The NIH team identified the MEN1 gene, a tumor suppressor gene that inhibits abnormal cell growth. This discovery enables easier screening for families at risk of MEN1 and provides a target for designing drugs to prevent or treat endocrine tumors.
Researchers found an unexpected orientation in space, measured through light polarization from distant galaxies. The 'corkscrew effect' indicates a universal axis that orients the universe.
A University of North Carolina study found that most NC police officers think the state law restricting tobacco sales to adults only should be changed due to its ineffectiveness in preventing youth access. Only a small percentage of officers try to enforce the law, citing barriers such as lack of manpower and poorly written legislation.
Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology have isolated massive gold-cluster molecules with exceptional quantum properties. The gold cluster materials can be used in single-electronics and exhibit charge-quantization effects, offering a breakthrough for nanoelectronic applications.
Researchers from Emory University and CDC report high rates of microbial resistance to antibiotics in intensive care unit (ICU) hospital settings. The study found that pathogens isolated from ICUs were most resistant to treatment, while those from outpatients were least resistant.
Researchers have developed microporous ceramic materials that can remove extremely fine particles from indoor air and water. These materials offer a durable, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional technologies, such as incineration.
A Duke University study found that short, vigorous workouts can temporarily reduce symptoms of depression by up to 82% in participants over 50. The results also showed an increase in feelings of vigor after the test.
A recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products can significantly lower blood pressure. Among participants with high-normal or stage 1-mild hypertension, the DASH combination diet reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure by an average of 3.5 m...
University at Buffalo chemists have developed a new method to generate coatings for electronic devices, eliminating toxic precursors and enabling the creation of unique materials with photonics applications. The technique uses high temperatures and quenching to produce uniform films without fail.
Patients prefer bedside discussions by physicians and medical students over conference room presentations, finding them more comfortable and attended to. More educated patients were more likely to understand their treatment plans and express satisfaction with care.
A new experimental vaccine has been developed to block viral entry in cattle, which may have implications for the development of vaccines against human herpes viruses. The vaccine stimulates the animal's immune system to make antibodies that line the nasal passages and block the virus from entering the animal.