Genetics

Shedding new light on brain calcification

Brain calcification can cause movement disorders and cognitive impairment. Researchers at the Arnesen Lab at UiB have now identified a gene that provides new insight into how these calcifications occur.

Cardiology

Artery calcification more common in night owls, shows study

Artery calcification is almost twice as common in night owls compared to early birds, according to a study from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Circadian rhythm appears to be particularly important for the heart and ...

Arthritis & Rheumatism

New research sheds light on symptoms of understudied spine disease

After hearing firsthand from patients about how the disease impacted their lives, a team of researchers and graduate students at University of Western Ontario were inspired to investigate the symptoms associated with an understudied ...

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Calcification

Calcification is the process in which calcium salts build up in soft tissue, causing it to harden. Calcifications may be classified on whether there is mineral balance or not, and the location of the calcification.

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