Researchers discovered that macrophages in the innate immune system may play a role in Alzheimer's development. They found that healthy individuals can clear amyloid-beta, but Alzheimer's patients' macrophages struggle with this task.
A Joslin study finds that maintaining a controlled diet and preventing weight gain can prevent the development of glucose intolerance in individuals born with low birth weight. The researchers observed improved insulin sensitivity and reduced risk of diabetes in mice on calorie-restricted diets compared to those allowed to eat freely.
Researchers from Johns Hopkins report that the band leader controlling DNA copying also brings the jam session to a close, intricately connecting the two processes. This discovery sheds light on the development of immune system cancers.
The NIH/National Library of Medicine (NLM) will administer a new public health information expert training program, funded by the $3.68 million grant. The program aims to develop more public health professionals skilled in applying computer technology to enhance their work.
A recent study published in The Lancet suggests that early treatment with antiepileptic drugs may not provide significant long-term benefits for patients with infrequent seizures. In fact, the trial found that delayed medication did not increase the risk of chronic epilepsy or improve quality of life.
Deep-sea organisms rely on 'sinkers', discarded mucus nets of larvaceans, as a vital food source. Researchers found that these cast-off 'houses' carry large amounts of detritus and tiny animals towards the seafloor.
Researchers have identified ERG as the first proto-oncogene commonly overexpressed in early-phase prostate cancer, providing a promising target for diagnosis and treatment. The study also found correlations between ERG expression and PSA recurrence-free survival of prostate cancer patients after radical prostatectomy.
At the DoD 'Era of Hope' breast cancer meeting, Vanderbilt-Ingram researchers presented their groundbreaking research on various aspects of breast cancer, including tumor microenvironment, diagnostic imaging, and biological pathways. The conference brought together a diverse group of researchers to share their work and collaborate with...
Researchers found that women who exercised during and after chemotherapy had improved activated lymphocytes and reduced inflammation. The exercise program improved physical functions and overall quality of life compared to non-exercisers.
Researchers found that microRNAs play a crucial role in regulating gene expression and enabling stem cells to pass from the normal stop phase to the stage of replicating their DNA for later division. The discovery suggests that microRNAs may also control cell division in cancer cells, encouraging proliferation.
Researchers found that volcanic aerosol particles and sulfuric acid reduce methane production in wetlands, leading to a cooling effect. This mechanism may have played a role in past climate changes, with potential impacts on modern Earth's atmosphere.
A recent study by ECRI found that digital mammography does not significantly improve breast cancer detection rates compared to traditional X-ray imaging. While the new technology may offer some incremental benefits, such as reduced radiation exposure, its cost-effectiveness and diagnostic accuracy need further evaluation.
A Harvard Medical School study reveals that phosphatases play a crucial role in regulating cell survival and chemoresistance. The researchers identified tumor suppressor phosphatases whose loss of function leads to chemoresistance, providing potential new targets for cancer treatment.
A recent study published in Ecology Letters explores the complex relationships between biodiversity and ecosystem function. The research reveals that both high and low levels of biodiversity can have negative consequences for ecosystem health, with intermediate levels often being the most beneficial.