A new Stanford University School Medicine study finds that nearly as many men as women experience compulsive buying disorder, which is marked by binge buying and financial hardship. The study's findings contradict the widespread belief that most compulsive buyers are women.
Researchers discovered that Ets1/2 transcription factor controls early heart formation in the sea squirt Ciona intestinalis. The signaling molecule FGF also plays a crucial role in this process.
A recent European survey of post-menopausal women with early breast cancer found that information needs are not being met, leading to low levels of patient involvement in treatment decisions. The survey revealed significant knowledge divides among patients, particularly older women and those with lower education levels.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center identified the SOX2 gene as crucial for taste bud development, revealing its role in stem cell transformation and cellular differentiation. The findings may lead to a better understanding of developmental disorders and provide insights into how stem cells operate in adults.