Managers of wildlife conservation programs are being helped by a method commonly encountered in industrial…
Month: December 2015
Nursing study examines obesity in relation to breast cancer related lymphedema
Lymphedema is a major health problem negatively affecting many breast cancer survivors survivors’ quality of…
New insights into molecular basis of memory
Scientists have shed new light on the molecular basis of memory. Their study confirms that…
Fungi may help drought-stressed wheat
Certain drought-stressed wheat cultivars perform better when their roots are in symbiosis with beneficial fungi,…
Immuno, targeted therapy provide new options for difficult-to-treat head and neck cancer
Novel strategies are on the way for difficult-to-treat and advanced head and neck cancer, the…
Growing crops on organic soils increases greenhouse gas emissions, say scientists
Drained organic soils are a considerable source of greenhouse gases, particularly carbon dioxide and nitrous…
Younger age associated with increased likelihood of targetable genotype in lung cancer
Patients younger than 50 diagnosed with non-small-cell lung cancer had a higher likelihood of having…
When cancer of unknown origin strikes, patient’s family members face increased risk
Cancer usually begins in one location and then spreads, but in 3 percent to 5…
‘Smart fat cells’ cross blood-brain barrier to catch early brain tumors
An MRI contrast agent that can pass through the blood-brain barrier will allow doctors to…
Gerontologist offers suggestions for families coping with dementia
A gerontologist offers tips on coping during the holidays with a family member who has…