Clinicians and scholars unraveled the mystery of King Herod's death, concluding he died from chronic kidney disease likely complicated by Fournier's gangrene. The diagnosis was reached through a historical case study presented at the VA's Clinical Pathologic Conference.
Researchers have identified a crucial structural piece in the Abl protein that acts as an internal switch to control its transmission of signals. This discovery provides potential targets for designing new drugs specifically for cancers caused by BCR-Abl, which is linked to leukemia.
A team of physicists has discovered evidence of an unusual, fluctuating magnetic order in high-temperature superconductors, which could be crucial for explaining this phenomenon. This discovery was made using neutron beams to investigate the properties of a high temperature superconductor.
The Ecuadorian government has signed a decree to create a globally outstanding protected area in the Andean foothills, led by The Field Museum and the Cofán Survival Fund. This marks the first time federally protected lands have been placed in official custody of indigenous people, with the Cofán residents set to manage the 195-square-...
The Cultures of Consumption programme investigates growing significance of consumer issues in society. It examines the role of consumers, consumption patterns, and their impact on health, environment, family life, and civil society.
Researchers found that an antioxidant, AEOL 10113, can prevent type 1 diabetes by modifying the immune system's recognition of antigens. The treatment lasted for up to four weeks, suggesting a promising new line of research for autoimmune diseases.
A study published by the Mayo Clinic found that megestrol acetate was more effective than dronabinol in improving appetite and weight loss in patients with advanced cancer. The study, which evaluated 469 patients, showed that 75% of those taking megestrol acetate reported appetite improvement, compared to 49% of those taking dronabinol.
The Math and Science Partnership (MSP) aims to improve student achievement by ensuring all students are engaged in a challenging curriculum. The program also seeks to increase the number, quality, and diversity of science and math teachers.
University at Buffalo researchers have developed reusable chemical sensors that can detect hundreds of chemicals in an area smaller than a dime. The new technology uses pin-printing to create xerogel-based sensors, which are rigid materials with intricate networks of nanoscopic pores.
A 24-week study found patients with vascular dementia taking ARICEPT experienced significant cognitive and global function improvements compared to placebo. The medication was well-tolerated, even when taken with other medications, according to the researchers.