A new study has identified a crucial connection between genes involved in brain development and human diseases such as epilepsy, mental retardation, and schizophrenia. The findings have significant implications for understanding the causes of these conditions and potentially leading to new treatments.
Research identifies specific brain areas affected in children with dyslexia, suggesting a neurological basis for reading difficulties. Effective teaching can improve reading skills by changing brain activation patterns.
A recent study found that biological DMARDs significantly increase the risk of serious hepatic events. The study showed no such link with leflunomide or traditional DMARDs, suggesting further investigation is needed.
A study by ecologist Jeff Dukes calculates that 98 tons of plants per gallon are needed to produce modern fossil fuels. The research found that the amount of carbon in ancient plant matter required to form coal, oil, and gas is equivalent to all the plant growth on Earth over 13,300 years.
Melatonin levels are high at night and low during the day, but a newly discovered regulatory mechanism reveals how exposure to light accelerates melatonin disappearance. The study identified a critical phosphate group in enzyme AANAT that determines its stability, shedding new light on cellular processes.
The American College of Chest Physicians has been awarded a scholarship by GlaxoSmithKline to create an educational program on respiratory health and advance best practices in patient care. Dr. Martin will investigate how to implement asthma guidelines into primary care practice and educate the public about them.
Dr. Yuan Chang discovered human herpesvirus 8 (KSHV) in 1994 and has since studied its biology to understand how it causes cancer. Her work has transformed understanding of the most common malignancy in people infected with HIV.
The American College of Chest Physicians awarded Dr. Lenfant its first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his outstanding leadership and contributions to the field of pulmonary and cardiovascular medicine. He oversaw major clinical trials that have had a significant impact on disease treatment and prevention.
The ACCP's new Patient-Focused Care Pledge emphasizes the provider's role as a patient advocate, highlighting the importance of interdisciplinary care and lifelong learning. The pledge aims to improve patient outcomes by prioritizing patient needs in all medical specialties and practice types.