Researchers at Ohio State University found that moderate doses of tocotrienol, a natural form of vitamin E, reach concentrations in human blood plasma sufficient to protect against neurological damage following stroke. The supplement also exhibits non-antioxidant protection against neurodegeneration.
Researchers conclude that enzyme urokinase is the primary treatment against infection in the lung lining due to its cost-effectiveness. The study suggests a significant healthcare savings of $15 million if used as the first line of treatment for pediatric empyema.
Researchers study the impact of changing river hydrology, exotic pests, land development, and sociopolitical and economic factors on tupelo honey production. Beekeepers face difficulties in producing honey, with some colonies losing up to 50% due to infestations.
The German Southwest is home to numerous groundbreaking research projects, including the development of mini ECG devices, astronomical top research, and innovations in industrial manufacturing. These projects demonstrate the region's strong focus on R&D, with a unique blend of academia and industry collaboration.
The CERN Council has adopted a European strategy for particle physics, providing for European engagement and leadership. This marks an important step for the field, as the world's particle physicists embark on a new adventure with the Large Hadron Collider project.
The study found that three practice models were financially sustainable, with enhanced communication between medical and mental health providers improving quality of care. Pediatricians perceived themselves as more efficient in their practices after integration with mental health professionals.
An international team of scientists will use remotely operated and autonomous underwater vehicles to investigate active and inactive hydrothermal vents in the western Pacific Ocean. The expedition aims to understand the formation of mineral deposits containing copper, gold, and other valuable minerals.
Research conducted by Fundación BBVA and IDIBAPS found that intermittent treatment with sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine significantly reduces the incidence of clinical malaria in children under one year old, with a 22.2% decrease in cases reported. The study also assessed the safety and efficacy of this treatment in pregnant volunteers.
Majority of healthcare opinion leaders support the Medicare Part D program, but favor changes to reduce complexity and improve coverage for vulnerable populations. Opinion leaders recommend policy changes such as filling the donut hole and eliminating the asset test to benefit low-income beneficiaries.
Researchers found that Bmal1-deficient mice experience premature aging due to oxidative stress and genotoxic stress, leading to weight loss, organ shrinkage, and early death. The study suggests BMAL1 as a potential target for alleviating specific age-related pathologies.
Quitting smoking significantly improves lung function test scores in asthmatics, even after just one week of no cigarettes. The study found a notable increase in lung function improvements compared to high-dose anti-inflammatory treatment.
Two Yale Biomedical Engineers, Erin Lavik and Tarek Fahmy, have received Early Career Translational Research Awards for their innovative projects on glaucoma treatment and autoimmune disease diagnosis. The awards support their research collaborations with clinical investigators and provide two years of funding.
The Australia-US Free Trade Agreement could lead to a decline in Australia's blood safety standards if plasma fractionation is opened up to overseas tender. The move could also affect products in other countries, including New Zealand, which may be forced into 'piggy-backing' with new arrangements.
Researchers developed a gene screening method that can detect breast cancer with high accuracy, spotting 15 out of 21 samples positive for cancer. The test uses methylation-specific PCR to identify abnormal levels of chemical tags in DNA, which can be missed by pathologists' naked eye.
A study of 417 post-menopausal women found no harmful effects on cognitive abilities or health-related quality of life from a daily .014 milligram dose of estradiol via skin patch over two years. The results suggest that women can use this patch without harm for two years, benefiting their bones and alleviating hot flashes.
Physicists at NIST have developed a portable atomic clock based on a single mercury ion, outperforming the national standard clock by at least five times. The improved version of the mercury clock maintains accuracy for over 400 million years, opening up new possibilities for ultra-precise timekeeping and frequency standards.