The remnants of Typhoon Vamco are sweeping over Alaska's Aleutian Island chain, causing high wind warnings. The National Weather Service has posted warnings for gusts of 40-60 mph, with some areas reaching hurricane-strength winds.
A study published in World Journal of Gastroenterology found that a large number of dissected lymph nodes in D2 dissection improves long-term survival and reduces recurrence rate for patients with node-negative gastric cancer. The number of resected lymph nodes is a key prognostic indicator, and increasing it leads to better survival o...
NASA's GOES-11 satellite indicates two areas of showers and thunderstorms that may develop in the Eastern Pacific, potentially replacing Tropical Storm Ignacio. The storm is expected to weaken due to adverse conditions, including cooler waters.
OHSU researchers develop gene therapy to prevent inherited diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative diseases by transferring healthy mitochondria into eggs. The breakthrough could help break the chain of maternally-based diseases passed from generation to generation.
New research suggests that pollution from Asia, Europe and North America may contribute to recent Australian rainfall changes. Human-generated aerosols from the northern hemisphere are thought to drive changes in atmospheric and oceanic circulation, leading to increased rainfall in north-western and central Australia.
The NIH panel found that the routine collection of family history may motivate positive lifestyle changes and enhance individual empowerment, but its effectiveness in improving health outcomes is unclear. The panel recommends additional research to understand how to effectively gather and use family history information in primary care.
Researchers at LLNL used hydrodynamic simulations to show that nonlethal blasts can induce skull flexure and generate damaging loads in the brain. The study suggests that armor systems designed for impacts may not be optimal for blast wave protection, highlighting the need for improved helmet design.
Researchers identified LNγ2, LNβ3, and active MMP7 as molecular markers for tumor aggressiveness in biliary tract cancer. The study found that these markers were associated with tumor progression, depth of invasion, and advanced stage. Down-regulation of MMP7 expression resulted in a significant decrease in cancer cell invasion.
A Chinese study establishes a multifaceted barrier-focused intervention program to increase colonoscopy attendance among nonadherent high-risk populations for colorectal cancer screening. The program significantly increased attendance rates, especially among those with objective barriers.
A new study found that people's bodies handle arsenic differently, with some individuals excreting up to 95% of ingested arsenic, while others store it in their bodies, posing a risk to health. The research suggests that existing standards for evaluating human health risks from arsenic may need to be reassessed.
A new study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that a nurse intervention program significantly improves the lives of sexually exploited runaway girls. The program reduces trauma, emotional distress, substance use, suicide attempts, and risky sexual behaviors while improving family and school relationships, self-esteem,...
Scientists have discovered a way to block the growth of human colon cancer cells by targeting the Hedgehog-GLI pathway, preventing tumor growth and metastasis. This breakthrough could provide a new method for treating incurable forms of colon cancer.
Anti-glycan antibodies are found to be a common feature of celiac disease at diagnosis, linked to severe malabsorption, and lost after long-term gluten-free diet. The presence of these antibodies is not associated with NOD2/CARD15 mutations.
Researchers at NIST developed a new technique for measuring near-infrared light, enabling high sensitivity detection with over 1,000 times greater sensitivity than common commercial instruments. This breakthrough has applications in fields such as forensics, quantum communications, and pharmaceuticals.
The American Phytopathological Society recognized outstanding contributions to plant pathology with its 2009 awards. The APS Fellow class of 2009 includes prominent researchers and educators from around the world. Notable winners include Anne E. Dorrance, Charles Mellinger, H. David Shew, and Richard A. Sikora.
A study analyzing business return to New Orleans post-Katrina found that businesses reopening cited damage to physical locations and financing as primary concerns, while those remaining closed ranked levee protection as top concern. The study used repeated telephone surveys of businesses from December 2005 to October 2007.
Researchers at NIST have developed a simple method to assemble organic molecules between silicon and metal, overcoming a key obstacle in creating individual molecule switches. This breakthrough could lead to faster, cheaper components and new applications in biosensors.
A recent study published in Journal of Management Studies found that employees who experience perceived injustices at work are more likely to suffer from psychological well-being damage and extreme emotional exhaustion. This can lead to decreased job commitment, increased turnover rates, and a general depletion in employee morale.
Researchers developed a neural network system to classify music genres, such as cha-cha-cha, jive, and tango, with varying degrees of success. The approach combines the strengths of two existing methods and uses a neural network to analyze beat and tempo, outperforming other classification techniques.
A new study by Johns Hopkins Medicine, Duke and Wake Forest suggests that disclosing financial conflicts of interest to research participants may not be sufficient. The study recommends establishing sound policy and practices for disclosure and management of financial interests.
Researchers at UC Riverside have identified a novel class of compounds that could pave the way for developing inexpensive and safe mosquito repellents. These odorants, including hexanol and 2,3-butanedione, prevent CO2-sensitive neurons in mosquitoes from functioning.
Scientists developed a novel electronic sensor array to rapidly detect DNA for disease diagnosis and biological research, with ultrasensitive detection capabilities and cost-effectiveness. The Nanogap Sensor Array technology has the potential to speed up efforts in detecting debilitating diseases such as cancer and infectious viruses.
Researchers used a LEGO board with pegs to recreate microscopic activity in lab-on-a-chip devices. By analyzing the motion of beads through the array, they discovered that large particles followed deterministic paths and were influenced by phase locking.
A team of Texas and Brazilian researchers confirms that the fungus-gardening ant Mycocepurus smithii reproduces without males, with no evidence of male production or sperm storage organs. This makes the species one of the rarest examples of complete asexuality in the animal kingdom.
Researchers aim to discover proteins that cause MS, a debilitating disease affecting millions worldwide. The nationwide project could lead to effective treatments and cures.
Researchers found that brain predicts what eyes in motion will see, even before they move, allowing for a stable visual environment despite retinal image shifts. This remapping process enables continuous representation of locations across eye movement, facilitating the transition between current and expected images.
A UT Southwestern study found that minorities have worse clinical outcomes and higher rates of complications from carotid endartectomy, a procedure to prevent stroke. Higher rates of poor outcomes were due to elevated patient risk and the individual skill experience of surgeons.
Women may have a slightly higher risk of death than men in the 30 days following an acute coronary syndrome, but this difference appears to be due to factors such as severity and type of ACS. After adjusting for clinical characteristics and angiographic data, no significant difference in 30-day mortality was found.
A 2006 heat wave in California killed over 600 people and 25,000 cattle, with temperatures rising to the hottest one percent of historical records. The event was exacerbated by high humidity, which caused heat waves to last longer and fed on themselves until winds changed.
A common gene variant affects how people respond to Plavix, a leading anti-clotting medicine. This defective enzyme version reduces the drug's effectiveness in about 30% of the population, increasing their risk for strokes and heart attacks.
Researchers developed a hybrid approach to test how buildings collapse during powerful earthquakes. The new method is safer and far less expensive than traditional shake table tests, allowing for the testing of full-scale buildings. The study's results could help engineers design buildings that are less prone to sustaining damage.
A study published in Clinical Cancer Research found that a blood-flow metabolism mismatch in pancreatic tumors predicts poor patient outcome. The researchers used PET imaging to measure blood flow and glucose consumption, revealing a correlation between decreased blood flow and malignant tumors.
Researchers analyzed 17,398 patient records and found only 14 real disease associations with MGUS, not 61 as previously reported. This finding may reduce unnecessary testing and treatment for patients with MGUS.
Researchers found that people cling to their dreams until they're clearly shown the consequences of failure. The study involved students who were told varying levels of threat to their new dreams, with those receiving the strongest threat experiencing higher self-doubt and anxiety, leading them to drop their dream.
Women are slightly more likely to die from heart attacks due to a higher risk after severe presentations, while less severe cases show lower mortality rates. The study highlights the importance of considering sex in ACS research and delivery of care.
Men with coronary artery disease-induced congestive heart failure or heart attack who receive hormone therapy before or along with radiation therapy for prostate cancer have a higher risk of death, according to a study. However, in men without comorbidities, hormone therapy was not associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality.
Research by Christopher Li and colleagues found a more than four-fold increased risk of ER-negative second cancers among breast cancer survivors taking long-term tamoxifen. The study confirms earlier findings suggesting a link between tamoxifen use and increased risk of aggressive second breast cancer.
A study reinterpretated proximal colon polyps as hyperplastic in 2001 revealed a significant inter-observer variation among gastrointestinal pathologists. This discrepancy highlights the need for clarification on the pathologic interpretation of serrated colorectal polyps and their clinical significance.
Researchers at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have identified a common gene variant associated with reduced response to Plavix, a popular anti-clotting medication. The study confirms a previously reported link between the CYP2C19 gene and decreased response to clopidogrel.
Researchers from UCLA and Pittsburgh found that obese individuals have a 8% less brain tissue than those with normal weight, while overweight individuals have 4% less tissue. This increased risk is linked to severe brain degeneration and cognitive decline.
A study found that typhoid fever cases in the US are often associated with international travel to the Indian subcontinent and are increasingly resistant to common treatments. The majority of cases were linked to travelers who visited friends or family, highlighting the need for improved vaccination coverage and prevention measures.
Researchers at the University of Leeds discovered a significant link between pre-eclampsia and dietary ergothioneine, a known antioxidant. The study found elevated levels of this compound in pregnant women with pre-eclampsia, suggesting its potential role in understanding the condition's cause.
The Constrained Vapor Bubble (CVB) experiment aims to understand heat and mass transfer operations in microgravity. It will provide valuable data for developing new cooling systems for spacecraft and electronics devices, as well as improving terrestrial heat transfer devices.
In Brazilian folk religion Candomblé, animal sacrifice plays a crucial role in the believers' requests and desires, believed to 'feed' supernatural deities known as orishas. The practice is fundamental to many religions, including Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Researchers at the University of Texas at San Antonio have published an 11-minute video in JoVE to demonstrate their novel hormone extraction technique. The video provides a clear format for communicating complex scientific experiments and has received nearly 3,000 views since its publication.
Valentin Dragoi, a neurobiology expert at UT Medical School at Houston, has been awarded a four-year, $1.2 million grant to study the signals of populations of neurons in different regions of the cerebral cortex. The project aims to understand how neuronal networks operate in both normal and dysfunctional states.
A new study by LSU professor Patrick Hesp and USGS scientist David Rubin suggests that Titan's linear dunes could be formed by single-direction winds due to cohesive sediment. This alternative hypothesis has significant implications for studying Titan's composition, origin, evolution, and surface features.
Researchers developed a new technology using ambient sound to aid Parkinson's patients speaking louder and more clearly. The system, which plays background babble noise when the patient begins to speak, shows significant improvement in speech changes after eight weeks of training.
A Virginia Tech-led research team is designing a program to help pre-diabetic adults begin and maintain resistance training. The goal is to improve insulin and glucose metabolism, reducing the risk of diabetes. A five-year study will test theory-based approaches to encourage long-term adherence to resistance training.
A genetic variation, CYP2C19*2, affects platelet response to clopidogrel and is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events. The study found that carriers of the variant had a higher likelihood of experiencing a cardiovascular ischemic event or death compared to non-carriers after 1 year of follow-up.
Researchers discovered that genetic material regulators beyond the SHOX gene itself play a crucial role in developing growth disorders. A study of 893 patients with short stature found that enhancer mutations, far from the affected gene, can cause the same clinical symptoms as direct gene mutations.
The American College of Preventive Medicine has launched a web page featuring an extensive literature review on lifestyle medicine, summarizing scientific evidence supporting lifestyle interventions. The review aims to inform physicians about the principles of lifestyle medicine and provide guidelines for effective behavior change inte...
A team led by Robert Clauer aims to build a chain of space weather instrument stations in Antarctica to better understand the effects of space weather on Earth's technologies. The project will provide insights into space plasma physics and help predict space weather conditions.
A rare case of duodenal obstruction after successful embolization for duodenal diverticular hemorrhage was reported. The study highlights the importance of thorough observation of resolving hematomas and conservative treatment before surgery to relieve duodenal fibrotic encasement.
Scientists from Stanford University and their international colleagues use cutting-edge technology to monitor the Gulf of Aqaba's surface currents, shedding light on its complex dynamics. The research helps environmental agencies respond to spills and minimize pollution, while also informing large-scale water projects.
The University of Kentucky Center for Public Health Systems and Services Research has received a $600,000 grant to create an integrated dataset that will provide researchers with access to critical information to inform translational practice decisions. The dataset will combine survey data from various organizations, enabling users to ...
Researchers found that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with an increased risk of thoughts of suicide in Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans. The study, published in the Journal of Traumatic Stress, indicates that PTSD is a primary risk factor for suicide-related thoughts, even after accounting for other mental disorders.
Hip fracture rates declined by 31.8% in females and 25% in males between 1985 and 2005, with the largest decrease among individuals aged 55-64 years. The reasons for this decline are unclear, but factors such as overweight and obesity may contribute.
Tropical lizards detect effects of global warming in climate change research, highlighting threat to species and ecosystems, and human health. The loss of predators due to global warming disrupts natural biodiversity, leading to irreversible long-term consequences.
A study analyzing business return to New Orleans post-Katrina found that 65% of businesses reopened by October 2007. The main concerns cited by remaining closed businesses were levee protection and damage to physical locations, with financing becoming a primary worry later on.