Team discovers how drug prevents aging and cancer progression
University of Montreal researchers have discovered a novel molecular mechanism that can potentially slows the aging process and may prevent the progression of some cancers. In the March 23 online edition of the prestigious ...
Medical research
Mar 27, 2013 |
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New study identifies unique mechanisms of antibiotic resistance
As public health authorities across the globe grapple with the growing problem of antibiotic resistance, Tufts University School of Medicine microbiologists and colleagues have identified the unique resistance mechanisms ...
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Mar 26, 2013 |
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New mechanism for long-term memory formation discovered
UC Irvine neurobiologists have found a novel molecular mechanism that helps trigger the formation of long-term memory. The researchers believe the discovery of this mechanism adds another piece to the puzzle in the ongoing ...
Neuroscience
Mar 25, 2013 |
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Tiny RNA molecule may have role in polycystic ovary syndrome, insulin resistance
A group of tiny RNA molecules with a big role in regulating gene expression also appear to have a role in causing insulin resistance in woman with polycystic ovary syndrome and, perhaps, in all women, researchers ...
Diabetes
Mar 19, 2013 |
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Full wired: Planar cell polarity genes guide gut neurons
The enteric nervous system (ENS), the "little brain" that resides within the gut wall, governs motility, secretion, and blood flow in the human gastrointestinal tract. Failure of the ENS to develop normally leads to congenital ...
Medical research
Mar 08, 2013 |
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New study validates longevity pathway: Findings identify universal mechanism for activating anti-aging pathway
A new study demonstrates what researchers consider conclusive evidence that the red wine compound resveratrol directly activates a protein that promotes health and longevity in animal models. What's more, the researchers ...
Medical research
Mar 07, 2013 |
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Researchers find molecular switch turning on self-renewal of liver damage
The liver is one of the few organs in our body that can regenerate itself, but how it occurs is a biological mystery. New research from BRIC, University of Copenhagen and the Finsen Laboratory, Rigshospitalet, ...
Medical research
Mar 07, 2013 |
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Breakthrough in understanding spread of cancer around the body reported
A new research study has investigated how cancer cells 'hijack' blood cells known as platelets, enabling cancer to spread around the body and promoting the growth of new tumours, it was reported today at the annual Royal ...
Cancer
Mar 06, 2013 |
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Omega-3s from fish vs. fish oil pills better at maintaining blood pressure in mouse model
Omega-3 fatty acids found in oily fish may have diverse health-promoting effects, potentially protecting the immune, nervous, and cardiovascular systems.
Health
Mar 05, 2013 |
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A coordinated response to cardiac stress
Myocardial hypertrophy, a thickening of the heart muscle, is an adaptation that occurs with increased stress on the heart, such as high blood pressure. As the heart muscle expands, it also requires greater blood flow to maintain ...
Cardiology
Mar 01, 2013 |
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Parkinson's disease: Parkin protects from neuronal cell death
Researchers from Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet (LMU) in Munich identify a novel signal transduction pathway, which activates the parkin gene and prevents stress-induced neuronal cell death.
Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Mar 01, 2013 |
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Age-proof diet for longevity
By studying the molecular mechanism of food nutrients from a Mediterranean diet in an elderly population, scientists hope to help countering their physical and mental decline.
Health
Feb 28, 2013 |
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Research reveals Huntington's hope
(Medical Xpress)—Researchers in Scotland and Germany have discovered a molecular mechanism that shows promise for developing a cure for Huntington's Disease (HD).
Neuroscience
Feb 27, 2013 |
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Gene therapy may activate stem cells in heart failure patients
(HealthDay)—Delivery of an SDF-1 encoding plasmid (JVS-100) acts a homing signal for stem cells and improves clinical status in patients with symptomatic heart failure due to ischemic cardiomyopathy (IsCM), ...
Cardiology
Feb 22, 2013 |
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Why cells stick: Phenomenon extends longevity of bonds between cells
Research carried out by scientists at the Georgia Institute of Technology and The University of Manchester has revealed new insights into how cells stick to each other and to other bodily structures, an essential function ...
Medical research
Feb 14, 2013 |
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