The research data provides insights into the biology of Alzheimer's disease among Mexican Americans, highlighting lower levels of beta amyloid protein and earlier onset of cognitive loss compared to non-Latino whites. This comprehensive study is a first-of-its-kind examination of health disparities and diagnostic opportunities for unde...
The Gibson D. Lewis Health Sciences Library at UNT Health Science Center is leading health literacy outreach in seven states through a $6.4 million grant from the National Library of Medicine. The library aims to promote health and health literacy among diverse communities, tackling severe health disparities and low health literacy rates.
Keratoconus Dystrophy affects 30% of people with Down syndrome, causing vision problems and potentially requiring corneal transplants. The research aims to identify individuals at risk and explore prevention options through the use of biospecimens from the DSA Biobank.
The University of North Texas Health Science Center has received a $45 million grant to study health disparities in Alzheimer's disease among multi-ethnic populations. The research aims to understand the biological framework of the disease in Mexican Americans, who develop Alzheimer's 10 years earlier than non-Latino whites.
A researcher has received a five-year, $1.8 million grant to develop and improve oral drug delivery systems for poorly water-soluble molecules. The goal is to increase the effectiveness of these drugs, which currently have limited technology options.
A study by Dr. Jianye Ge and colleagues suggests that millions of DNA testing cases may be incorrectly interpreted due to limited genetic information. The new technology has been shown to substantially reduce the chance of mistakes in kinship relationship testing, which could have serious consequences for individuals and families.
A team of international researchers led by Dr. Kunlin Jin used stem cells to boost a person's immune system and ward off COVID-19 pneumonia. The study showed that intravenous infusion of clinical-grade human mesenchymal stem cells is a safe and efficient approach for treating patients with severe cases.
The Pharmacist-Led Chronic Care Management Services model has been shown to improve patient outcomes and streamline medication regimens. By integrating pharmacists into the healthcare team, patients receive comprehensive medication management and lifestyle education.
Dr. Jin Liu is working on a $437,864 grant to develop more precise gene editing using CRISPR-Cas9 technology, aiming to reduce off-target effects and increase on-target effectiveness for treating life-threatening diseases such as cancer, eye diseases, and sickle cell anemia.
The UNT Health Science Center has been awarded a $3.75 million federal grant to expand its WE HAIL geriatric training program, which aims to prepare healthcare professionals to treat older adults with unique and complex needs. The program, already recognized for its success in serving older Texans, will now be expanded to include addit...
A 2 ½-year study found that osteopathic physicians' empathetic approach reduces pain catastrophizing and disability among patients with chronic pain. Osteopathic physicians are also less likely to prescribe opioids, aligning with CDC guidelines.
A team of researchers from the University of North Texas Health Science Center discovered a new approach to combating melanoma by targeting the NGLY1 protein. The study found that when normal cells are inhibited, they survive, but cancer cells with low or no NGLY1 activity die quickly.
Uveitis, a serious eye disease, affects 200,000 people in the US and can lead to irreversible blindness. MDM2 inhibitors have been found to inhibit ocular inflammation, suggesting a new treatment option with reduced systemic side effects.