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Small proteins in the cornea protect against bacterial infection

When it comes to germ-busting power, the eyes have it, according to a discovery by University of California, Berkeley, researchers that could lead to new, inexpensive antimicrobial drugs.

Medical research created Sep 24, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Scientists develop a pioneering technique to effectively treat mucositis

Investigators at the University of Granada have patented a melatonin gel that is 100% effective against this inflammatory reaction.

Cancer created Feb 14, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Vaginal microbicide gel may offer a promising strategy for prevention and protection against HIV transmission

A new study shows that a microbicide gel is highly effective in block infection by the AIDS virus in a non-human primate model. In the paper published December 6 in the Open Access journal PLOS Pathogens, Dereuddre-Bosquet and co ...

HIV & AIDS created Dec 06, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Identification of developmental 'master switch' helps scientists explore function of infection-preventing cells

Every bite of food or drink of water is an invitation for potentially harmful bacteria and viruses to set up shop in the body. In order to protect against such invaders, the mucous membrane that lines the ...

Immunology created Dec 14, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Sexually transmitted HIV: Key mechanisms elucidated in men

Having suggested in 2011 that the urethra is a novel entry site for HIV, a team from the Institut Cochin (CNRS/Inserm/Université Paris Descartes, with the support of Anrs), has now confirmed this hypothesis and identified ...

HIV & AIDS created Mar 01, 2013 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Phase I study of temsirolimus, capecitabine proves safe; positive survival trend seen

A phase I clinical trial examining the safety of combining temsirolimus and capecitabine in advanced malignancies suggests the two agents can be given safely to patients. In addition, the Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive ...

Cancer created May 16, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Study finds that ultrasonic instrument may be helpful for rhinoplasty

The ultrasonic bone aspirator, which uses sound waves to remove bone without damage to surrounding soft tissue or mucous membranes, may be a useful tool for surgeons performing cosmetic rhinoplasty (cosmetic surgery of the ...

Other created Sep 19, 2011 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

A new radiotherapy technique significantly reduces irradiation of healthy tissue

Researchers at the University of Granada and the university hospital Virgen de las Nieves in Granada have developed a new radiotherapy technique that is much less toxic than that traditionally used and only targets cancerous ...

Cancer created Feb 24, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Children's hay fever relieved by cellulose power without adverse effects

A cellulose powder has been used increasingly for many years against allergic rhinitis. Still, there has been a shortage of scientific evidence for its efficacy in seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever), particularly in children. ...

Health created Jun 28, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0