Queen Mary, University of London
Researchers complete largest genetic sequencing study of human disease
Researchers from Queen Mary, University of London have led the largest sequencing study of human disease to date, investigating the genetic basis of six autoimmune diseases.
Genetics
May 22, 2013 |
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First evidence for genetic cause for Barrett's oesophagus found
Genetic variations that are linked with the onset of Barrett's oesophagus (BE), a pre-cancerous condition of the lower end of the gullet, have been identified for the first time. The discovery of variations in regions on ...
Genetics
Sep 09, 2012 |
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High doses of Vitamin D help tuberculosis patients recover more quickly
For decades before antibiotics became generally available, sunshine was used to treat tuberculosis, with patients often being sent to Swiss clinics to soak up the sun's healing rays. Now, for the first time scientists have ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Sep 03, 2012 |
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Gene identified in some melanoma linked to increased resistance to treatment
(Medical Xpress)—Scientists at Queen Mary, University of London have identified a gene present in some melanoma which appears to make the tumour cells more resistant to treatment, according to research ...
Cancer
Feb 19, 2013 |
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Scientists identify new therapeutic target for coronary heart disease
Scientists investigating how certain genes affect an individual's risk of developing coronary heart disease have identified a new therapeutic target, according to research published today in The American Journal of Human Ge ...
Cardiology
Feb 14, 2013 |
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Scientists identify genetic mutation behind rare disease
(Medical Xpress)—Researchers from Queen Mary, University of London, and Barts Health NHS Trust have identified the genetic mutation behind a devastating disease of the small intestine.
Genetics
Jan 04, 2013 |
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Research opens up possibility of therapies to restore blood-brain barrier
(Medical Xpress)—Research led by Queen Mary, University of London, has opened up the possibility that drug therapies may one day be able to restore the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, potentially ...
Medical research
Jan 02, 2013 |
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Researchers shed light on the workings of the body's immune response
Researchers from Queen Mary, University of London have discovered that two proteins which are believed to play a key role in controlling the body's immune response are found in lower levels in T lymphocytes from patients ...
Immunology
Dec 12, 2012 |
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Repeated job strain is a risk factor for depression, study finds
(Medical Xpress)—Overworked employees with little power in the workplace are at an increased risk of developing major depressive disorder (MDD), according to a new study from researchers at Queen Mary, ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Oct 19, 2012 |
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Shape of urine stream can indicate prostate issues
Scientists at Queen Mary, University of London have discovered that the characteristic shape of a man's urine stream could be used to help diagnose urinary problems.
Cancer
Oct 16, 2012 |
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Need a reason to recognize Global Handwashing Day? Research shows money and credit cards contain faecal matter
(Medical Xpress)—One in 10 bank cards and one in seven notes are contaminated with faecal organisms, research from Queen Mary, University of London has revealed.
Health
Oct 15, 2012 |
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New gene test detects early mouth cancer risk
Researchers from Queen Mary, University of London have developed a new gene test that can detect pre-cancerous cells in patients with benign-looking mouth lesions. The test could potentially allow at-risk patients to receive ...
Cancer
Oct 04, 2012 |
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Key mechanism for controlling body's inflammatory response discovered
Researchers at Queen Mary, University of London have discovered how a key molecule controls the body's inflammatory responses. The molecule, known as p110delta, fine-tunes inflammation to avoid excessive reactions that can ...
Immunology
Sep 30, 2012 |
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Unemployment causes more mental health problems among Somalis in London than in Minneapolis
Somali immigrants to the UK and USA appear to integrate better and have fewer mental health problems if they are allowed to work and they receive practical support during the first few years of their time in the new country, ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Sep 07, 2012 |
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Treatment for cervical disease is not linked to increased risk of preterm births
Treatment for cervical disease does not appear to increase the risk of subsequently giving birth prematurely, according to a study of over 44,000 women in England. The study, published online in the British Medical Journal today, ...
Obstetrics & gynaecology
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