A new study from Washington University in St. Louis reveals a clear tendency among college students to become addicted to more than one common substance or activity, with exercise yielding the highest level of addiction and strong connections between certain activities and self-esteem. The study found large correlations within and betw...
A study of 339 patients found that laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery is effective and safe for elderly patients, with functional outcomes comparable to younger patients. Elderly patients may tolerate the procedure better and have fewer complications than previously thought.
Researchers at Princess Margaret Hospital and AMGEN identify the role of T cells in bone destruction characteristic of many inflammatory diseases. The study reveals that T cells produce a substance that triggers bone loss, leading to severe osteoporosis and joint damage.
Researchers at Vion Pharmaceuticals have developed a novel gene-based anti-cancer drug delivery system using Salmonella bacteria. The TAPET technology has shown complete tumor regression in mice and high safety profiles, with potential applications for treating various types of cancer.
Recent studies analyzed the cost-effectiveness of various heart failure treatments, including ACE inhibitors, vasodilators, and interdisciplinary teams. The findings suggest that judicious use of these therapies can lead to significant cost savings while maintaining effective treatment outcomes.
Cooperative Extension specialists from the University of Delaware discussed the scope of issues surrounding genetically modified foods, including science, ethics, and production. They addressed concerns about resistance to GMOs in European Common Market and debated how to advise farmers on planting GMO crops for next year's harvest.
Paul Coleman, a renowned neuroscientist, has been awarded $1 million by the Alzheimer's Association to investigate the earliest signs of Alzheimer's disease. His research team aims to develop a simple test that can detect the disease in its initial stages, potentially allowing for earlier diagnosis and treatment.
A recent University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill poll found that 65% of respondents favor the death penalty, while 19% oppose it. The racial and demographic differences are significant, with whites more supportive than blacks, and men more supportive than women.
Yale scientists have created reversible electronic switches at the molecular level, which could lead to significant advancements in computing technology. The switches are comparable to or exceed conventional electronic devices and offer a potential solution to the limitations of shrinking circuit size.
Researchers at Arizona State University have designed and synthesized the first stable example of a new class of materials that can handle large molecules. The material, formed from zinc oxide and terephthalic acid, is a porous framework with large box-like spaces, allowing it to isolate and modify larger molecules.