DNA vaccine leads to immune responses in HPV-related head and neck cancer
PHILADELPHIA - A therapeutic vaccine can boost antibodies and T cells, helping them infiltrate tumors and fight off human papillomavirus (HPV)-related head and neck cancer....
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Eight of 10 people with cancer risk genes don’t know it
New Haven, Conn. -- Genomic screening of more than 50,000 people shows that more than 80% of those who carry an identifiable genetic risk for...
The link between cognitive function and sexuality in older adults
The number of people who live at home with Alzheimer's Disease (AD), a brain disease that causes abnormal changes that kill brain cells, is expected...
Brown researchers teach computers to see optical illusions
Credit: Serre Lab/Brown University PROVIDENCE, R.I. -- Is that circle green or gray? Are the center lines straight or tilted? Optical illusions can be fun...
Study: Emissions from most diesel cars in Europe greatly exceed laboratory testing levels
In September 2015, the German automaker Volkswagen was found to have illegally cheated federal emissions tests in the United States, by intentionally programming emissions control...
New study estimates the caregiving costs for families
"Informal care" is the term used in medicine to describe unpaid care provided by family and friends. It's an important lifeline for millions of older...
MSU-Spectrum Health researchers identify new genetic disorder
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 21, 2018 - Researchers from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and physicians from Spectrum Health have identified for the...
USD 2.7 million to fight Clostridium difficile diarrhea
One man's trash is another man's treasure, as the saying goes. If things go to plan, feces from registered and thoroughly tested healthy donors will...
Tobacco display ban linked to fewer children buying cigarettes in shops
The research, the first analysis of the impact of the 2015 tobacco display ban in England, assessed survey responses from 18,000 11-15 year olds from...
BU researchers define possible molecular pathway for neurodegeneration in prion diseases
(Boston)-- A new study has shed light on the mechanisms underlying the progression of prion diseases and identified a potential target for treatment. Prion diseases...
Why vaccines are important — A plea against vaccinophobia
Credit: Springer Nature The increasing distrust in vaccinations has triggered an extensive scientific and public debate over whether or not it is useful, safe and...
Using viruses to fight resistant bacteria
(Helmholtz Zentrum München - German Research Center for Environmental Health) Dr. Li Deng of Helmholtz Zentrum München has been awarded a Starting Grant of the...
New research reveals a mitochondrial gene that protects against Alzheimer’s disease
New research from USC has uncovered a previously unknown genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The study provides insights on how these...
Leopoldina Annual Assembly to discuss issues spanning ten years of science-based policy advice
In its role as German National Academy of Sciences, the Leopoldina has been advising politicians and society on key future issues for ten years. In...
Insulin shows great potential against chronic colitis
Credit: University of Copenhagen, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences Millions of people take insulin every day to treat their diabetes. But diabetes is not...
