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Changing Behavior Helps Patients Take Medication As Prescribed
Researchers found that
applying behavior changing
strategies, such as using
pill boxes or reducing the
number of daily doses, can
... > full story
'Lifeless' Prions Capable of Evolutionary Change and Adaptation
Scientists have determined
for the first time that
prions, bits of infectious
protein devoid of DNA or RNA
that can cause fatal
... > full story
Biofilms: Researchers Discover New Ways to Treat Chronic Infections
Researchers have identified
three key regulators
required for the formation
and development of biofilms.
The discovery could lead to
... > full story
Small Molecules Found to Protect Cells in Multiple Models of Parkinson's Disease
Several structurally similar
small molecules appear
capable of protecting cells
from alpha-synuclein
toxicity, a hallmark of
... > full story
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Fungus Contaminant in Corn, Peanuts, Soybeans: Chlorophyll Effective Against Aflatoxin
January 3, 2010 — A new study has found that chlorophyll and its derivative chlorophyllin are effective in limiting the absorption of aflatoxin in humans. Aflatoxin is produced by a fungus that is a contaminant of ... > full story -
Genomic Differences Identified in Common Skin Diseases May Lead to Better Treatments
January 2, 2010 — Scientists have drilled down on the molecular nitty-gritty that distinguishes the two most common forms of inflammatory skin disease, atopic eczema and psoriasis. The researchers say that the ability ... > full story -
New Research Could Advance Research Field Critical to Personalized Medicine
January 1, 2010 — It's the ultimate goal in the treatment of cancer: tailoring a person's therapy based on his or her genetic makeup. While a lofty goal, scientists are steadily moving forward, rapidly exploiting new ... > full story -
The Cancer 'TRAP': Protein May Prevent Cancer Cell Death
January 1, 2010 — New research suggests that TNF-receptor associated protein-1 (TRAP-1) may prevent cancer cell ... > full story -
Treating Alcohol-Use Disorders and Tuberculosis Together
December 31, 2009 — Treatment for alcohol use disorders and tuberculosis (TB) is rarely integrated, even though the two diseases have a high co-occurrence. American and Russian researchers have jointly designed and are ... > full story -
Scientists Develop Technique to Determine Ethnic Origin of Stem Cell Lines
December 31, 2009 — Scientists have developed a straightforward technique to determine the ethnic origin of stem cells. The team's analysis of a variety of human embryonic stem cell lines currently in use in research ... > full story -
Addictive Effects of Caffeine on Kids Being Studied
December 31, 2009 — Caffeine is a stimulant drug, although legal, and adults use it widely to perk themselves up: Being "addicted" to caffeine is considered perfectly normal. But how strong is caffeine's appeal in young ... > full story -
Gene Increases Effectiveness of Drugs Used to Fight Cancer and Allows Reduction in Dosage
December 31, 2009 — The gene in question is a suicide gene, called "gene E," which leads to the death of tumor cells derived from breast, lung and colon cancer, and prevents their growth. Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and ... > full story -
Combination Therapy Better Than Leading Drug for Bipolar Disorder, Study Suggests
December 31, 2009 — People with bipolar disorder are less likely to suffer a relapse if they are taking both lithium and sodium valproate rather than the drug valproate alone, a new study has ... > full story -
Multitasking May Be Achilles Heel for Hepatitis C
December 31, 2009 — Despite its tiny genome, the hepatitis C virus packs a mean punch. The virus is a microcosm of efficiency, and each of its amino acids plays multiple roles in its survival and ability to sidestep ... > full story
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