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Science News for October 22, 1998


Life-Saving Discrepancy: Study Shows Effectiveness Of Mismatched Bone Marrow Transplants

A study by Weizmann Institute of Science and Perugia University in Italy has found that mismatched bone marrow transplants can be as effective as fully matched transplants, overcoming key obstacles such as graft failure and immunological reaction. The method, which uses extremely large doses of donor marrow, has raised hopes for increa...

SourceAmerican Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateOct 22, 1998

Scientists Sequence Chlamydia Trachomatis Genome

The completed sequencing project provides crucial information on chlamydial infection, the most prevalent STD in the US. The sequenced genome has revealed surface proteins and unique biochemical pathways for developing antibiotics and vaccines against Chlamydia trachomatis.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases·JournalScience·DateOct 22, 1998

Researchers Identify Risk Factors For Infants Most Likely To Be Homicide Victims

Researchers identified risk factors for infant homicide victims, including second or later birth order and mother's age, education level, and prenatal care. The study found that visiting nurse programs could reduce the infant homicide rate by helping teenage mothers gain behavioral skills and support.

SourceNIH/Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development·DateOct 22, 1998
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