August 26, 2013
Insights Into Genetic Causes of Childhood Epilepsies
Two novel genes were linked to severe forms of childhood epilepsies. These and other findings provide opportunities for further exploring the origins and treatment of the disorders.
Tumor Imaging Technique Tracks Responses to Cancer Therapies
A new technique that uses MRI image data to assess blood vessels in cancer tumors may help identify patients who would benefit from certain therapies.
Blood Markers May Signal Suicide Risk
Scientists identified signs in blood that might help doctors identify people with suicidal feelings and thoughts. The discovery could lead to more effective interventions.August 19, 2013
Malaria Vaccine Found Safe and Protective
A candidate malaria vaccine is safe and protects against infection in adults, according to the results of an early-stage clinical trial.
Genes Help Predict Response to Alcoholism Treatment
A set of 5 genetic variants can help predict whether an experimental treatment for alcohol dependence will succeed.
Cancer Chromosome Abnormalities Visualized in Living Cells
Researchers have observed for the first time how broken ends of chromosomes incorrectly reattach to each other—an abnormality common in cancer cells.August 12, 2013
How Diet and Activity Affect Weight in Children
A mathematical model simulates how weight and body fat in children respond to changes in diet and physical activity. The model may offer new insights for addressing childhood obesity.
New Vasculitis Therapy as Effective as Standard Care
Patients with severe vasculitis get the same benefits from just 4 doses of the drug rituximab over a month as from the standard daily therapy for 18 months, a study reports.
Mutated Genes in Schizophrenia Map to Brain Networks
People with schizophrenia have a high number of spontaneous mutations in genes that form a network in the front region of the brain. The findings reveal new clues about the disorder.August 5, 2013
Working Up a Sweat May Help Reduce Stroke Risk
New research suggests that breaking a sweat during regular physical activity may lower your risk of having a stroke.
Stem Cells Coaxed To Create Working Blood Vessels
Scientists directed human stem cells to form tiny vascular networks that can connect to the existing circulation in mice. The technique might assist future efforts to repair and regenerate tissues and organs.
Structure of a Potential Diabetes Drug Target
Researchers have determined and analyzed the structure of the human glucagon receptor. The findings may aid in the development of drugs for type 1 and type 2 diabetes and other metabolic disorders.July 29, 2013
Duration of Obesity May Affect Heart Disease
How long a young adult is obese may affect heart disease risk later in life, according to new research.
Novel Structure and Function of Typhoid Toxin
Scientists gained important insights into the reasons why Salmonella typhi, the cause of typhoid fever, is so dangerous.
Technique Forms Working Inner Ear Cells
Using an innovative 3-D culture system, researchers were able to coax mouse embryonic stem cells to form cells and structures seen in the inner ear.July 15, 2013
Urine Test Detects Kidney Transplant Rejection
Levels of certain molecules in the urine of kidney transplant recipients can provide an early sign of transplant rejection.
Brain Protein Affects Aging and Sleep
Researchers revealed how an aging-related protein in the brain affects sleep patterns.
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