Science News for June 16, 1998

A New Molecular Marker For Prostate Cancer

Researchers discovered a new molecular marker, p27(Kip1), that can predict prostate cancer tumor progression and guide treatment decisions. Low levels of the protein are associated with increased disease recurrence and mortality.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalJNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute·DateJun 16, 1998

Penn Researchers Invent World's First Device To Rapidly Assess Lung Function

Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania Medical Center have developed a novel mass spectrometry technique, Micropore Membrane Inlet Mass Spectrometry (MMIMS), to quickly and accurately assess lung function. This device can directly measure trace gas tensions in small blood and breath samples.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalShock·DateJun 16, 1998