A study by researchers at the University of Toronto found that individuals with a specific enzyme deficiency may be protected from severe and fatal malaria. The enzyme pyruvate kinase plays a crucial role in energy production and its deficiency is linked to protection against malaria infection.
The powerful Ku Band antenna system attached to NASA's GLAST satellite enables high-rate data transmission to Earth through the Tracking and Data Relay Satellites. The antenna system includes a Ku antenna, pointing mechanism, and transmitters, and will play a crucial role in the observatory's scientific experiments.
A new study by NCAR and CSU finds that unusually sunny weather contributed to last summer's record loss of Arctic sea ice. The research suggests that warmth from the Sun will increasingly affect Arctic sea ice loss in the summer.
Research by Amar Cheema found that consumers scrutinize additional fees more closely when buying from low-reputation sellers, leading to decreased willingness to pay. Sellers with poor reputations benefit from offering consolidated prices to attract suspicious buyers.
Scientists at Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland conclude that vitamin D plays an important role in brain development and function. While the exact effects on behavior remain unclear, evidence suggests a beneficial role for vitamin D in protecting against autoimmune diseases and some forms of cancer.
A breath monitoring device helps prevent the emergence of drug-resistant strains of HIV by tracking medication adherence in high-risk individuals. The device records patients' breath tests and provides real-time feedback to doctors.
Terry McDermott, a Los Angeles Times staff writer, won the 2008 Wistar Institute Science Journalism Award for his four-part investigative study on memory. The judges praised his exhaustive reporting and commended him for bringing to light a scientific problem that has defied explanation for decades.
A study by VBI Professor Brett Tyler and colleagues reveals that the Avr1b virulence protein in Phytophthora sojae suppresses programmed cell death in plants, disabling their immune systems. This finding has significant implications for understanding plant-pathogen interactions and developing effective disease management strategies.
Researchers found that a single chemotherapeutic agent, 5-fluorouracil, can cause delayed degeneration in the central nervous system of mice, leading to extensive myelin pathology. This damage is not self-repairing and worsens over time.
Researchers followed Minneapolis school children from ages 11 to 19 to track the emergence of cardiovascular risk factors. By age 19, boys were at greater cardiovascular risk despite gaining muscle mass and losing fat during puberty.
A new study reveals that cancer survivors in Canada have low levels of physical activity and high prevalence of obesity. The findings suggest that lifestyle interventions to promote physical activity and healthy weight management are necessary among cancer survivors to control their disease.
Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have discovered that people with melanoma on their scalp or neck are more likely to die from the disease. The analysis of 51,704 melanoma cases found that survival rates differ depending on where skin cancer first appears.
A new Geisinger-led study finds that hearing repeated stories of trauma from clients causes serious psychological stress in clinical social workers. A positive work environment helps reduce secondary trauma and job burnout.
Family membership affects consumer choices, from cell phone plans to kitchen remodels and displaying treasured keepsakes. Advertisers can gain value by positioning products as resources for achieving relational and family identity goals.
A recent study found that individuals with melanoma on their scalp or neck have lower survival rates than those with melanomas at other sites. The study analyzed data from U.S. cancer registries and found significant differences in five-year and 10-year survival rates, highlighting the importance of skin awareness and sun protection.
By the end of 2006, all countries in the Americas had included Hib vaccine in their immunization schedule. However, efforts are still needed to strengthen invasive bacterial disease surveillance and improve vaccination coverage. The successful introduction of Hib and pneumococcal vaccines could reduce global severe pneumonia burden by ...
Researchers detail chemotherapy's damage to the brain, finding that healthy cells die off long after treatment ends. The study identifies 5-fluorouracil as a contributor to chemo brain, with damaged oligodendrocytes leading to cognitive decline and demyelination.
Carnegie Mellon researchers argue that dietary choice, not food miles, determines a household's climate impact. Shifting to a local diet or reducing meat and dairy consumption can significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions. Eating more plant-based meals can reduce emissions by up to 8,000 miles driven per year.
A study by Bryan Gibson found that people are more likely to choose a brand they associate with positive images when distracted. Even if participants couldn't remember the pairing, this effect occurred. The findings suggest implicit product attitudes play a significant role in impulse purchases.
Studies show that people tend to exaggerate others' fondness for items they like, while downplaying their dislike, resulting in poor predictions and judgments.
For patients with obstructive sleep apnea and nasal blockages, nasal surgery is associated with significant improvements in symptoms and quality of life. The procedure led to notable reductions in snoring, daytime sleepiness, and overall health status, particularly in reducing role limitations caused by physical or emotional problems.
A recent study published in the journal Cancer found that nearly half of Canadian cancer survivors were overweight or obese, comparable to the general population. The research highlights the importance of promoting physical activity and healthy eating habits among cancer patients to prevent recurrence and improve overall health.
A recent study published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association found that patients admitted with heart attacks during off-hours receive slower and less comprehensive care. Despite this, there is no significant difference in in-hospital death rates between those arriving during regular hours and off-hours.
A new study suggests that Afghanistan's natural resource development is essential for the country's revival and reducing its threat to global security. Despite rich deposits of oil, gas, copper, iron, gemstones, and other resources, years of deforestation, desertification, and corruption have hindered progress.
Researchers found that regular mammograms significantly reduce the risk of being diagnosed with advanced stage breast cancer in women over 80. Women who received mammograms were more likely to be diagnosed with early-stage disease and had a higher five-year survival rate compared to non-users.
Larger skin lesions are more likely to be melanomas than smaller moles, according to a new study by NYU researchers. The study confirms that an important warning sign of melanoma - moles larger than 6 millimeters - is still valid.
UCLA researchers found that people tend to accept fair offers over unfair ones, with the brain responding similarly to winning money or eating chocolate. The study suggests that humans have an innate preference for fairness, which can be regulated through self-control.
Researchers at NYU's Center for Developmental Genetics identified a new class of photoreceptors in the retina of fruit flies that co-express two ultraviolet-sensitive rhodopsins. This discovery may have implications for understanding the regulation of color vision and olfactory receptors.
Stored ovarian tissue from cancer patients may contain residual cancer cells that can re-infect the body if not checked. Research suggests that few fertility centers have the skills and technology to detect these cells, highlighting the need for improved testing methods.
Researchers found that traditional thought-listing exercises can introduce bias and fail to capture specific cognitive responses. Instead, implicit measures of cognitive responses are likely to perform better when people are unable to access their thoughts directly.
A new study found that adolescent rats were more likely to prefer the place where they got cocaine, and even after extinction, a low dose of cocaine rekindled this preference. This suggests that younger brains are more vulnerable to addiction due to stronger memories for drug-associated cues.
New research from the Ontario Prehospital Advanced Life Support project shows that advanced life support for trauma patients prior to hospital transport has no survival benefits and may even cause harm. The study found no difference in patient survival rates between those receiving basic and advanced life support.
Researchers found that sit-and-wait lizards use running mechanics when moving at slower speeds, while wide foragers evolved a walking gait. The study used 18 species of lizards to understand the impact of foraging styles on biomechanics.
Researchers at Ohio State University have discovered that specific structural parts of a viroid are responsible for its multiplication and spread in plants. The study's findings could lead to the development of genetic alterations to prevent viroid infection, with potential applications in human virus research.
A new neuroimaging study maps functional brain areas to improve cognitive skills before, during, and after brain tumour surgery. The study uses fMRI to localize important areas and preserve motor, sensory, and cognitive abilities.
The study found that in-hospital death rates following CABG decreased from 5.4% in 1988 to 3.3% in 2003, with hospitals performing the fewest procedures experiencing the largest decreases. This suggests that quality care practices have improved everywhere, regardless of hospital volume.
Researchers found that people tend to focus on one win among hundreds of losses, justifying further gambling. A 'silver lining' effect makes losers remember positive experiences more easily when losses are far apart.
A new study published by the American Cancer Society found that observational studies on cancer treatments can be inaccurate due to selection biases. The researchers analyzed data from the SEER registry and found improbable results, indicating how easy it is to generate questionable results in these types of studies.
A University of Illinois study found that eating two CocoaVia dark chocolate bars daily lowered total cholesterol by 2% and LDL cholesterol by 5.3%. The drop in cholesterol numbers is attributed to plant sterols added to the bar and flavanols found in dark chocolate.
Research found that people with migraine are more likely to experience exacerbated skin sensitivity or pain after daily activities, particularly those with chronic migraines. The study also identified risk factors for migraine progression, including allodynia and depression.
A study published in Archives of Dermatology found that larger skin lesions (over 6mm) are more likely to be melanoma. The findings support the use of diameter guidelines for screening, but also suggest that smaller lesions can still be malignant.
Starbucks and Conservation International are partnering to address climate change and promote sustainable coffee farming. The companies will plant 10 trees in Mexico for every $10 donated through the Starbucks Card Rewards program, supporting conservation efforts in Chiapas.
Recent studies in Biology of Reproduction suggest that maternal follicular testosterone influences the sex of bovine embryos, while research on maternal cell microchimerism reveals its presence in major organs of healthy newborn mice. These findings highlight the importance of understanding the mechanisms behind these phenomena.
The University of Tennessee has received a $26 million grant from the US Department of Energy to develop biomass conversion technology. The grant will support research on converting biomass crops into fuels and other products, with the goal of creating a thriving, sustainable biobased economy in the state.
The number of general surgeons per 100,000 Americans has declined by over 25% since 1981, mainly due to an aging population and a lack of rural training opportunities. Rural areas are disproportionately affected, with urban areas experiencing a slightly greater decline.
A new mechanism of how tumour cells communicate has been discovered, involving the release of vesicles called oncosomes containing cancer-causing proteins. This finding could lead to major clinical innovations and potentially serve as a clinical marker for cancer diagnosis.
The study found that psychotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for nonepileptic seizures, followed by education and psychopharmacology. Neurologists and psychiatrists often work together to care for patients with NES, but barriers to treatment adherence include insurance limitations and lack of experienced practitioners.
A long-term study found that 4% of male and 19% of female US population experienced stagnating or declining health conditions between the 1980s and 2001. The main causes were related to smoking, high blood pressure, and obesity.
Computer scientists have developed a solution called Pergamum, which uses hard disk drives to provide energy-efficient and cost-effective long-term data storage. The system is designed to be reliable, scalable, and adaptable, making it suitable for businesses and individuals looking to preserve digital data.
Research highlights a key role for general practitioners in providing long-term, individually formulated support schemes for families of suicide victims. The study found that post-suicidal reactions and impacts on daily living are still profoundly affecting families after the event.
Researchers discovered a key molecule that normalizes tumor vasculature, allowing immune cells to colonize cancer tissue in large numbers. This finding led to improved survival rates in mice with disrupted Rgs5 gene, highlighting the potential of vascular normalization for enhancing immune therapy.
A new study found that between 1983 and 1999, death rates in women increased in low-income counties due to chronic diseases like smoking, high blood pressure, and obesity. Inequality in life expectancy worsened across US counties, particularly for disadvantaged populations.