Health
Some genetic sequencing fail to analyze large segments of DNA
UTSW experts: Gaps in clinical whole exome sequencing at major commercial labs indicative of larger issueCredit: UTSW Highlights: Reanalysis of...
Epilepsy study shows link between brain activity and memory
Cedars-Sinai research findings could lead to better treatments for cognitive impairment in epilepsy patientsCredit: Cedars-Sinai LOS ANGELES (Jan. 6, 2020)...
New imaging system and artificial intelligence algorithm accurately identify brain tumors
Credit: Daniel Orringer, NYU Langone Health A novel method of combining advanced optical imaging with an artificial intelligence algorithm produces...
Half of women with heart failure get the wrong treatment
As many as 50 per cent of women suffering from cardiac arrest are given insufficient treatment, because the heart failure...
False negatives: Delayed Zika effects in babies who appeared normal at birth
Credit: Children's National Hospital Colombian infants exposed to Zika virus in the womb showed neurodevelopmental delays as toddlers, despite having...
Insufficient home care the biggest challenge to overcome after release from hospital
Ontario patients and caregivers consistently prioritized insufficient publicly funded home care services as the gap in the health system that...
MDI Biological Laboratory to expand innovative data literacy program
Grant will support study of seasonal variations of arsenic in well waterJane E. Disney, Ph.D., is the leader of the...
Using gene therapy to treat chronic traumatic encephalopathy
Credit: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers New Rochelle, NY, January 3, 2020--A new study shows the feasibility of using gene...
Less offspring due to territorial conflicts
Female chimpanzees' reproductive success decreases in times of strong territorial conflict with other groupsCredit: Liran Samuni Both species, humans and...
Drug trial seeking first ever treatment for dangerous side effect of Prader-Willi syndrome
A worldwide research effort is underway for finding a treatment option for hyperphagia, the most common genetic cause of life-threatening...
Research identifies changes in neural circuits underlying self-control during adolescence
Penn study shows developing brain networks support cognition in youthCredit: Graham Baum PHILADELPHIA -- The human brain is organized into...
New radiotracer offers opportunities for earlier intervention after heart attack
Credit: Z Varasteh and S Robu, Department of Nuclear Medicine, Klinikum rechts der Isar der TUM, Munich, Germany. Reston, VA--Insights...
Plants can improve your work life
The mere sight of an indoor plant can reduce stressCredit: Masahiro Toyoda A study out of the University of Hyogo...
1ST reported occurrence & treatment of spaceflight medical risk 200+ miles above earth
Credit: NASA New Orleans, LA - Serena Auñón-Chancellor, M.D., M.P.H., Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at LSU Health New Orleans...
Extra benefit from epilepsy neurostimulators — reducing comorbid neuropsychiatric symptoms
Case studies show five people who found better treatments for neuropsychiatric symptoms from data collected while patients were at homeCredit:...
Engrams emerging as the basic unit of memory
Credit: Takashi Kitamura/MIT Picower Institute Though scientist Richard Semon introduced the concept of the "engram" 115 years ago to posit...
Taking the measure of glycans
Researchers capture variability in antibodyCredit: De Leoz et al., MCP 2019 When Lorna De Leoz invited laboratories to participate in...
Study: Hearing develops in tandem with form and function
Mouse model insight could focus future hearing loss reversal research on early developmentCredit: Oregon Health & Science University New research...
Global call to action on FH aims to improve diagnosis and treatment
Credit: The FH Foundation The FH Foundation, World Heart Federation, and an international coalition join together to tackle the global...
Lower risk for malignant melanoma after bariatric surgery
Credit: Photo by University of Gothenburg Bariatric surgery is associated with a distinct reduction in skin-cancer risk, a study shows....
