Archive: 08/25/2008
Potential diabetes treatment selectively kills autoimmune cells from human patients
In experiments using blood cells from human patients with diabetes and other autoimmune disorders, Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) researchers have confirmed the mechanism behind a potential new therapy for type 1 diabetes. ...
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Scientists discover leptin can also aid type 1 diabetics
Terminally ill rodents with type 1 diabetes have been restored to full health with a single injection of a substance other than insulin by scientists at UT Southwestern Medical Center.
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Century-old rule of chemistry overturned -- major implications for drug delivery
A new study by research chemists at the University of Warwick has challenged a century old rule of pharmacology that defined how quickly key chemicals can pass across cell walls. The new observations of the Warwick researchers ...
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Study: DNA barcoding in danger of 'ringing up' wrong species
DNA barcoding is a movement to catalog all life on earth by a simple standardized genetic tag, similar to stores labeling products with unique barcodes. The effort promises foolproof food inspection, improved border security, ...
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Aug 25, 2008 |
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Looking beyond the drug receptor for clues to drug effectiveness
Antipsychotic drugs that are widely used to treat schizophrenia and other problems may not work as scientists have assumed, according to findings from Duke University Medical Center researchers that could lead to changes ...
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Researchers find monkeys enjoy giving to others
Researchers at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Emory University, have shown capuchin monkeys, just like humans, find giving to be a satisfying experience. This finding comes on the coattails of a recent imaging ...
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Aug 25, 2008 |
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Researchers develop drought-tolerant corn
At the end of the day, drought tolerance in corn has to equate to good yields and good quality, not just good looks, said a Texas AgriLife Research scientist.
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Aug 25, 2008 |
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How to get a college roommate you can live with
Anxious college freshmen can relax. No matter who will be sharing their dorm room, they have the power to make the relationship better, University of Michigan research suggests.
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Low cholesterol associated with cancer in diabetics
Low levels of LDL cholesterol as well as high levels are associated with cancer in patients with type 2 diabetes, found a prospective cohort study published in CMAJ.
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Women may stop anticoagulants after blood clots
Women may safely discontinue oral anticoagulants (blood thinners) after 6 months of treatment following a first unprovoked venous blood clot (thromboembolism) if they have no or one risk factor, concludes a study of 646 participants ...
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Gene that causes childhood cancer neuroblastoma is found
Scientists have discovered gene mutations that are the main cause of the inherited version of the childhood cancer neuroblastoma. In addition, the researchers found that the same mutations play a significant role in high-risk ...
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Study: Vibration Exercise Slows Weight Gain
A new study by Oregon State University researchers shows that whole body vibration slows the acquisition of fat, and may also positively impact bone density.
Aug 25, 2008 |
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'Perfect Pitch' in Humans Far More Prevalent than Expected
Researchers at the University of Rochester's Eastman School of Music and Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences have developed a unique test for perfect pitch, and have found surprising results.
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Brain study could lead to new understanding of depression
(PhysOrg.com) -- Brain scientists have moved a step closer to understanding why some people may be more prone to depression than others.
Aug 25, 2008 |
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Bronze Age building saved from the sea
A team of archaeologists have saved a Bronze Age building on Shetland from destruction by the sea... by moving it brick by brick to a safe new location.
Other Sciences / Archaeology & Fossils
Aug 25, 2008 |
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