A recent study by Johns Hopkins Medicine reveals that many patients undergoing gene testing for cancer susceptibility are not adequately informed about the test's benefits and limitations. The survey found that only 19% of patients received genetic counseling prior to testing, and 17% provided written informed consent.
Research shows music can decrease cardiovascular stress and improve coping abilities for patients undergoing ambulatory surgery. Music-listening patients reported lower stress levels and better coping mechanisms than those who did not listen to music.
A groundbreaking study has identified a gene responsible for primary congenital glaucoma, a condition affecting 1 in 2,000 to 1 in 10,000 births. The discovery holds promise for early diagnosis and treatment, potentially preventing blindness, with the potential to be applied to adult-onset primary open angle glaucoma.
Researchers have developed a prototype drug pump that can monitor its own flow rate, ensuring steady stream of medicine and enabling diabetics to manage their condition more effectively. The device is made on a single silicon wafer and uses a titanium-nickel alloy to flex and regulate fluid flow.
The pilot program, developed by Sandia, has reduced vandalism by over 75%, vehicle theft by more than 80% and truancy by 30%. A combination of ID cards, surveillance cameras, and security technologies have helped make the school safer for students and staff.
The FAA and NCAR are working together to develop a new turbulence detection and warning system for the Juneau Airport, which could potentially prevent crashes and injuries. The system uses real-time data from sensors and computer monitors in the control tower to display information on choppy winds and turbulence.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have identified a protein called GRIP that clusters neurotransmitter receptors together on brain cells, enabling faster and stronger communication between nerve cells. This discovery has the potential to play a role in learning and memory.