Archive: 24/12/2013

Molecular mitigation: Deleting microRNA-155 reduces autoimmune response

(Medical Xpress)—While our immune system protects us from myriad bacterial and viral attacks by producing antigen-specific antibodies, this process can sometimes go awry. In such cases, the antibodies target cells and tissues ...

Dec 24, 2013 feature

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Changes in gene explain more of inherited risk for rare disease

(Medical Xpress)—Changes to a gene called LZTR1 predispose people to develop a rare disorder where multiple tumors called schwannomas form near nerve pathways, according to a study published today in the journal Nature ...

Dec 24, 2013

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The brain also produces the sex hormone oestrogen

The female sex hormone oestrogen can be produced and released from the brain as well as the ovaries, according to a study.

Dec 24, 2013

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Study: Toys, books, cribs can harbor bacteria for long periods

(Medical Xpress)—Numerous scientific studies have concluded that two common bacteria that cause colds, ear infections, strep throat and more serious infections cannot live for long outside the human body. So conventional ...

Dec 24, 2013

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New genetic screening test for Lynch Syndrome

People at high risk of cancer of the bowel and womb due to a genetic condition will receive a more accurate diagnosis as a result of a new model developed by a team of international scientists.

Dec 24, 2013

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Research suggests exercise reduces disease risk among Hispanic population

(Medical Xpress)—Over time, exposure to stress can cause wear and tear on the body. Referred to as allostatic load, this measure of stress exposure can indicate an increased risk for a number of chronic diseases such as ...

Dec 24, 2013

Researchers identify variation in gene PLD3 can increase risk of late-onset Alzheimers disease

(Medical Xpress)—A new study, part-funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC), the Wellcome Trust and Alzheimer's Research UK, has shown that a fault in a gene called phospholipase D3 (PLD3) can contribute to the overproduction ...

Dec 24, 2013

Using maths, researchers seek to improve success in transplants

Given that 10.5% of patients who receive a transplant reject the new organ, researchers at the Center of Research and Advanced Studies of the National Polytechnic Institute (Cinvestav) are working in the design of a tool ...

Dec 24, 2013

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Genetic clue to fighting new strains of flu

(Medical Xpress)—Researchers at the University of Melbourne have discovered a genetic marker that can accurately predict which patients will experience more severe disease in a new strain of influenza (H7N9) currently found ...

Dec 24, 2013

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Face lab psychologists develop average face of Doctor Who

Millions of Dr Who fans are set to be gripped as the latest incarnation of the famous Time Lord is unveiled on Christmas Day.

Dec 24, 2013

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