University of North Carolina Health Care

Novel monoclonal antibody inhibits tumor growth in breast cancer and angiosarcoma

A monoclonal antibody targeting a protein known as SFPR2 has been shown by researchers at the University of North Carolina to inhibit tumor growth in pre-clinical models of breast cancer and angiosarcoma.

Cancer created Apr 19, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Study uncovers molecular role of gene linked to blood vessel formation

University of North Carolina researchers have discovered that disrupting a gene that acts as a regulatory switch to turn on other genes can keep blood vessels from forming and developing properly.

Medical research created Apr 29, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Persistent pain after stressful events may have a neurobiological basis

A new study led by University of North Carolina School of Medicine researchers is the first to identify a genetic risk factor for persistent pain after traumatic events such as motor vehicle collision and sexual assault.

Medical research created May 02, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0