
Novel Cancer Detection Method Uses Tiny Silica Beads To Adhere To Cells
A novel method of detection
of cervical cancer cells has
now been developed. The
method uses nonspecific
adhesion of silica beads to
... > full story

New Synthetic Molecules Trigger Immune Response To HIV And Prostate Cancer
Researchers have developed
synthetic molecules capable
of enhancing the body's
immune response to HIV and
HIV-infected cells, as well
... > full story

Higher Incidence Of Thyroid Cancer In Volcanic Area Of Sicily
People living in volcanic
areas may be at a higher
risk for thyroid cancer,
according to a new study. ... > full story

Drunken Fruit Flies Help Scientists Find Potential Drug Target For Alcoholism
Drunken fruit flies have
helped researchers identify
networks of genes -- also
present in humans -- that
play a key role in alcohol
... > full story
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Raising 'Good' Cholesterol Levels May Benefit Clogged Arteries
November 8, 2009 A drug that raises levels of 'good' cholesterol, when taken in addition to standard statin therapy to lower 'bad' cholesterol, can reduce the furring up of arteries in patients with established heart ... > full story -
'Optical Biopsy' For Breast Cancer Increasingly Accurate, Research Finds
November 8, 2009 Most biopsies following mammograms reveal benign abnormalities, not cancer. But women may not have to endure the medical costs, stress and potential complications that accompany such invasive ... > full story -
Precuneus Region Of Human And Monkey Brain Is Divided Into Four Distinct Regions
November 8, 2009 New research provides a comprehensive comparative functional anatomy study in human and monkey brains which reveals highly similar brain networks preserved across evolution. Scientists examined ... > full story -
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Warmer Homes Mean Better Health For Poor People, Study Suggests
November 8, 2009 Being warm enough at home might lead to better health, according to a new review. Positive effects included reductions in breathing-related concerns such as cold and flu symptoms, first diagnosis of ... > full story -
Plastic Surgeons Offer Microsurgery Technique For Breast Reconstruction, Tummy Tuck After Mastectomy
November 8, 2009 A new microsurgery by plastic surgeons called the Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) flap procedure can offer women seeking breast reconstruction after a mastectomy some of the advantages of ... > full story -
ChIA-PET: Novel Method For 3-D Whole Genome Mapping Research
November 8, 2009 Technological advance in the study of gene expression and regulation in the genome's 3-D folding and looping state through the development of a novel ... > full story -
Psychiatric Impact Of Torture Could Be Amplified By Head Injury
November 8, 2009 Depression and other emotional symptoms in survivors of torture and other traumatic experiences may be exacerbated by the effects of head injuries, according to a new study. The researchers found ... > full story -
Two Genes Cooperate To Cause Aggressive Leukemia
November 8, 2009 Two genes, each one of which is known to cause cancer on its own, together can lead to aggressive leukemia. This is the conclusion from new research carried out on gene-modified mice by scientists in ... > full story -
Findings Key For Understanding, Interpreting Genetic Testing For Long QT Syndrome
November 8, 2009 Results of a long QT syndrome (LQTS) study play an important role in understanding genetic testing's role in diagnosing disease, according to ... > full story -
Breeding Better Broccoli: Research Points To Pumped Up Lutein Levels In Broccoli
November 8, 2009 Plant carotenoids are the most important source of vitamin A in the human diet and are considered to be valuable antioxidants capable of protecting humans from chronic diseases including macular ... > full story
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