Articles tagged with Tissue Banks
Global Biobank Awareness aims to increase global visibility of biobanks, promoting their role in scientific discovery, environmental sustainability, and modern healthcare. The initiative seeks to build awareness and support among the scientific community, policymakers, and the public.
The project addresses data fragmentation in biodiversity sciences, connecting fragmented data to tackle biodiversity loss, climate change, and emerging public health threats. A collaborative effort developed five cross-cutting themes to guide data integration, emphasizing the need for large-scale community action.
Research found a strong correlation between Aβ42 peptide levels in companion dog brains and cognitive decline, supporting the use of dogs as models for Alzheimer's disease. The study's results demonstrate the potential of canine cognitive dysfunction as a tool for understanding human aging and age-related diseases.
The Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund Tissue Bank has been established to provide quality-controlled tissue and fluids for research on pancreatic diseases. The bank holds over 45,000 unique samples, including blood, urine, saliva, and tissue from patients with various types of pancreatic cancer and pancreatitis.
Researchers have found a rise in male breast cancer cases over the past two decades, despite low awareness. The study highlights the need for better information, treatment, and emotional support for men affected by the disease.
Researchers have identified three genes on chromosome 17 that play a significant role in psoriasis susceptibility. The findings are expected to lead to more successful management of the disease and potentially identify other genes involved. Further research is underway to investigate the precise role of these genes in psoriasis.