40 percent of patients with castration-resistant metastatic prostate cancer (mCRPC) treated with docetaxel following abiraterone…
Month: January 2016
One hookah tobacco smoking session delivers 25 times the tar of a single cigarette
As cigarette smoking rates fall, more people are smoking tobacco from hookahs: communal pipes that…
Researchers closer to better treatment for leading cause of hospital-acquired diarrhea
Researchers have obtained the crystal structure of a toxin from the bacterium Clostridium difficile (‘C….
Researchers film beautiful flower formations inside artificial cell membranes
Every day all over the world, researchers work with artificial cell membranes. Despite the fact…
Playing american football may be a risk factor for hypertension, researchers suggest
As National Football League playoff games are underway, a new article suggests that the toll…
Potential heart disorder cause, treatment identified
A novel therapy tested scientists for treating a fatal heart disorder in dogs might ultimately…
How sensitive, accurate are routine NMR and MS instruments?
A new article draws specific attention to the ‘must know’ factors, which are necessary in…
Transcendental Meditation may reduce PTSD symptoms, medication use in active-duty personnel
Regular practice of Transcendental Meditation enables some active duty service members battling post-traumatic stress disorder…
High folic acid intake in aged mice causes a lowered immune response
A study in aged mice shows that excess folic acid intake causes lowered immune function…
Mothers’ appetites can keep size of wild animal groups in check
The eating habits of mothers may be key to keeping wild animal populations steady, a…