A study published in the journal Stroke found that Chlamydia pneumoniae infection is associated with a higher risk of first ischemic stroke, particularly due to inflammation caused by the infection. The researchers also discovered that shorter-lived IgA antibodies were strongly linked to the risk of having a first stroke.
Two conferences will be held to present scientific findings on ocean issues, including fisheries, pollution, health, and gas hydrates. The events aim to develop a policy agenda for the US and internationally, with keynote speakers like Robert Ballard and Jean-Michel Cousteau.
Gwen Lloyd has received a $438,354 NSF CAREER award to develop an integrated program of research and education on teacher learning with innovative K-12 materials. The project aims to promote meaningful changes in prospective teachers' conceptions and classroom practices through the use of reform-oriented curriculum materials.
Scientists at NRC's Steacie Institute of Molecular Sciences have developed a method to grow organic wires on silicon crystals using a scanning tunneling microscope, overcoming obstacles in microchip technology. The technique enables the rapid growth of molecular lines, paving the way for hybrid devices with unique capabilities.
Researchers have discovered chemical cousins of an antimalarial drug that show promise in treating serious antibiotic-resistant infections. The compounds, originally developed to treat malaria and other parasitic infections, have been found to be as active as many currently used drugs against a range of bacteria, including staphylococc...
Jay Levy, a professor at UCSF, debates that the innate immune system helps prevent HIV infection and progression to disease. He cites cases of HIV patients with few CD4 cells who remain healthy without opportunistic infections or cancer.
A University of Iowa researcher and his colleague confirm the validity of scientific theories on ancient marine life by testing library-based databases. They found that up to 70% of entries are inaccurate but randomly distributed, not introducing bias into patterns.
Researchers discovered a mutation in the mineralocorticoid receptor gene, leading to dangerously high blood pressure in pregnant women. The mutation renders the receptor more sensitive to progesterone, causing excessive salt retention and skyrocketing blood pressure.
Researchers discovered a mutation in the mineralocorticoid receptor gene linked to severe hypertension in pregnant women. The findings suggest that progesterone may exacerbate hypertension in pregnancy and could lead to clinical trials of salt restriction.
Researchers have solved the crystal structure of the cytoplasmic-facing portion of voltage-dependent potassium channels, controlling potassium flow out of cells. The findings shed light on the attachment mechanism of a key protein subunit to the channel's complex structure.
Researchers discovered that three fruit fly genes Scribble, Lethal giant larvae, and Discs-large are crucial for orderly epithelial cell growth. Mutations in these genes cause cells to become overgrown and form solid, tumor-like masses, similar to human malignant tumors.
Researchers at Rosetta Inpharmatics used high-quality gene expression data and computational methods to identify novel gene functions. The company's approach enables the deciphering of previously uncharacterized genes, with applications in new drug discovery and development.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is seeking entries for its Science Journalism Awards competition, including a new online news category. The awards recognize excellence in science writing for a general audience and will support journalists covering emerging media platforms.