A new study finds that chronic hypertension increases a person's susceptibility to glaucoma by damaging blood vessels in the eye. This damage compromises the eye's capacity to cope with changes in blood flow, making hypertension a risk factor for the potentially blinding eye disorder.
Researchers found a positive association between fruit and vegetable intake in men and the availability of healthy outlets around their home. In contrast, no such link was found for women, suggesting they may rely on other factors when making dietary choices.
Researchers have found that green walls are suitable for absorbing environmental noise and acting as acoustic insulation, improving life quality and reducing pollution. The study also shows that green walls can be effective in high and low frequencies, making them a potential solution for acoustic insulation.
Researchers from RIKEN and Okayama University identified PHT4;4 as the transport protein allowing vitamin C to enter chloroplasts. This discovery could lead to crop plants with higher tolerances to environmental stress, reducing damage to farmland in regions with strong light.
A large study found a strong association between eating more whole grains and lower total and cardiovascular mortality rates. The researchers estimated that every serving of whole grains per day was associated with a 5% lower total mortality rate or a 9% lower CVD mortality rate.
A new study by Pranav Jindal reveals that selling extended warranties through independent firms may lower prices, but ultimately harms consumers. Consumers view paying for repairs as a loss, driving them to buy extended warranties, and loss aversion plays a key role in this behavior.
Researchers studied a rare rock covered in small diamonds, speckles of garnet, and other minerals using X-ray machines to uncover its genesis. The findings suggest diamonds form at high temperatures and pressures, contradicting previous theories.
Researchers at Salk Institute develop a new compound called fexaramine that effectively stops weight gain, lowers cholesterol and controls blood sugar levels in mice. The pill tricks the body into thinking it has consumed calories, causing it to burn fat without altering appetite.
A novel treatment approach for Huntington's disease shows promise by adjusting key signaling protein levels in experimental animals. The study improves motor function, reduces brain abnormalities, and promotes metabolic health in mice bred to model the disorder.
Patients with neurodegenerative diseases, particularly behavioral variant of frontotemporal dementia, exhibit high rates of criminal behavior. The study found 8.5% of patients had a history of criminal behavior, with common offenses including theft, traffic violations, and public urination.
A new study published in the American Journal of Pathology suggests that HLA class I hyperexpression on pancreatic islet cells may not be a crucial step in developing type 1 diabetes. The study found discrepancies between results from immunohistochemistry and quantitative molecular techniques.
A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology found that liver cirrhosis is more common than previously thought, affecting approximately 633,000 adults in the US yearly. The study also revealed that 69% of these individuals may not be aware they have the disease.
A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that adhering to six healthy lifestyle practices can significantly lower the risk of heart attack and cardiovascular disease. The study followed nearly 70,000 women for two decades and found that three-quarters of heart attacks in young women could be prev...
A new study found that public reporting of hospital quality data can exert downward pressure on actual prices paid for common procedures. The study suggests that insurance companies are paying closer attention to quality scores, which has helped slow price increases for bypass surgery and percutaneous coronary interventions.
Researchers are working on a £103,000 project to study electron transfer among hydrogen-bonded dimers, which could lead to new materials with unique properties. The research aims to mimic nature and understand how electrons are transferred between molecules.
Researchers found significant reductions in red and processed meat consumption and increased fruit and vegetable intake among patients who received nutrition education. This led to lower BMI and reduced oxidative stress, potentially decreasing the risk of cancer reoccurrence.
Research found that melanoma cells with higher levels of melanin have increased mitochondrial Complex II function and reactive oxygen species production. Triggering hyperpigmentation in these cells also led to increased ROS generation and complex II activity.
Georgia State University will partner with Chinese health officials to expand tobacco control efforts in major cities, protecting non-smokers from second-hand smoke and encouraging smokers to quit. The project aims to curb smoking and increase quit rates in China, where the country produces more tobacco than any other nation.
Scientists created a new modeling framework to study the relationships between different stages of a plant's life cycle. The study found that changes in environmental factors can affect the duration of subsequent stages. This research has the potential to improve crop yields and conservation efforts amid climate change.
A new study confirmed that people born weighing 6 pounds or less face an increased risk for type 2 diabetes as adults. The research identified specific biomarkers with relative predictive value, giving doctors potential new tools to understand individual risk among low birthweight women.
A study has found that cation exchange capacity varies by pine bark batch, with differences in particle size distribution being a key factor. Substrate pH had no effect on CEC, while adding sphagnum peat did not increase composite CEC. Growers can improve nutrient retention and pH stability by analyzing their substrates for CEC.
The Center will address four key topics: layered oxide ferroics, autonomously powered nano-motors, high-pressure electronic metalattices, and optically active particles. The grant supports 45 faculty members worldwide in interdisciplinary research.
Researchers at UMass Amherst found a whole plant therapy more effective than purified drug artemisinin in killing malaria parasites, even those resistant to the pharmaceutical treatment. The study suggests using the whole plant may be a sustainable alternative for treating human malaria.
A systematic evidence review found that several common treatments for knee osteoarthritis are effective for pain relief, with injectable therapies being the most effective. The review also introduced a new reporting guideline called TRIPOD to improve the quality of reporting in published articles describing prediction model studies.
A Penn State researcher developed a simple model to select the right-sized boulder to stop a truck traveling at 30 miles per hour. The model considers factors like soil density and boulder displacement, accurately predicting an effective boulder size for embassy protection.
Research in the FASEB Journal found that cold temperatures can induce cells to change from white to brown fat, which may help treat type 2 diabetes. About 30% of cells that appear white before cold stress rapidly turn into brown adipocytes.
Researchers discovered that triglyceride production in the liver is independent of insulin action, contributing to health risks in type 2 diabetics. The study's findings provide new insights into non-alcoholic liver disease and potential treatments.
New research suggests CD39, an enzyme capable of clearing high levels of adenosine triphosphate from the bloodstream, significantly improves survival of mice in severe sepsis. This discovery holds promise for effective treatment and reduction of costs associated with septic patients in intensive care units.
Women undergoing left-side breast cancer radiation therapy can reduce heart exposure by holding their breath, resulting in a 90% disease-free survival rate and a median reduction of 62% in radiation dose. The breath-hold technique also shows a lower risk of ischemic heart disease after 8 years.
A new study reveals that fructose-glucose mixtures in high-fructose corn syrup are more toxic to female mice than sucrose, reducing reproduction and lifespan. In contrast, male mice showed no significant differences between the two diets.
Research reveals that women experience stronger urges to smoke at the beginning of their menstrual cycle due to hormonal changes. This knowledge could help women overcome abstinence-related withdrawal symptoms more easily, especially during the mid-luteal phase when estrogen and progesterone levels are higher.
Duke University researchers develop software to predict genetic changes in bacteria that will allow it to evade new experimental drugs. The team successfully identified four mutations that would confer resistance, with over half of surviving colonies carrying the predicted mutation.
A new study suggests that water is bound to sulfates in Martian soil, a key finding with implications for the search for life on Mars. The research team analyzed elemental data from the Gamma Ray Spectrometer onboard the Mars Odyssey orbiter and found a spatial association between sulfur and hydrogen in the southern latitudes of Mars.
A study at Washington University School of Medicine found that a subset of obese individuals do not develop common metabolic abnormalities associated with obesity, such as insulin resistance and high blood pressure. In contrast, those who already had these problems worsened after gaining weight.
Vaccines targeting HIV can backfire and lead to increased infection rates if they activate too many viral target cells. A recent primate model study found that higher levels of activated CD4+ T cells in mucosal tissues were associated with an increased risk of infection.
Researchers have identified gene regulatory networks controlling cell wall thickening in plants, a major impediment to extracting sugars for biofuels. The study offers a framework for future research to engineer energy crops for more efficient biofuel production.
Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine have developed a modified version of an aminoglycoside that works effectively in mice without causing deafness or kidney damage. The new antibiotic, N1MS, was created by modifying the drug molecule to prevent it from entering the inner-ear cell's ion channels.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a driver model that can predict steering movements up to 95% accurately. This breakthrough may lead to safer car systems, including anti-skid and fatigue detection systems.
Scientists discovered a small molecule, 6-thiodG, that can stop cancer cell growth and shrink tumors in mice. The compound works by disrupting the normal way cells maintain telomere length, triggering cell death.
Researchers found a class of compounds that could be effective in combating infections caused by enterovirus D68, which has been linked to polio-like symptoms. The study used X-ray crystallography to learn the structure of the virus and an anti-viral compound called pleconaril.
The cholera bacterium uses a tiny spear to stab and kill neighboring bacteria, then steals their DNA through horizontal gene transfer. This mechanism allows the bacterium to become more resistant to threats, including antibiotics.
Fat cells in the skin produce antimicrobial peptides that help protect against bacterial infections, contradicting previous assumptions about the immune response. The study's findings suggest that these peptides can provide a crucial first line of defense against infection.
A recent study by Johns Hopkins Medicine reveals that random mutations during stem cell divisions significantly contribute to cancer risk, accounting for approximately two-thirds of the variation. This finding emphasizes the importance of primary prevention strategies, such as lifestyle changes and eliminating environmental factors.
Scientists at UT Arlington have developed a new method for detecting trace amounts of estrogen in small samples, improving research into cancer and other diseases. The new method is sensitive enough to detect estrogens at levels as low as 10 parts per trillion, making it applicable to human health, medicine, and environmental analysis.
A team of researchers discovered a protein called Rqc2 that specifies which amino acids are added to stalled proteins, blurring the lines of what we thought proteins could do. The study suggests potential implications for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, ALS, or Huntington's.