Researchers say they have identified a new disease gene that, when mutated, appears to increase…
Month: August 2016
Molecule in brain may drive cocaine addiction, scientists show
Increased levels of a molecule in the brain, called hypocretin, may contribute to cocaine addiction,…
Analysis of metastatic prostate cancers suggests treatment options
A new study maps out abnormal signaling pathways in prostate cancer cells and provides computational…
First-in-U.S. blood test that assesses risk of heart attack using plasma ceramides
A new type of blood test has been launched that will be used to predict…
New guidelines published for physicians treating patients with kidney stones
New extensive guidelines have been published for the surgical management of kidney stones. Kidney stones…
New technology enlisted in battle against hepatitis B
A method for “silencing” RNA that has recently emerged is in clinical trials in Europe,…
Treating at the earliest sign of MS may offer long-term benefit
Starting medication for multiple sclerosis (MS) in people who show the beginning signs of the…
Cutting off the cancer fuel supply
Research has identified a new approach to cancer therapy in cutting off a cancer cell’s…
Frozen embryos more effective than fresh in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) who receive frozen embryos during in vitro fertilization have…
Cassini finds flooded canyons on Saturn’s moon Titan
NASA’s Cassini spacecraft has found deep, steep-sided canyons on Saturn’s moon Titan that are flooded…