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Faster, more potent antithrombotic drugs recommended for high-risk heart attack patients

The Cardiovascular Research Laboratory of the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute led by the cardiologist of the Bellvitge University Hospital Jos- Luis Ferreiro has conducted a study on the effect of antiplatelet drugs given to high risk patients suffering from acute myocardial infaction (heart attack) in the context of the Infarction Code.

6 Jun 2013

Low levels of vitamin D associated with high levels of hepatitis B virus replication

Researchers from Germany have found that low levels of vitamin D are associated with high levels of hepatitis B virus replication. Findings published online in Hepatology, a journal of the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, suggest seasonal fluctuations in vitamin D and HBV levels point to a link in these variables among patients with chronic HBV.

6 Jun 2013

Changes in normal glycan behavior lead to fatal lysosomal disease, say researchers

From the neurons that enable thought to the keratinocytes that make toenails grow-a complex canopy of sugar molecules, commonly known as glycans, envelop every living cell in the human body.

6 Jun 2013

Breastfeeding good for babies' brains

A new study by researchers from Brown University finds more evidence that breastfeeding is good for babies' brains.

6 Jun 2013

Social networks are tools to fight against infectious diseases in wild chimpanzees

Many think of social networks in terms of Facebook friends and Twitter followers, but for recent University of Georgia doctoral graduate Julie Rushmore, social networks are tools in the fight against infectious diseases.

6 Jun 2013

Psychosocial factors can help to heal or bring relief

A placebo can activate a number of biological mechanisms in the same way that medicine can, which is why we are now beginning to understand why a placebo can heal and alleviate symptoms.

6 Jun 2013

Molecular subtyping can predict chemotherapy benefit in patients with colorectal cancer

Molecular subtyping can help predict outcomes and chemotherapy benefit in patients with colorectal cancer, according to a presentation at the annual conference of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

6 Jun 2013

Bringing classroom ventilation may reduce student absences due to illness, say researchers

If you suspect that opening windows to let in fresh air might be good for you, a new study by scientists at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has confirmed your hunch.

6 Jun 2013

People with irregular heartbeat may be more likely to develop problems with memory, thinking

People who develop a type of irregular heartbeat common in old age called atrial fibrillation may also be more likely to develop problems with memory and thinking, according to new research published in the June 5, 2013, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

6 Jun 2013

Physiotherapist interaction with patient plays a significant role in pain reduction

How many times have you been to a physiotherapist where you've had more time in the waiting room than face-time with the physio? Well, according to University of Alberta physical therapy PhD grad Jorge Fuentes, how a physiotherapist interacts with a patient verbally, through eye contact, body language and listening skills is almost as important as the treatment itself.

6 Jun 2013

Study: Incidence rates of concussion in youth football players is higher during games than practice sessions

Sports-related concussion has been referred to as an "epidemic" by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Emergency department visits for concussions have increased 62% between 2001 and 2009. Despite the lack of data regarding the rates of concussions in youth football (children aged 8-12 years), concerns have been raised about the sport being dangerous for this age group.

6 Jun 2013

Consumption of cheese and other dairy products may help protect teeth against cavities

Consuming dairy products is vital to maintaining good overall health, and it's especially important to bone health. But there has been little research about how dairy products affect oral health in particular.

6 Jun 2013

Researchers discover TRF1 gene that is important for nuclear reprogramming

Researchers are still fascinated by the idea of the possibility of reprogramming the cells of any tissue, turning them into cells with the capacity to differentiate into cells of a completely different type- pluripotent cells-and they are still striving to understand how it happens.

6 Jun 2013

Winners of EFIC-Grünenthal-Grant announced

For the 8th time the European Federation of IASP Chapters in cooperation with the pharmaceutical company Grünenthal Group announced the EFIC-Grünenthal-Grant (E-G-G) - a grant aimed to support young scientists at an early stage of their experimental projects on clinical and human volunteer-based pain research.

6 Jun 2013

Findings have implications for potential gene therapies for autism spectrum disorders

A gene linked to autism spectrum disorders that was manipulated in two lines of transgenic mice produced mature adults with irreversible deficits affecting either learning or social interaction.

6 Jun 2013

Genetic duplication that occurred millions of years ago encouraged evolution of ASF1b gene: Study

How and when evolution generates diversity or gives form to proteins, living beings' functional building blocks, are essential questions that still surround the theory of evolution. In humans, the majority of genes have emerged via genetic duplication, a strategy in which a gene generates two identical copies that can evolve to generate different proteins.

6 Jun 2013

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Faster, more potent antithrombotic drugs recommended for high-risk heart attack patients

Low levels of vitamin D associated with high levels of hepatitis B virus replication

Changes in normal glycan behavior lead to fatal lysosomal disease, say researchers

Breastfeeding good for babies' brains

Social networks are tools to fight against infectious diseases in wild chimpanzees

Psychosocial factors can help to heal or bring relief

Molecular subtyping can predict chemotherapy benefit in patients with colorectal cancer

Bringing classroom ventilation may reduce student absences due to illness, say researchers

People with irregular heartbeat may be more likely to develop problems with memory, thinking

Physiotherapist interaction with patient plays a significant role in pain reduction

Study: Incidence rates of concussion in youth football players is higher during games than practice sessions

Consumption of cheese and other dairy products may help protect teeth against cavities

Researchers discover TRF1 gene that is important for nuclear reprogramming

Winners of EFIC-Grünenthal-Grant announced

Findings have implications for potential gene therapies for autism spectrum disorders

Genetic duplication that occurred millions of years ago encouraged evolution of ASF1b gene: Study

Investigators report possible missing link necessary to prevent osteoporosis

Scientists suggest that Oprl1 receptor is altered in mice with PTSD-like symptoms

Study finds higher rates of health-compromising behaviors among rural cancer survivors

Atrial fibrillation associated with faster cognitive decline, new research finds

Clue's CEO Rhiannon White on the Future of Femtech and PCOS

Freezing Point Osmometry in Life Science Applications

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