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Researchers identify new therapeutic target to switch-off cancer stem cells

Tumors are not a uniform mass of cells. Colon cancers bear differentiated-like cells, similar to the functional cells of the intestinal wall, and pluripotent cells--the so-called tumour stem cells.

13 May 2020

A 'multi-omics' approach to the development of drugs against COVID-19

A new study published on the preprint server medRxiv* in May 2020 reports a multi-omics approach that could make it easier to develop drugs that are effective against COVID-19.

12 May 2020

Scientists uncover important functions of a special protein during cell division

In a new study, researchers from the University of Copenhagen have discovered two important functions of a protein called RTEL1 during cell division.

12 May 2020

Study: Diarrhea-causing bacteria provoke host's response to increase infectivity

A type of E. coli bacteria that causes bloody diarrhea uses an amino acid produced by the body in response to infection to intensify its symptoms, according to a new study from UT Southwestern scientists.

12 May 2020

Study shows how diarrhea-causing bug finds its way through the human gut

A study from UT Southwestern researchers sheds new light on how the bug that's the No. 1 cause of bacterial diarrhea finds its way through the human gut.

12 May 2020

Indiana researchers identify new target for colorectal cancer immunotherapy

Researchers at the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center have identified a target for colorectal cancer immunotherapy.

11 May 2020

Breakthrough study could revolutionize cancer treatment

Scientists have used 3D models to break down the DNA behavior of cancer cells, in a breakthrough new study which could revolutionize treatment for the disease.

10 May 2020

RNA interference machinery influences epithelial cell biology

Epithelial cells are held together and connected by several different types of structures that form cell-cell contacts.

9 May 2020

Treating hospitalized COVID-19 patients with anticoagulants may improve their survival chances

Treating hospitalized COVID-19 patients with anticoagulants-;blood thinners that slow down clotting-;may improve their chances of survival, researchers from the Mount Sinai COVID Informatics Center report.

7 May 2020

UMass Amherst food scientist to study anti-inflammatory benefits of whole strawberries

University of Massachusetts Amherst food scientist Hang Xiao has received a new federal grant to expand his research into the health benefits of certain fruits and vegetables; in this case, strawberries.

30 Apr 2020

Changes to gut microbiome could improve cancer outcomes for smokers

Changes to the gut microbiome interacted with the immune system to slow the growth of cancer in mice exposed to cigarette smoke, according to research that was selected for presentation at Digestive Disease Week 2020.

30 Apr 2020

Breakthrough study shows liquid biopsy test can safely detect 26 undiagnosed cancers

Results from a first-of-its-kind study of a multicancer blood test in more than 9,900 women with no evidence or history of cancer showed the liquid biopsy test safely detected 26 undiagnosed cancers, enabling potentially curative treatment.

29 Apr 2020

Study explores the growth rate effect of gut bacteria on break down of dietary fibers

It is known that approximately 80% of human immune system functions in the gastrointestinal tract. Gut bacteria and their metabolites play a fundamental role in the interaction between gut and other organs.

29 Apr 2020

Study of nearly 10,000 women explores feasibility and safety of multi-cancer blood test

A study of nearly 10,000 women with no cancer history found that a multi-cancer blood test successfully detected some cancers.

28 Apr 2020

Gut microbiota could predict severity of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic is spreading to every corner of the world. But not everyone is falling sick at the same rate. A new study published on the preprint server medRxiv in April 2020 suggests that the composition of the gut microbiome could partially explain the difference in susceptibility. This adds a new dimension to what is currently known about the disease.

27 Apr 2020

Series of rare side effects underscores the need to track targeted anti-cancer drugs

Tejas Patil, MD, is a medical oncologist. Lisa Ferrigno, MD, MPH, FACS, is a trauma surgeon. Working with lung cancer patients at University of Colorado Cancer Center, they both, independently, noticed something strange:

23 Apr 2020

Making long-term research project a translational success

The Digital Health Accelerator (DHA) of the Berlin Institute of Health (BIH) is helping the scientists to make the long-term research project a translational success.

22 Apr 2020

Family history-based early screening may have dramatic impact on colorectal cancer detection

In an analysis that included information on adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer between 40 and 49 years of age, almost all patients could have been diagnosed earlier if they had been screened according to current family history-based screening guidelines.

20 Apr 2020

Bacterial metabolism of bile acids boosts generation of immune cells, study shows

A Ludwig Cancer Research study has discovered a novel means by which bacterial colonies in the small intestine support the generation of regulatory T cells--immune cells that suppress autoimmune reactions and inflammation.

15 Apr 2020

Tumors commandeer cell death pathway to avoid immune system attack after radiation

Cancer cells avoid an immune system attack after radiation by commandeering a cell signaling pathway that helps dying cells avoid triggering an immune response, a new study led by UTSW scientists suggests.

13 Apr 2020

Colon News and Research

Researchers identify new therapeutic target to switch-off cancer stem cells

A 'multi-omics' approach to the development of drugs against COVID-19

Scientists uncover important functions of a special protein during cell division

Study: Diarrhea-causing bacteria provoke host's response to increase infectivity

Study shows how diarrhea-causing bug finds its way through the human gut

Indiana researchers identify new target for colorectal cancer immunotherapy

Breakthrough study could revolutionize cancer treatment

RNA interference machinery influences epithelial cell biology

Treating hospitalized COVID-19 patients with anticoagulants may improve their survival chances

UMass Amherst food scientist to study anti-inflammatory benefits of whole strawberries

Changes to gut microbiome could improve cancer outcomes for smokers

Breakthrough study shows liquid biopsy test can safely detect 26 undiagnosed cancers

Study explores the growth rate effect of gut bacteria on break down of dietary fibers

Study of nearly 10,000 women explores feasibility and safety of multi-cancer blood test

Gut microbiota could predict severity of COVID-19

Series of rare side effects underscores the need to track targeted anti-cancer drugs

Making long-term research project a translational success

Family history-based early screening may have dramatic impact on colorectal cancer detection

Bacterial metabolism of bile acids boosts generation of immune cells, study shows

Tumors commandeer cell death pathway to avoid immune system attack after radiation

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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