Researchers are using innovative noninvasive techniques to study the developing central nervous system in early iron deficiency, which affects brain development and behavior. The study aims to understand the ties between the brain and behavior, with potential implications for creating more effective interventions.
A Yale study found that HIV patients who trust their physicians are 20% more likely to adhere to their treatment regimens. Lack of social support and mistrust in peers also hinder adherence to ART.
The MIT worldwide mobility study highlights the need to reinvent public transport and create a portfolio of mobility options to address chronic gridlock, pollution and environmental damage. The study also warns of the growing impact of air and freight transportation on carbon emissions.
Yale researchers found that diphenhydramine, a commonly prescribed sedative, increases the risk of delirium symptoms in older hospitalized patients. The study suggests that using diphenhydramine as a routine sleeping aid should be discouraged in older hospitalized patients due to potential harm
Researchers found that levels of IL-12 and TNF alpha decreased during pregnancy, while cortisol, norepinephrine, and 1,25 hydroxyvitamin D3 increased. After birth, these stress hormones surged, possibly contributing to the resurgence of immune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.
The Combining Medications and Behavioral Interventions (COMBINE) study evaluates the effectiveness of behavioral treatments alone and in combination with medications for treating alcoholism. Researchers at Yale University are recruiting participants to participate in the study.
A large study found that animal-based nutrients are strongly associated with increased risk of stomach and esophageal cancers. Conversely, a diet rich in plant-based nutrients, such as dietary fiber and vitamin C, may help lower cancer risk.
ChemGenex Therapeutics has developed a new anticancer drug called Ceflatonin, which uses genomics to predict possible side effects and identify key genes for treatment. The company's research demonstrates that Ceflatonin affects specific genes and cellular pathways in leukemia and solid tumors.
A six-month study found that 82% of stable methadone patients remained clinically stable under primary care physician treatment. Patients reported higher satisfaction rates and physicians felt confident in providing this type of care.
Yale University has been awarded a $1.3 million pre-center grant to prepare for the potential establishment of a Center of Excellence in Biomedical Computing. The grant aims to train new scientists in interdisciplinary areas of biomedical computing, addressing a critical shortage identified by NIH.
Researchers at Yale University have developed a novel molecule that eradicates cancer by destroying tumor blood vessels. The icon targets the inner surface of tumors expressing tissue factor, allowing it to bind and activate an immune response against cancer cells.
Researchers use SAGE to study fruitfly genome, identifying genes responsive to JNK signal that help skin form properly and understand its effects on a whole organism
A team led by Haim H. Bau will model transport of liquids, particles, and cells in microconduits to study biological interactions. They will use low-temperature co-fired ceramic tapes to fabricate prototypes.
A new study published in the Journal of Neurosurgery found that mild head injuries can cause permanent damage to the brain, with effects not felt for months. The research suggests that repetitive head injuries may be a factor in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.
A study of 13 HIV-positive men found that those with high levels of autonomic nervous system activity responded less well to antiretroviral treatment, with some experiencing no immune recovery. Stress accelerates AIDS progression by increasing viral replication and making it harder for the body to fight off the infection.
The study aims to determine the effectiveness of meditation and/or massage in improving patients' perceived quality of life. Researchers hope to find ways to improve quality of life, particularly in the spiritual domain, for patients dying with AIDS.
Workers were more willing to pay for policies that directly benefited them than those with no direct benefit. Notably, teachers with a low probability of using paid childbirth leave had the highest willingness to pay.
Marie T. Filbin, a Hunter College neuroscience professor, has made groundbreaking discoveries related to the role of cyclic AMP in nerve regeneration after injury. Her work, conducted independently with Professor Mu-Ming Poo, could lead to novel therapies for those with spinal cord injuries.