A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that vitamin C intake was associated with a lower risk of developing early-onset cortical opacities. Women who consumed 362mg/day of vitamin C had a 57% reduced risk, while those using supplements for at least 10 years saw a 60% reduction in cataract risk.
The new sensor can detect specific biological agents even at trace amounts in air or water, enabling quick diagnosis and treatment in remote medicine scenarios. The device's optical-based system improves response time and enables personalized medicine through genotyping.
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that women who gained weight after weight loss had significantly lower energy expenditure due to physical inactivity. To match their initial weight, these individuals would need to engage in at least 80 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per day.
The Center for the Study of Pharmacologic Plasticity in the Presence of Pain at Wake Forest will study changes in the spinal cord caused by certain medicines and their impact on pain sensation. The research aims to develop new, effective pain treatments for patients with nerve injury or neuropathic pain.
Researchers from Cornell University and the University of Arizona found that plant stem and leaf biomass are proportional to root biomass across various plant species. This discovery provides environmental researchers with clues to estimate global carbon sequestration in plants.
A study by Massachusetts General Hospital found that hormone therapy for prostate cancer can lead to significant weight gain, increased body fat, and decreased muscle mass. Researchers suggest modifying diet and exercise may help mitigate these effects, but better drugs are needed.
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that moderate alcohol consumption can lower cardiovascular risk factors in postmenopausal women. The researchers observed significant improvements in lipid profiles, with a greater benefit for those starting with higher levels of LDL-cholesterol and triacylglycerols.
Researchers found that early in HIV infection, CD8 T cells become unresponsive to HIV surface molecules, suppressing their ability to attack infected cells. This leads to a dominant immunosuppressive response mediated by the molecule TGF-beta.
Research suggests that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help prevent chronic wounds, such as pressure ulcers and venous leg ulcers, in elderly female patients. Studies have shown a 35% lower risk of developing these wounds among HRT recipients.
The Chinese tallow tree is outcompeting native species in Texas prairies due to its ability to grow quickly and use nitrogen inefficiently. Researchers are studying methods to control the spread of the invasive tree using techniques such as fire, flooding, and fertilization.
The study found that restrained eating behavior was associated with lower risk of adult-onset obesity, whereas disinhibition was linked to increased weight gain. A high level of restraint attenuated weight gain even when there were high levels of disinhibition, suggesting a protective effect.
Researchers will study cellular changes, immune responses, and collagen production to develop more effective treatments for scleroderma. The NIH grants will complement existing investments in scleroderma research and bring scientists closer to finding treatments for this disease.
Research by Spruijt-Metz et al. found that maternal feeding practices are a strong predictor of childhood obesity, with controlling feeding strategies potentially interfering with children's ability to self-regulate their food intake. The study suggests that future obesity prevention efforts should focus on improving parental feeding b...
Huang will teach an MBA course and conduct research to assess the impact of information technology on supply-chain management in Portuguese companies. His previous research explored aggregate production planning models that reflect business practices and culture.
The Mayo Clinic study found that the risk of progression from MGUS to multiple myeloma or related cancers is approximately one percent per year, with larger M-protein levels increasing the risk. Patients with very small protein levels had a 14% progression rate at 20 years, while those with high levels had a 60% progression rate.