A study found that HAART reduced the risk of visual impairment and improved quality of life for AIDS patients. Patients who received HAART had a lower incidence of visual acuity loss compared to those who did not, especially those with substantial improvement in their immunity.
Researchers at the MNI have made a groundbreaking discovery about netrins, proteins that guide nerve cell axons to their target in the developing nervous system. The study suggests that netrin acts as a repellent cue for migrating oligodendrocytes, which could lead to new therapies for Multiple Sclerosis.
The UC Riverside Department of Biology has received a $953,000 GAANN grant to support K-12 outreach efforts. The grant will enable approximately 30 graduate students to participate in research and teaching opportunities while focusing on their Ph.D. degrees.
Researchers are testing a new stroke prevention drug, NC-758, to determine its effectiveness in reducing amyloid angiopathy-related strokes. The trial aims to assess the drug's potential benefits for patients with Alzheimer's disease, which is characterized by excessive amyloid buildup.
Researchers at Columbia University have developed a method to extract DNA from dung, enabling the study of wild animal populations without capturing or handling them. This technique has been shown to be reliable and efficient, allowing researchers to analyze genetic data on species such as Asian elephants, rhinos, and apes.
Researchers at Columbia University suggest that ancient faults in the Wabash Valley Fault System may be re-activated, causing recent earthquakes. The study analyzed seismic data from a June 2002 earthquake and found evidence of strike-slip faulting on a near-vertical fault plane at 18 km depth.
Researchers have identified two distinct forms of chromatin, a previously unrecognized level of genomic organization. This discovery has broad potential applications in cancer diagnosis and assigning functions to genome subsections.
A 12-month study comparing FOSRENOL and calcium carbonate found that FOSRENOL led to a 'considerably better outcome' on bone histology, with halved rates of patients with osteomalacia, adynamic bone disease, or hyperparathyroidism. This contrasts with the calcium carbonate group, which showed an increase in these conditions.
A study of 4,764 Internet users found that 40% of American adults with online access use the Internet for health information. The study also revealed that men and individuals over 75 were less likely to use the Internet for health, while those who do use it tend to have a more limited frequency of use.
Researchers are investigating more virulent forms of fungi to improve understanding of how fungal pathogens interact with the immune system. Studies have shown that genetic mutations can lead to increased virulence in yeasts like Candida albicans, highlighting the need for new anti-fungal drugs.
A study of 15 African American adults with persistent asthma found five primary themes hindering inhaled corticosteroid (IC) use, including reluctance, social distractions and misconceptions about side effects. Improving communication between healthcare providers and patients is crucial to overcoming these barriers.
A study of 73 patients with symptoms suggestive of SARS found that CT scans identified three common features: ground-glass opacification, lower lobe distribution, and peripheral distribution. These findings suggest that CT can be a valuable diagnostic tool for detecting SARS, particularly in cases where chest x-rays are normal.
A survey of Harvard Medical School students found that 94% agreed that interacting with students from diverse backgrounds was a positive element in their educational experience. The study also revealed that 76% believed a diverse student body improved their ability to care for patients of different races.
A Stanford team has developed three techniques to speed up computing Google-style Web rankings, with speeds of up to five times faster than current methods. The techniques, including extrapolation, BlockRank, and Adaptive PageRank, can reduce computation time by 50-300% in realistic conditions.
A double-blind study found that patients taking topiramate experienced poorer word recognition and verbal memory compared to those on valproate. The research aims to improve seizure treatment with minimal side effects.