Archive: 23/09/2016

Alternative oxidase from a marine animal works in mammals and combats bacterial sepsis

Mitochondrial alternative oxidase from a sea-squirt works as a safety valve for stressed mitochondria. This property enables it to stop the runaway inflammatory process that leads to multiple organ failure and eventual death ...

Sep 23, 2016

Human neuron transplants treat spinal cord injury in mice

Chronic pain and loss of bladder control are among the most devastating consequences of spinal cord injury, rated by many patients as a higher priority for treatment than paralysis or numbness. Now a UC San Francisco team ...

Sep 23, 2016

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Disparities in insulin pump use by New Zealanders with type 1 diabetes

There are significant demographic and regional disparities in the use of insulin pumps in New Zealand, according to new University of Otago research.

Sep 23, 2016

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Study reveals joint replacement surgery inequities

The provision of publicly-funded hip and knee total joint replacement (TJR) procedures varies between District Health Boards (DHBs) and national rates have not increased since 2007, new University of Otago research has found.

Sep 23, 2016