Neuroscience
Muscle contraction may contribute to stroke damage, researchers find
An investigation of blood flow network in the brain has revealed some surprising behavior of vessels during stroke, according to Yale researchers
Jun 26, 2015
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Medical research
Erections: What researchers learned from mice could help with sexual health in humans
Have you ever wondered how penile erection works but never dared to ask? Well, imagine a dry sponge in a condom. Now pour water on the sponge (that's the blood flowing in). There you have it.
Feb 9, 2024
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Genetics
In our cellular 'glue,' scientists find answers about heart attacks, strokes and more
University of Virginia School of Medicine scientists have found important answers about strokes, heart attacks, and cardiovascular diseases by probing the biological glue our bodies create to protect us from those deadly ...
Mar 11, 2024
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Medical research
Scientists identify genes that control smooth muscle contraction in digestive system
Researchers at UMass Medical School have identified a new molecular pathway critical for maintaining the smooth muscle tone that allows the passage of materials through the digestive system. This finding, based on studying ...
Apr 22, 2016
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Cardiology
Down regulation of microRNA-155 may underlie age-related hypertension
Hypertension and cardiac disease are common consequences of aging. Unfortunately, many elderly individuals do not respond to current therapies for reducing blood pressure, and the factors that drive age-related hypertension ...
Sep 8, 2016
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Cardiology
Review highlights beneficial interplay between caloric restriction, sirtuins and cardiovascular diseases
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to a group of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels and is a leading cause of death globally. Lifestyle factors have been linked to the incidence of CVD and the inclusion of an ...
Mar 28, 2024
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Oncology & Cancer
Researchers create unique bioengineered organoids for modeling colorectal cancer
A new study describes a unique bioengineered tissue construct, or organoid, into which colorectal cancer cells are embedded, creating a model of the tumor and surrounding extracellular matrix (ECM). Researchers can use this ...
Dec 5, 2017
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Cardiology
Exploring the role of hypoxia-inducible factors in vascular smooth muscle cells under panvascular pathologies
As an emerging concept, panvascular diseases encompass a group of cardiovascular disorders characterized mainly by atherosclerosis, involving crucial organs such as the heart, brain, kidneys, and limbs. Hypoxia-inducible ...
Aug 28, 2023
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Cardiology
Coating stents with vitamin C could reduce clotting risks
Every year, more than 1 million people in the U.S. who have suffered heart attacks or chest pain from blocked arteries have little mesh tubes called stents inserted into their blood vessels to prop them open. The procedure ...
May 28, 2014
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Medical research
How mechanical stretching forces impact human vascular cells
Cardiovascular diseases are globally the main cause of death and vascular tissue integrity is important for the proper functionality and homeostasis of the blood system. Therefore, a profound understanding of vascular cell ...
Oct 19, 2015
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