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First university-based research center devoted to studying epigenetics

With a $5 million, five-year federal grant, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is establishing what is believed to be the first university-based research center devoted to studying epigenetics

28 Jun 2004

Prince Charles has called for more research into the benefits of complementary therapies for cancer patients

His Royal Highness was speaking at a conference hosted by five major charities, including The Prince of Wales’s Foundation for Integrated Health of which he is President.

28 Jun 2004

Researching the history of reproductive medicine during the Nazi era is still taboo

Researching the history of reproductive medicine during the Nazi era is still taboo, a leading German professor will tell the 20th annual conference of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology today (Monday 28 June).

28 Jun 2004

A moderately high protein diet could reduce a woman’s chances of becoming pregnant

A moderately high protein diet could reduce a woman’s chances of becoming pregnant, according to new research presented at the 20th annual conference of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology today on Monday 28 June.

28 Jun 2004

A gene involved in the adhesion of cells is less active in breast tumors with a poor prognosis than those that are less aggressive

Physicians may be able to make early decisions on the best treatment for breast cancer, thanks to research published in Breast Cancer Research today.

28 Jun 2004

Naturally occurring genetic change in humans that dramatically increases muscle size and strength

A research team funded by MDA has discovered a naturally occurring genetic change (mutation) in humans that dramatically increases muscle size and strength.

28 Jun 2004

Way for diabetics to regulate their blood-sugar levels whilst avoiding weight gain

Type 2 diabetics who take two drugs in combination with insulin can effectively regulate their blood-sugar levels without the common side effect of weight gain, according to a new study by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas.

28 Jun 2004

A viral respiratory infection common in children increases the risk of developing asthma

The study, published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases, is the first to show a link between respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, infection and asthma in mice. A related study, also in mice, suggests that a medication neutralizing the virus could decrease children's chances of developing asthma.

28 Jun 2004

Current legislation on preimplantation genetic diagnosis in Germany does not reflect the views of the general public

At present PGD is forbidden in Germany, but in one of the first large study of attitudes to PGD amongst the general population and infertile couples in Germany, the researchers found that the majority of Germans think the technique should be permitted.

28 Jun 2004

Oldest evidence yet of a human hereditary genetic disorder found

The discovery of what is believed to be the oldest evidence yet found of a human hereditary genetic disorder has been announced by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.

28 Jun 2004

Mighty mouse gene works the same way in humans

By studying the genes of a German child born with unusually well developed muscles, an international research team has discovered the first evidence that the gene whose loss makes "mighty mice" also controls muscle growth in people.

26 Jun 2004

Antibiotic use early in life does not increase the subsequent risk of asthma

Previous research has indicated that infections in early life may offer protection from developing asthma. Therefore, it has been suggested that antibiotics increase the risk of asthma by reducing the protective effect of infections or by interfering with normal bacterial flora in the gut.

26 Jun 2004

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First university-based research center devoted to studying epigenetics

Prince Charles has called for more research into the benefits of complementary therapies for cancer patients

Researching the history of reproductive medicine during the Nazi era is still taboo

A moderately high protein diet could reduce a woman’s chances of becoming pregnant

A gene involved in the adhesion of cells is less active in breast tumors with a poor prognosis than those that are less aggressive

Naturally occurring genetic change in humans that dramatically increases muscle size and strength

Way for diabetics to regulate their blood-sugar levels whilst avoiding weight gain

A viral respiratory infection common in children increases the risk of developing asthma

Current legislation on preimplantation genetic diagnosis in Germany does not reflect the views of the general public

Oldest evidence yet of a human hereditary genetic disorder found

Mighty mouse gene works the same way in humans

Antibiotic use early in life does not increase the subsequent risk of asthma

Massive disparities in medical school admissions by social class

Prescription pain medications may slow healing process in shoulder operations

Mysterious disease that causes the body’s immune system to turn against itself

MRSA "superbug" genome decoded

Discovery may explain why people with AIDS may suffer severe infections from viruses that they would otherwise defeat

Oral allergy syndrome, allergic response from fruit

750,000 Americans will have a stroke or brain attack this year

Atkins responds to recent attacks from industry-funded groups

How can microdialysis benefit drug development

Global and Local Efforts to Take Action Against Hepatitis

Addressing Important Cardiac Biology Questions with Shotgun Top-Down Proteomics

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