic cough
Infectious disease doctors respond to President Bush's strategy on pandemic influenza
New screen-and-treat methods for cervical cancer significantly reduce cancer precursor lesions
Study shows that dialysis patients often have close family members also on dialysis
November 02, 2005
Alternative tobacco products: A better, safer option for smokers?
Focus on lung cancer: How to prevent and treat it
Modeling of long-term fossil fuel consumption shows 14.5 degree hike in temperature
Successful tests of new treatments in mice for eye disease causing irreversible blindness in humans
Travelers can avoid jet lag by resetting their body clocks
Study shows escalating climate change impacts
New therapeutic target identified in inherited brain tumor disorder
New discoveries about neuron plasticity linked to learning and memory
Combination microbicides protect monkeys against HIV-like virus
ECCO 13-Chernobyl legacy sheds light on link between thyroid cancer and radiation exposure
Targeted drug delivery achieved with nanoparticle-aptamer bioconjugates
Research unveils new, reliable approach to drug delivery for cancer patients
Neurological disease raises risk of complications from flu
High doses of ibuprofen cause significant GI bleeding, despite safety profile
Researchers use 'trickery' to create immune response against melanoma
Children with neurological and neuromuscular diseases at risk for flu-related respiratory failure
Single-visit program for cervical cancer screening increases rate of follow-up, treatment
Lung cancer survival better in women
Smokers misinformed about smoking's link to cancer
Primrose oil component cuts levels of cancer-causing gene Her-2/neu
Fatherhood possible for many testicular cancer survivors, study finds
Vitamin D compounds show promise for prevention of prostate cancer
New strides being made in chemoprevention
Lung-sparing treatment for cancer proving effective
November 01, 2005
Protein suppresses prostate cancer, enhances effects of vitamin E
Key mechanism found that promotes spread of malignant melanoma
Negative body image: New treatment study
Mathematicians get a handle on centuries old shape
NJIT physicist sees terahertz imaging as ultimate defense against terrorism
Clinical trials with immunotherapy for breast and colorectal cancer
Lightning research sparks new discovery
Scientists gain new insights into 'frozen' methane beneath ocean floor
An existing diuretic may suppress seizures in newborns
A novel model to pinpoint human androgen receptor targets developed
Study uses stream fish as indicators of water quality
Methane found in desert soils bolsters theories that life could exist on Mars
Metal-containing compounds show promise as HIV weapon
Reagent under study as cancer vaccine may also help protect tumors
Updated data on novel HPV vaccine confirms efficacy in large population
Physicists offer new approach to studying antimatter
Gene therapy improves gemcitabine effects in experimental glioma model
New mechanical heart implanted at the MUHC
Bid to boost uptake of bowel cancer screening amongst Scots men
Could plain soap and probiotics beat hospital bugs?
Clinical trial in China to test whether early blood pressure reduction improves stroke outcomes
Nanomanufacturing: Systematic study of nanostructure growth yields production 'road map'
Rainforest conservation worth the cost, University of Alberta shows
New imaging method shows early in treatment if brain cancer therapy is effective
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