A study at Johns Hopkins Medicine found that IVF births are associated with a higher incidence of exstrophy-epispadias complex, a rare birth defect affecting the bladder, pelvic bones, and genitals. Researchers estimate the risk is up to 7.3 times more common in IVF children compared to the general population.
The PPG Industries Foundation has initiated the American Chemical Society/PPG Scholarships Plus Program, funding 60 students and hiring two ACS/PPG Scholars. The program provides financial scholarships, mentorship, and summer research opportunities to academically accomplished African American, Hispanic, and Native American students.
A new study published in JAMA found that moderate alcohol consumption is associated with a lower risk of dementia in older adults. The study analyzed data from 373 dementia patients and 373 control subjects, finding that moderate drinkers had a 54% lower risk of dementia compared to abstainers.
Research on STI571 and paclitaxel shows potential in controlling prostate cancer metastasis to bone. Lung cancer risk varies widely among smokers, with accurate prediction models helping individuals decide on screening. Non-BRCA mutations may be linked to high breast cancer risk in younger women.
A study found that 75% of men aged 50 and older reported undergoing PSA testing, compared to 63% for colorectal cancer screening. The mismatch between screening rates highlights the need for better patient education on effective cancer tests.
Researchers at RIT have developed MRE heating technology, enabling hot meals and drinks for soldiers. The device uses magnesium to produce heat and has been part of every MRE used by US troops since the Persian Gulf War.
Researchers found that 68% of invasive low-grade ovarian tumors and 61% of precancerous lesions carried one of the three common mutations in BRAF or KRAS. Blocking KRAS-BRAF signaling may provide more effective therapy for these cancers, which generally do not respond well to conventional chemotherapy.
Researchers have made a breakthrough in understanding how proteins fold by capturing single proteins in action. The study reveals that protein molecules vary in the routes they take to form the same folded shape and create numerous intermediate shapes along the way.
A new study reveals that peanut allergies are on the rise in Quebec, affecting approximately 1.5% of Montreal schoolchildren, compared to previous estimates of 0.5%. The Association québécoise des allergies alimentaires has also launched a certification program for allergen-free food products.
Researchers at Mayo Clinic discovered an RNA decoy strategy to divert the NF-kappaB protein, which plays a negative role in disease activation. This approach has potential as a novel drug development method for cancer, AIDS, and inflammatory diseases.
The University Spider connects businesses with top university experts in high-tech fields, enabling collaborative sponsored research and licensing agreements. The system also promotes heightened visibility for universities in the region.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have found a new method for growing human embryonic stem cells using human marrow stromal cells, eliminating the need for mouse cells as feeders. This breakthrough could potentially lead to significant advancements in treating conditions like Parkinson's disease and diabetes.
A recent study found that bupropion significantly improved abstinence rates for women and smokers with a history of depression, triple the success rate for those using a placebo. The medication also reduced negative mood in women during withdrawal, closing the gender gap in quit rates.
A meta-analysis of 48 studies found that creatine and HMB supplements effectively increased lean tissue gain with resistance training. These supplements doubled lean gain over the placebo group, suggesting independent mechanisms of action.
A study found that 54% of human olfactory receptor genes are impaired, compared to 28-36% in other primates. The decline of the sense of smell likely occurred within an 'evolutionary moment' 3-5 million years ago.
Researchers found microorganisms in seafloor samples from the Juan de Fuca plate, suggesting a microbial incubator of global proportions. The discovery challenges current understanding of oceanic crust and its potential for supporting life.
A new study estimates that at least 85 newborns are killed or left to die each year by their parents, with the majority being females. The research, led by Dr. Marcia Herman-Giddens, found that 34 cases were reported in North Carolina over a 16-year period, representing 2.1 deaths per 100,000 newborns.
Researchers found that skills learned with the dominant arm generalize to the non-dominant arm, but only in extrinsic coordinates, and do not rely on inter-hemispheric communication via the corpus callosum. This challenges current models of brain learning and motor control.
A new study by Dartmouth researchers finds that more American men are screened for prostate cancer than for colorectal cancer, contradicting scientific evidence. The study, which analyzed data from over 50,000 men, reveals a significant disparity in screening rates between the two cancers.
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has awarded $2.48 million to advance research on multiple sclerosis through five collaborative centers. These centers are focused on genetic underpinnings of MS, tissue repair and diagnostic technology, including the use of haplotype mapping and diffusion tensor MR imaging.
A study at the University of Illinois Chicago found that a protein in the brain, CREB, controls drinking behavior in laboratory animals. Low levels of active CREB or neuropeptide Y correlated with symptoms of anxiety and excessive alcohol consumption.
According to Dr. Robert Kaniecki, a University of Pittsburgh neurologist, migraine headaches are often underdiagnosed, with over 50% of patients being mislabeled as having 'sinus headache' or 'tension headache'. This can lead to excessive prescriptions for antibiotics and decongestants, contributing to antibiotic resistance.
A new study examines the incidence of breast cancer among postmenopausal women with 'probably benign' mammographic findings. The research suggests that short-interval follow-up may not be necessary, and a 1-year follow-up may be as effective as a 6-month follow-up in identifying early-stage breast cancers.
A study by Yale researchers found that women do smile more than men, but the difference is modest and influenced by factors such as culture, ethnicity, age, and social role. When men and women think no one is looking, they smile similarly, and the sex differences disappear when they are in the same position of power or occupation.
Researchers at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center developed a mathematical model predicting lung cancer risk based on age, sex, and smoking history. The tool helps balance the risks and benefits of screening for high-risk individuals.