Archive: 10/08/2017

Stress may switch on bone 'mets'

Stress stimulates the formation of blood vessels in bone and may help breast cancer cells to invade this organ.

Aug 10, 2017

A note of caution amidst a 'revolution' in hepatitis C treatment

As new treatments for hepatitis C reshape the landscape, new data from UNSW underscore the need to address issues including discrimination, stigma and engaging marginalised communities.

Aug 10, 2017

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Tumour blood supply stopped in its tracks by modified natural compound

Researchers have discovered how the modified natural compound dextran-catechin disrupts formation of blood vessels that fuel growth in the childhood cancer neuroblastoma.

Aug 10, 2017

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Gene editing embryos may lead to 'pursuit of a conception of perfection'

Last week, scientists published a study that overcame a massive hurdle in the quest to eradicate dangerous genetic diseases. By employing the CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing method on human embryos, researchers for the first time ...

Aug 10, 2017

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Method offers better conditions for studying insulin-producing cells

Researchers have established a unique method enabling them to study the function of insulin-producing cells under conditions that are similar to those in humans. This can pave the way to development of new medicines for the ...

Aug 10, 2017

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Hormone from fat tissue can give protection against polycystic ovary syndrome

Obesity and reduced insulin sensitivity are common in polycystic ovary syndrome, PCOS. New research based on animal studies, and to be published in the journal PNAS, reveals that the hormone adiponectin can protect against ...

Aug 10, 2017

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Receptor dynamics provide new potential for pharmaceutical developments

The dynamics among certain so-called G protein-coupled receptors, of vital importance for the function of cells in the body, are different than previously believed. This has been reported by researchers from Karolinska Institutet ...

Aug 10, 2017

Mechanism behind sudden cardiac deaths in sports uncovered

Researchers have worked out the mechanism behind sudden cardiac deaths that follow a hard blow to the chest.

Aug 10, 2017

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700,000 insecticide-tainted eggs imported to UK: govt

Around 700,000 eggs implicated in a Dutch insecticide scandal have been distributed in Britain in processed food, authorities said Thursday, while playing down the risk to public health.

Aug 10, 2017

Expert discusses repercussions of helicopter parenting

It's no secret that most parents only want what is best for their children, but what happens when parents become too involved in their lives? One Baylor College of Medicine expert explains the repercussions helicopter parenting ...

Aug 10, 2017

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Archive: 10/08/2017

Stress may switch on bone 'mets'

A note of caution amidst a 'revolution' in hepatitis C treatment

Tumour blood supply stopped in its tracks by modified natural compound

Gene editing embryos may lead to 'pursuit of a conception of perfection'

Method offers better conditions for studying insulin-producing cells

Hormone from fat tissue can give protection against polycystic ovary syndrome

Receptor dynamics provide new potential for pharmaceutical developments

Mechanism behind sudden cardiac deaths in sports uncovered

700,000 insecticide-tainted eggs imported to UK: govt

Expert discusses repercussions of helicopter parenting

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