Archive: 12/01/2014

Tweaking MRI to track creatine may spot heart problems earlier, study suggests

A new MRI method to map creatine at higher resolutions in the heart may help clinicians and scientists find abnormalities and disorders earlier than traditional diagnostic methods, researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine ...

Jan 12, 2014

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Study finds targetable mutation in rare brain tumor

A team led by investigators from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) and the Broad Institute has found that a gene mutation associated with several types of cancer also may be responsible ...

Jan 12, 2014

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Research uncovers key difference between our bodies' fight against viruses and bacteria

Scientists at The University of Nottingham have discovered a key difference in the biological mechanisms by which the immune system responds to viral and bacterial pathogens.

Jan 12, 2014

Ultrasound directed to the human brain can boost sensory performance

Whales, bats, and even praying mantises use ultrasound as a sensory guidance system—and now a new study has found that ultrasound can modulate brain activity to heighten sensory perception in humans.

Jan 12, 2014

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Immune system development linked to leukemia

Scientists have discovered a genetic signature that implicates a key mechanism in the immune system as a driving force for a type of childhood leukaemia.

Jan 12, 2014

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Study identifies population of stem-like cells where HIV persists in spite of treatment

Although antiviral therapy against HIV suppresses viral replication and allows infected individuals to live relatively healthy lives for many years, the virus persists in the body, and replication resumes if treatment is ...

Jan 12, 2014

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It's all coming back to me now: Researchers find caffeine enhances memory

For some, it's the tradition of steeping tealeaves to brew the perfect cup of tea. For others, it's the morning shuffle to a coffee maker for a hot jolt of java. Then there are those who like their wake up with the kind of ...

Jan 12, 2014

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Scientists solve 40-year mystery of how sodium controls opioid brain signaling

Scientists have discovered how the element sodium influences the signaling of a major class of brain cell receptors, known as opioid receptors. The discovery, from The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) and the University ...

Jan 12, 2014

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Non-coding DNA implicated in type 2 diabetes

Variations in non-coding sections of the genome might be important contributors to type 2 diabetes risk, according to a new study.

Jan 12, 2014

Ease into a workout program to prevent injuries

(HealthDay)—If your New Year's resolution was to get in shape, you should ease into your exercise program, an expert warns. Trying to get quick results could do more harm than good.

Jan 12, 2014

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