A recent study published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology found that mild fever-range hyperthermia enhances the generation and differentiation of CD8+ cytotoxic T-cells, which can destroy virus-infected cells and tumor cells.
Scientists have identified small-molecule drug candidates that activate the TMEM16A channel, promoting salt and water movement in cells. The discovery could lead to new therapies for conditions such as cystic fibrosis, dry eye, and slow-transit constipation.
Scientists have discovered that Alzheimer's protein tangles involve at least three different proteins, including neurofilaments and vimentin, in addition to the previously identified tau protein. This discovery could lead to a better understanding of the disease's progression and potential new drug targets.
The FASEB MARC Program announced 17 travel awards totaling $28,050 to support scholars' teaching and mentoring skills. The program aims to increase underrepresented scientists in leadership positions, impacting the nation's health research needs.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded $232,650 to 137 students and postdoctorates, promoting diversity in biomedical research. This year's recipients include high school honors students, peer mentors, and poster/oral presenters from various institutions.
Scientists analyzed polymorphisms in the MIF gene to identify its role against bacterial infections. The study found specific variants that protect against meningitis and increase mortality.
A new study found that cigarette smoke affects the lungs in a way similar to cystic fibrosis, causing dry cough and chronic bronchitis. The study suggests that treatments for cystic fibrosis might also help people with smoking-related diseases.
Researchers found a molecule in intestinal cells that induces immune tolerance and reduces excessive immune reactions. This discovery has the potential to revolutionize treatment for autoimmune disorders such as asthma, inflammatory bowel disease, and Lupus.
A new study published in the FASEB Journal found that rats fed homobrassinolide produced an anabolic effect, increasing lean body mass, muscle mass, and physical performance. The research also suggests potential applications for brassinosteroids in treating muscle wasting conditions.
Researchers discovered that resveratrol blocks the growth of breast cancer cells by reducing estrogen receptor levels. This finding has significant implications for treating women with breast cancer whose tumors develop resistance to hormonal therapy. Resveratrol may serve as a potential tool to combat hormone-resistant breast cancer.
Scientists have identified a protein that controls the development of varicose veins, offering new hope for prevention and treatment. By inhibiting this protein, researchers were able to stall the progression of varicose veins and reduce the need for surgery, potentially improving quality of life for those affected.
New research suggests that prenatal exercise improves brain plasticity, decreases toxic protein deposits and inflammation in mice, which wards off Alzheimer's disease. Exercise during pregnancy may have a lifetime benefit for the health of newborns.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded 19 travel grants totaling $31,350 to promote diversity in biomedical research. The awards support underrepresented minority students and faculty mentors at the 2011 BMES Annual Meeting.
The FASEB MARC Program aims to increase the number of underrepresented minorities in biomedical research. For the 2011 EMS Annual Meeting, 1 student received a $1650 travel award.
The FASEB MARC Program has announced travel awards for the 2011 SACNAS Annual Meeting, aiming to increase diversity in biomedical research. Thirteen awards totaling $21,450 were given to poster presenters and faculty mentors supporting underrepresented minority students.
The FASEB MARC Program has selected 18 poster/platform presenters and faculty mentors to receive travel awards totaling $29,700. This award promotes the entry of underrepresented minorities into the basic science community, with a focus on increasing diversity in biomedical research.
A new commentary in The FASEB Journal emphasizes the importance of using only FDA-approved diagnostic tools for chronic Lyme disease. Patients should demand proof of safety and benefit before beginning treatment, as some treatments have little scientific evidence to support their effectiveness.
Researchers have discovered that sandfly saliva plays a critical role in Leishmaniasis, evading neutrophils and allowing parasites to survive within human hosts. This finding provides a new target for drug development and may lead to more accurate assessments of infection severity.
Researchers found that photoreceptor cells in the retina had a defective phagocytosis process, leading to decreased rod and cone renewal. This discovery could lead to therapeutic agents for blinding diseases related to retinal cell renewal.
The FASEB MARC Program announces the selection of six recipients, who will receive a $3,000 unrestricted career development award and a travel stipend to support their participation in national scientific meetings. The awards aim to increase competitiveness among underrepresented minorities in biomedical research.
The FASEB MARC Program has announced the winners of its 2011 Leadership Development and Grant Writing Seminar, with a total of $61,050 in awards to support underrepresented graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. The program aims to increase highly-trained underrepresented scientists in leadership positions.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded $4,950 to 3 students and postdoctorates from underrepresented minority groups for their poster/platform presentations at the ASBMR 2011 Annual Meeting. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical research through mentorship and career development opportunities.
Researchers found that individuals lacking TLR1 proteins are more susceptible to tuberculosis, leading to decreased immune function. The study suggests a potential approach for personalized therapy and prioritizing drug treatment in developing countries.
New research in the FASEB Journal suggests that nicotine can protect dopamine neurons in the brain from Parkinson's disease. The discovery of how nicotine does this may lead to entirely new types of treatments for the disease.
The FASEB MARC Program has selected three travel award recipients to promote diversity in the basic science community and encourage young scientists at the 2011 SLB Meeting. The awards totaled $4,950 and aim to increase competitiveness of underrepresented minorities engaged in biomedical research.
Research suggests that nicotinic receptors play a crucial role in establishing a balance between social interactions and competing motivations. Mice with normal or modified nicotinic receptors exhibit different social behaviors, highlighting the importance of these receptors in social interactions.
New research reveals adult stem cells have distinct epigenetic marks that prevent them from differentiating, which are lost over time. This study provides insights into the mechanisms of epigenetics and its role in regulating stem cell behavior, with potential applications in tissue degenerative disorders.
Chinese scientists have discovered genetic modifications that enable pigs to be transplanted into humans with fewer complications. Human PD-L1 overexpression in pig artery endothelial cells induces tolerance and reduces rejection response.
A daily intake of resveratrol in red wine may prevent insulin resistance and loss of bone mineral density in rats exposed to simulated weightlessness. The study suggests that resveratrol could help mitigate the negative effects of sedentary behaviors in humans.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded $13,200 to 8 students and postdoctorates from underrepresented minorities for their participation in the SDB 70th Annual Meeting. The awards aim to promote diversity in the biomedical research community.
Susan R. Wessler receives the FASEB 2012 Excellence in Science Award for her pioneering work on plant transposable elements and their impact on gene and genome evolution. Her research has led to significant advancements in understanding the role of transposons in shaping genomes.
The FASEB MARC Program has announced travel award recipients for the 2011 Society for the Study of Reproduction Annual Meeting. Eleven awards totaling $18,150 were given to promote underrepresented minority participation in biomedical research.
A team of Canadian scientists discovered that specific mixtures of antimicrobial agents presented in lipid (fatty) mixtures can significantly boost the effectiveness of those agents to kill multidrug-resistant bacteria. This new therapy has the potential to combat bacterial multidrug resistance, a growing clinical problem.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded 8 travel grants totaling $13,200 to promote underrepresented minority participation in The 25th Symposium of The Protein Society. These awards support the entry of students, postdoctorates, and scientists into the mainstream of basic science research.
The FASEB MARC Program aims to increase the number of underrepresented minorities engaged in biomedical research, with a total of $1,650 awarded this year. Dr. Patricia B. Lodato from University of Maryland School of Medicine has been selected as the recipient of the FASEB MARC Travel Award.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded $9,900 to underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates attending the AAI 2011 Advanced Course in Immunology. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical and behavioral research.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded six travel grants totaling $15,000 to support underrepresented minority students at the 2011 ISMB/ECCB Conference. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical and behavioral research.
Researchers discovered that natural killer cells contribute to dry eye disease development by inducing inflammatory responses in ocular surface and lymph nodes. This breakthrough offers hope for new treatments targeting the cellular cause of the disease, improving quality of life for millions affected.
A new study published in the FASEB Journal reveals how moderate selenium and vitamin K deficiency can lead to age-related diseases. Researchers found that damaging effects accumulate over time due to vitamin and mineral loss, highlighting the need for public health initiatives to address modest deficiencies.
The FASEB MARC Program has announced a $1,650 travel award recipient for the 2011 GSA C. elegans meeting. The program aims to increase underrepresented minorities engaged in biomedical research, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion.
New research in the FASEB Journal suggests that flawed antibody production could compromise resistance to infections during long-term missions. Scientists found that antibodies produced in space are less effective than those produced on Earth, posing a serious risk for astronauts.
Researchers develop a new paradigm in human tissue regeneration, where engineered tissue constructs induce the body's own reparative mechanisms. The study, published in The FASEB Journal, provides evidence for the first clinical trial of engineered vascular grafts in children.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded 3 travel grants totaling $4,950 to support underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates at the 22nd American Peptide Symposium. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical research by promoting participation of young scientists from underrepresented groups.
The FASEB MARC Program has selected two award recipients for the 2011 GSA Mouse Genetics conference, recognizing poster/platform presenters and faculty mentors from underrepresented minority groups. The program aims to increase diversity in biomedical research by providing travel awards totaling $3,300.
Researchers discovered a novel role for aquaporin-4 in brain inflammation, which causes astrocyte swelling and cytokine release. The study suggests that inhibition or down-regulation of aquaporin-4 expression may offer a new therapeutic option for diseases like multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica.
Researchers discovered that anti-HIV inhibitors can kill Leishmania parasites by targeting the Ddi 1 protein. This finding suggests a potential new class of drugs for treating parasitic diseases like leishmaniasis and malaria, which could one day become lifesaving treatments.
Researchers found that simvastatin significantly reduces lung damage and inflammation in severe abdominal sepsis. The study suggests statins may be of clinical value for patients with severe abdominal infections.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded 9 travel grants totaling $14,850 to support underrepresented minority students and postdoctorates at the Endocrine Society's annual meeting. This initiative aims to increase diversity in biomedical research.
New research reveals that thalidomide's toxic effects on embryos result from its breakdown products producing reactive oxygen species, causing DNA damage and birth defects. The study uses a rabbit embryo culture model to demonstrate the link between thalidomide and its hydrolysis products.
The FASEB MARC Program has awarded a travel grant of $1,650 to promote diversity in the field of bioinformatics. The award recognizes Cynthia N. Prudence's poster/platform presentation at the ISCB Great Lakes Bioinformatics Conference.