Archive: 13/12/2018

Loss of tight junction protein promotes development of precancerous cells

Tight junctions are multi-protein complexes that serve as barriers in epithelial tissues such as the skin or lining of the gut. Loss of a specific tight junction barrier protein, claudin 18, occurs in the majority of gastric ...

Dec 13, 2018

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Inability to perform basic activities delays mental health patients' discharge

Mental health patients who have difficulty performing daily living tasks are four times more likely to experience discharge delays than someone who can perform those tasks independently.

Dec 13, 2018

Blood test could lead to cystic fibrosis treatment tailored to each patient

Researchers at Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, and colleagues, used a blood test and microarray technology to identify distinct molecular signatures in ...

Dec 13, 2018