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Belgian scientists discover key role of Taok3 protein in triggering splenic B cell differentiation

Belgian scientists have discovered the key role of protein Taok3 in the development of type B immune cells known as MZB cells, which are responsible for making antibodies to fight diseases.

3 Feb 2017

Study finds under and misuse of adjuvant endocrine therapy for breast cancer patients

A nationwide cancer registry of almost one million patients treated for hormone-sensitive breast cancer shows that one out of six women who should have received post-surgical treatment known as adjuvant endocrine therapy (AET) did not get this recommended component of care.

3 Feb 2017

Research shows how trigger sounds cause brain connection overdrive in misophonia sufferers

While many of us may find the sounds of chewing or breathing off-putting, for some they're unbearable - and new research has shown their brains are going into overdrive.

3 Feb 2017

Premature delivery raises woman's risk for heart disease later in life

Having a premature baby raises a woman's risk for heart attack or stroke later in life, according to a study published February 2 in Circulation at the start of American Heart Month.

3 Feb 2017

Study provides insights into functions of astrocytes following brain injury or disease

Astrocytes have long been implicated in the pathology of a range of human neurodegenerative diseases or injuries including Alzheimer's, Huntington's Parkinson's disease, brain trauma and spinal cord injury.

3 Feb 2017

Empathy affects perceptions of facial expressions of pet dogs, study shows

Human empathy can even extend to dogs: empathetic people interpret dogs' facial expressions more intensely.

3 Feb 2017

Number of children may be new risk factor for cardiovascular diseases in both parents

Number of children is emerging as a novel factor that influences the risk for some cardiovascular diseases (CVD), and in some societies in both parents, according to Professor Vera Regitz-Zagrosek, chairperson of the European Society of Cardiology "management of CVD During Pregnancy" guidelines task force.

3 Feb 2017

New Finnish study confirms harmful effects of maternal licorice consumption during pregnancy

A new Finnish study supports food recommendations for families with children in that women should avoid consuming large amounts of liquorice during pregnancy. The limit for safe consumption is not known.

3 Feb 2017

Common drug for autoimmune disease may increase risk of myeloid neoplasms

Mayo Clinic researchers have found that azathioprine, a drug commonly used to treat autoimmune disease, may increase the risk of myeloid neoplasms.

3 Feb 2017

High concentration peroxide ingestions can lead to life-threatening ailments and death

High-concentration peroxide, sometimes promoted in alternative medicine circles for cleanses or as a so-called "natural cure," can lead to numerous life-threatening ailments and death itself, according to a paper published online yesterday in Annals of Emergency Medicine.

3 Feb 2017

Study supports clinical utility of DNA-based prenatal blood test in all pregnant women

A DNA-based prenatal blood test used to screen pregnancies for Down syndrome and similar chromosome abnormalities in high-risk women has moved a step closer to use in the general pregnancy population.

From Natera 3 Feb 2017

Researcher creates molecular diagnostic system that can quickly identify dangerous bacteria

A Michigan State University researcher has developed a faster way to detect the bacteria causing patients to become sick, giving physicians a better chance at saving their lives.

3 Feb 2017

Patients with family history of bipolar disorder more likely to engage in violence, study finds

A large population worldwide is affected by bipolar disorder and the heritability stands at around 80%.

3 Feb 2017

New laser activated technique sheds light on memory loss conditions

Researchers at Hiroshima University have developed a new laser activated technique for bridging missing links in memory flow.

3 Feb 2017

Researchers develop rapid screening method to select promising nanoparticles for medicine

The use of nanoparticles — small, virus-sized elements developed under laboratory conditions — is increasingly widespread in the world of biomedicine. This rapidly-evolving technology offers hope for many medical applications, whether for diagnosis or therapies.

3 Feb 2017

New Caltech study shows how chaperones protect ribosomal proteins

For proteins, this would be the equivalent of the red-carpet treatment: each protein belonging to the complex machinery of ribosomes -- components of the cell that produce proteins -- has its own chaperone to guide it to the right place at the right time and protect it from harm.

3 Feb 2017

Thirdhand smoke exposure leads to biological effects on weight and cell development

The sticky residue left behind by tobacco smoke can do worse damage than stinking up furniture and discoloring walls.

3 Feb 2017

Couples with obesity may take longer to achieve pregnancy than non-obese counterparts

Couples in which both partners are obese may take from 55 to 59 percent longer to achieve pregnancy, compared to their non-obese counterparts, according to a study by researchers at the National Institutes of Health.

3 Feb 2017

Overeating during national sporting events linked to higher incidence of medical emergencies

People who overeat during national holidays and national sporting events - like this weekend's Super Bowl - are 10 times more likely to need emergency medical attention for food obstruction than any at other time of the year, according to a new study led by a University of Florida researcher.

3 Feb 2017

Yale researchers identify new genetic defect in brain tumor cells that prevents DNA repair

In a new study, Yale Cancer Center researchers identified a novel genetic defect that prevents brain tumor cells from repairing damaged DNA.

3 Feb 2017

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Belgian scientists discover key role of Taok3 protein in triggering splenic B cell differentiation

Study finds under and misuse of adjuvant endocrine therapy for breast cancer patients

Research shows how trigger sounds cause brain connection overdrive in misophonia sufferers

Premature delivery raises woman's risk for heart disease later in life

Study provides insights into functions of astrocytes following brain injury or disease

Empathy affects perceptions of facial expressions of pet dogs, study shows

Number of children may be new risk factor for cardiovascular diseases in both parents

New Finnish study confirms harmful effects of maternal licorice consumption during pregnancy

Common drug for autoimmune disease may increase risk of myeloid neoplasms

High concentration peroxide ingestions can lead to life-threatening ailments and death

Study supports clinical utility of DNA-based prenatal blood test in all pregnant women

Researcher creates molecular diagnostic system that can quickly identify dangerous bacteria

Patients with family history of bipolar disorder more likely to engage in violence, study finds

New laser activated technique sheds light on memory loss conditions

Researchers develop rapid screening method to select promising nanoparticles for medicine

New Caltech study shows how chaperones protect ribosomal proteins

Thirdhand smoke exposure leads to biological effects on weight and cell development

Couples with obesity may take longer to achieve pregnancy than non-obese counterparts

Overeating during national sporting events linked to higher incidence of medical emergencies

Yale researchers identify new genetic defect in brain tumor cells that prevents DNA repair

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