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December 2010

1. 29 DecChildren in areas with few pediatricians at higher risk for serious appendix ruptures
2. 29 DecProtein involved in cystic fibrosis also plays role in emphysema, chronic lung disease
3. 29 DecPoor response to anti-anemia drug predicts higher risk of heart disease or death
4. 28 DecSingapore consortium learns from nature to produce new chemical-free, anti-bacteria plastic ‘skins’
5. 27 DecMechanisms of juvenile hormone action in insects could help fine tune pesticides
6. 27 DecNew clues uncover how ‘starvation hormone’ works, investigators at UT Southwestern report
7. 27 DecStandardized protocols would greatly enhance clinical and research potential of BTMs
8. 27 DecMicrofluidic device rapidly orients hundreds of embryos for high-throughput experiments
9. 26 DecLunar eclipse, Christopher Columbus and the Teredo worm. A convergence of astronomy, history and biology.
10. 23 DecEmotional intelligence empowers positive attitudes in private sector; not in public sector
11. 23 DecStudy on effects of resveratrol and quercetin on inflammation and insulin resistance
12. 23 DecBen-Gurion U researcher reveals newspapers’ historic resistance to granting reporters’ bylines
13. 22 DecUniversity of Minnesota discovery suggests a new way to prevent HIV from infecting human cells
14. 22 DecNew annotated database sifts through mountains of sequencing data to find gene promoters
15. 22 DecNew Year’s Eve tip from American Chemical Society journal: Pour champagne down the side of the glass
16. 22 Dec98.6 degrees Fahrenheit ideal temperature for keeping fungi away and food at bay
17. 22 DecAn important breakthrough by IRCM researchers in hematopoiesis and the development of B cells
18. 22 DecCord blood cell transplantation provides improvement for severely brain-injured child
19. 21 DecPolar bears no longer on ‘thin ice’: researchers say polar bears could face brighter future
20. 21 DecCSHL scientists show in unprecedented detail how cortical nerve cells form synapses with neighbors
21. 21 Dec34 percent of Galician secondary schools exceed maximum recommended radon levels
22. 21 DecBUSM researchers uncover cellular mechanism responsible for chronic inflammation, Type 2 diabetes
23. 21 DecTumor cells in blood may signal worse prognosis in head and neck cancer patients
24. 21 DecRodents were diverse and abundant in prehistoric Africa when our human ancestors evolved
25. 21 DecScience advisor to the US EPA to speak to industry, academic leaders on sustainability innovations
26. 20 DecIntensive chemotherapy can dramatically boost survival of older teenage leukemia patients
27. 20 DecNew study examines immunity in emerging species of a major mosquito carrer of malaria
28. 20 DecNew study focuses on nitrogen in waterways as cause of nitrous oxide in the atmosphere
29. 20 DecUCSB scientists demonstrate biomagnification of nanomaterials in simple food chain
30. 20 DecStrange new twist: Berkeley researchers discover Möbius symmetry in metamaterials
31. 20 DecScientists and physicians use genetic sequencing to identify and treat unknown disease
32. 20 DecGenome-wide hunt reveals links to abnormal rhythms behind sudden death, heart damage
33. 20 DecJohns Hopkins faculty highly value involvement of nearby urban community for improving research
34. 20 DecReducing emissions from shipping: Commission’s Joint Research Centre sets out some options
35. 20 DecSyracuse University researchers contribute new ideas to enhance efficiency of wind turbines
36. 20 DecDespite damage, membrane protein structure can be seen using new X-ray technology, study reveals
37. 20 DecNew research shows virus previously linked to chronic fatigue syndrome is a lab contaminant
38. 20 DecFinnish researchers find a compound that prevents the growth of prostate cancer cells
39. 20 DecCSHL study finds that 2 non-coding RNAs trigger formation of a nuclear subcompartment
40. 17 DecYou only live once: our flawed understanding of risk helps drive financial market instability
41. 17 DecEffect of college on volunteering greatest among disadvantaged college graduates
42. 17 DecAncient raindrops reveal a wave of mountains sent south by sinking Farallon plate
43. 17 DecStudy: Customers who participate in eBay’s ‘community’ become better buyers and sellers
44. 17 DecBen-Gurion U. researchers: High resistance rates among acute otitis media pathogens in children
45. 16 DecResearchers suggest diagnostic criteria for posttraumatic stress disorder are lacking
46. 16 DecNew report outlines restoration activities to speed seagrass recovery in the Florida Keys
47. 16 DecInformation technology needs fundamental shift to continue rapid advances in computing and help drive US competitiveness
48. 16 DecURI geologist develops improved seismic model for monitoring nuclear explosions in Middle East
49. 16 DecNew study suggests almonds may help reduce risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease
50. 16 DecScientists identify the largest network of protein interactions related to Alzheimer’s disease
51. 16 DecLiver cancer in cirrhotic patients effectively treated with radiofrequency ablation
52. 16 DecScientists discover powerful biomarker panel for the early detection of breast cancer
53. 16 DecBalanghai, Borobudur, Phoenicia and the Morgan: Reconstructing and celebrating our ancient maritime heritage
54. 16 DecBioethics Commission calls for enhanced federal oversight in new field of synthetic biology
55. 15 DecVitamin D and parathyroid hormone levels may not affect cardiovascular mortality
56. 15 DecLink between cholesterol compound and multiple sclerosis unlikely, researchers say
57. 15 DecAtomic weights of 10 elements on periodic table about to make an historic change
58. 15 DecConcussed high school athletes who receive neuropsychological testing sidelined longer
59. 15 DecElevated zinc concentrations in Colorado waterway likely a result of climate change
60. 15 DecNew American Chemical Society Prized Science video on ‘red tide’ shellfish poisoning
61. 15 Dec‘Green genes’ in yeast may boost biofuel production by increasing stress tolerance
62. 15 DecPlant consumption rising significantly as population grows and economies develop
63. 15 DecNew research finds delaying surgical procedures increases infection risk and health care costs
64. 15 DecCompound derived from curry spice is neuroprotective against stroke and traumatic brain injury
65. 15 DecNovel therapy for metastatic kidney cancer developed at VCU Massey Cancer Center
66. 15 DecStudy classifies and uses artificial proteins to analyze protein-protein interfaces
67. 15 DecBreast inflammation is key to cancer growth, Kimmel Cancer Center researchers say
68. 14 DecIBEX makes first images of magnetotail structures, dynamic interactions occurring in space
69. 14 DecHuman umbilical cord blood cells found to enhance survival and maturation of key brain cells
70. 14 DecPeople who believe in justice also see a victim’s life as more meaningful after tragedy
71. 14 Dec100 percent of most challenging Christmas plastic wrapping could be recycled by new tech
72. 13 DecTeam of scientists predicts continued death of forests in southwestern US due to climate change
73. 13 DecNew report provides women’s perspectives on medical male circumcision for HIV prevention
74. 13 DecStrength training for seniors provides cognitive function, economic benefits: VCH-UBC study
75. 13 DecRecovering from job loss: Most report few long-term psychological effects, study finds
76. 13 DecU-M researchers discover way to block neurodegeneration in an adult form of Fragile X syndrome
77. 13 DecThoreau’s study of birds at Waldon Pond aids BU biologists in climate change research
78. 13 DecChildren who don’t like fruit and vegetables are 13 times more likely to be constipated
79. 13 DecDemise of large satellite may have led to the formation of Saturn’s rings and inner moons
80. 13 DecUCR scientists identify pomegranate juice components that could stop cancer from spreading
81. 10 DecPoor breast cancer prognosis associated with presence of circulating tumor, cancer stem cells
82. 10 DecDirected self-assembly of vertical nanotubes for biosensors, logic, nano-biofuel cells
83. 10 DecResearchers establish new rule to predict risk of stroke, death from surgery that prevents it
84. 10 DecNew research reveals details of microbe’s extraordinary maintenance and repair system
85. 10 DecSimple fingertip test may identify breast cancer patients at risk for carpal tunnel syndrome
86. 10 DecPitt study finds ‘green’ water treatments may not kill bacteria in large building cooling systems
87. 10 DecPhase III study compared neoadjuvant therapy with lapatinib or trastuzumab for early breast cancer
88. 10 DecPertuzumab and trastuzumab combination improved efficacy for women with HER2-positive breast cancer
89. 9 DecHospital shootings rare, but rate of other assults high, Johns Hopkins researchers find
90. 9 DecBuprenorphine is better than methadone for opioid dependence in pregnant women, study shows
91. 9 DecKnotty Issue: Drafting Climate Change Policy in the face of scientific uncertainty
92. 9 DecACP commends Congress for preserving patient access by stopping scheduled Medicare SGR cuts
93. 9 DecIce-age reptile extinctions provide a glimpse of likely responses to human-caused climate change
94. 9 DecBlood-thinning treatment standards changing for heart patients, new research shows
95. 9 DecLiving in certain neighborhoods increases the chances older men and women will develop cancer
96. 9 Dec2 decades of Nuss procedure outcomes: Refinements in groundbreaking surgery for chest deformity
97. 9 DecUCLA researchers find that Medicaid-funded ADHD treatment for children is failing
98. 9 DecFox Chase researchers uncover new risk factors for brain metastases in breast cancer patients
99. 9 DecFinancial burden greater for college students with divorced or remarried parents
100. 9 DecDrug combination shows promise for newly diagnosed blood cancer patients, study finds
101. 9 DecChinese study suggests that alcohol increases angiographically significant coronary artery disease
102. 9 DecIdentifying lung cancer gene markers shows promise in identifying patients needing chemo
103. 9 DecPersonalized molecular therapy shows promising results for people with advanced lung cancer
104. 9 DecAdding ipilimumab to standard chemotherapy treatment for late-stage lung cancer may improve survival
105. 9 DecWeekend and public holiday admissions increased the risk of hospital deaths by up to 41 percent
106. 9 DecLa Jolla Institute validates Type 1 diabetes computer model’s predictive success through lab testing
107. 9 DecGreenland ice sheet flow driven by short-term weather extremes, not gradual warming: UBC research
108. 9 DecAstronomers discover, image new planet in planetary system very similar to our own
109. 9 DecTrauma surgeon leads call to action for pediatric applied trauma research network
110. 8 DecAutism breakthrough: Researchers identify possible treatment for impaired sociability
111. 8 DecEngaging pediatricians and primary care physicians in childhood obesity prevention and intervention
112. 8 DecDiscovery of the secrets that enable plants near Chernobyl to shrug off radiation
113. 8 DecEuthymics presents phase II data for EB-1010 in major depression at ACNP annual meeting
114. 8 DecLow and high vitamin D levels in older women associated with increased likelihood of frailty
115. 7 DecStudy: mechanism that controls cell movement linked to tumors becoming more aggressive
116. 7 DecEven with helicopter EMS, hospital transfer can delay treatment for heart attacks
117. 7 DecNovel compounds show early promise in treatment of Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, Alzheimer’s
118. 7 DecUTHealth study suggests private insurers control health care spending better than Medicare
119. 7 DecPeople in jobs traditionally held by the other sex are judged more harshly for mistakes
120. 7 DecMindfulness meditation found to be as effective as antidepressants to prevent depression relapse
121. 7 DecJohn Theurer Cancer Center presents studies on promising therapies for aggressive blood cancers
122. 7 DecResearch exposes racial discrimination against Asian American men in job market
123. 6 DecMetabolism models may explain why Alzheimer’s disease kills some neuron types first
124. 6 DecEarly physical therapy for low back pain associated with less subsequent health care utilization
125. 6 DecOptics Express focus issue on chalcogenide photonics: Fabrication, devices and applications
126. 6 DecPersonalized vaccine for lymphoma patients extends disease-free survival by nearly 2 years
127. 6 DecMayo Clinic finds long-term prognosis is excellent for most children with seizures
128. 6 DecFledgling ecosystem at Chicken Creek lets scientists observe how soil, flora and fauna develop
129. 6 DecEarly safety results promising for Phase I/II trial of gene therapy treatment of hemophilia B
130. 6 Dec2 studies provide insight into stroke risk and prevention in young sickle cell anemia patients
131. 6 DecNew standards of care and novel treatment options for several forms of lymphoma unveiled
132. 6 DecStudies highlight role of stem cell transplant procedures for blood cancer treatment
133. 6 DecStudy finds family acceptance of LGBT youth protects against depression, substance abuse, suicide
134. 3 DecNew observations of exploding stars reveal pauses, flickers and flares not reliably seen before
135. 3 DecOnconova to present clinical trials update on ON 01910.Na at American Society of Hematology Meeting
136. 3 DecALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE HELPS ADDRESS NEED FOR IMPROVED CANCER CARE IN RURAL AMERICA
137. 3 DecUT Southwestern researchers uncover culprits in life-threatening clotting disorder
138. 3 DecNicotine exposure in pregnant rats puts offspring at risk for learning disabilities
139. 3 DecSnow from space: University of Leicester releases satellite images of snow-bound UK
140. 3 DecNew clue in leukemia mystery: Researchers identify ‘poison’ employed by deadly enzyme mutations
141. 3 DecResearchers create high performance infrared camera based on type-II InAs/GaSb superlattices
142. 2 DecSomaLogic researchers describe revolutionary new approach to protein analysis and application to early diagnosis of lung cancer
143. 2 Dec‘Less is more,’ when it comes to sugary, high-caffeine energy drinks, researchers say
144. 2 DecDiscovery by UC Riverside entomologists could shrink dengue-spreading mosquito population
145. 2 DecPattern of drinking affects the relation of alcohol intake to coronary heart disease
146. 2 DecComparison of dark energy models: A perspective from the latest observational data
147. 2 DecProposal for the establishment of a new branch within the discipline of aerothermodynamics
148. 2 DecJACS paper demonstrates continuous and controlled translocation of DNA polymer through a nanopore
149. 2 DecUniversity of Utah and Harvard researchers take major step toward first biological test for autism
150. 2 DecNew report: Employer health insurance premiums increased 41 percent from 2003 to 2009
151. 1 DecDeath certificates confirm non-HIV-attributable diseases cause increase in US PLWHA deaths
152. 1 DecStory tips from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory — December 2010
153. 1 DecBUSM researchers show an oncolytic virus switches off cancer cell surival signal
154. 1 DecJefferson study determines bone marrow stromal stem cells may aid in stroke recovery
155. 1 DecCoalition changes towards the ‘big society’ given lukewarm response by SME’s, survey shows
156. 1 DecReaching 100 years of age may be more about attitude and adaptation than health history, study finds
157. 1 DecPeople with mental illness receive inadequate mass screening for prevention of medical conditions
158. 1 DecNew prion discovery reveals drug target for mad cow disease and related illnesses
159. 1 DecLoud snoring and insomnia symptoms predict the development of the metabolic syndrome
160. 1 DecSleepless soldiers: Study suggests that military deployment affects sleep patterns

November 2010

1. 30 NovOregon’s POLST program expands to provide patients with more control at the end of their lives
2. 30 NovStudy finds low vitamin-d levels in northern California residents with metabolic syndrome
3. 30 NovStudy suggests earliest brain changes associated with the genetic risk of Alzheimer’s disease
4. 30 NovDuring National Diabetes Awareness month, new report ties disease to shortened life expectancy
5. 30 NovScoring system is 93 percent accurate for diagnosing Wilson’s disease in pediatric patients
6. 30 NovStudy finds anti-microbials a common cause of drug-induced liver injury and failure
7. 30 NovWater resources played important role in patterns of human settlement, new UNH research shows
8. 30 NovBiofuels production has unintended consequences on water quality and quantity in Mississippi
9. 30 NovSnakes on a rope: Researchers take a unique look at the climbing abilities of boa constrictors
10. 30 NovScripps Research scientists redefine the role of plasma cells in the immune system
11. 30 NovDespite economic slump, donors give generously to global health, though at a slower rate
12. 29 NovU of I scientists develop tool to trace metabolism of cancer-fighting tomato compounds
13. 29 NovTempest in a teapot: International team of scientists describes swirling natural phenomena
14. 29 NovNumber of HIV/AIDS cases in sub-Saharan Africa expected to greatly outpace resources
15. 29 NovScientists develop new DNA technique to aid crops and trees at risk from deadly ‘honey fungus’
16. 29 NovThe John Theurer Cancer Center to unveil 40 presentations at the 52nd ASH Annual Meeting
17. 29 NovFirst-ever covalent irreversible inhibition of a protease central to hepatitis C infection
18. 29 NovBridging between Earth and space: technology breakthroughs for scientific progress
19. 26 NovExperts question whether patients will use performance data to choose their care
20. 25 NovResearchers image atomic structural changes that control properties of sapphires
21. 25 NovGender gap in physics exams reduced by simple writing exercises, says CU-Boulder study
22. 25 NovResearchers identify a molecular switch that controls neuronal migration in the developing brain
23. 24 NovMIT biologists find that restoring the gene for cancer protein p53 slows spread of advanced tumors
24. 24 NovEarly intervention essential to success for at-risk children: Queen’s University study
25. 24 NovIOF and ESCEO position on atypical femoral fractures and long-term bisphosphonate use
26. 24 NovThe most aggressive forms of breast cancer elude cellular control mechanisms in order to expand
27. 23 NovCity of Vancouver sets transportation records during 2010 Winter Games: UBC study
28. 23 NovBUSM investigates cellular mechanisms leading to immune response in airway epithelium
29. 23 NovISU researcher, collaborators, re-sequence 6 corn varieties, find some genes missing
30. 23 NovDietitians play essential role in effective management of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes in adults
31. 23 NovKoalas as picky leaf-eaters, ancient insects in warm climates and California’s forest fires
32. 23 NovToo much of a good thing: Important mechanism in hormone-sensitive breast cancer uncovered
33. 23 NovDealt a bad hand: Pathological gamblers are also at risk for mental health disorders
34. 23 NovRegistered dietitians play essential role in effective management of diabetes in adults
35. 22 NovUniversity of Minnesota engineering researcher finds new way to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria
36. 22 NovOverweight primarily a problem among wealthier women in low- to middle-income countries
37. 22 NovMayo Clinic study finds aggressive surgery is best for children with brain tumors
38. 22 NovNew American Chemical Society Prized Science video focuses on shrinking the computer chip
39. 22 NovCutting-edge salivary diagnostics research presented at AADR 3rd Fall Focused Symposium
40. 22 NovFlexible wings driven by simple oscillation may be viable for efficient micro air vehicles
41. 22 NovFall bonefish census sounds warning bell that warrants careful future monitoring
42. 22 NovMilitary experts provide civilian surgeons with guidance on handling bomb blast injuries
43. 22 NovMedical imaging breakthrough uses light and sound to see microscopic details inside our bodies
44. 22 NovNew sleep cycle discovery explains why fatty diets during pregnancy make kids obese
45. 22 NovHebrew University research carries cautionary warning for future stem cell applications
46. 22 NovResearch team from the Basque Country investigates species of bat that traps fish for food
47. 22 NovEconomic benefits of the global polio eradication initiative estimated at $40-50 billion
48. 22 NovWorld Health Report 2010 balanced but incomplete account of how to achieve universal health coverage
49. 21 NovKidneys: Produce-rich diet improves long-term health, melatonin improves short-term health
50. 19 NovReading the signs: Plants and animals found common ground in response to microbial threats
51. 19 NovProfessor Zvi Ram presents phase III recurrent glioblastoma survival and quality of life data from the first pivotal study of the NovoTTF-100A at 15th Annual Society for Neuro-Oncology Scientific Meeting
52. 19 NovChildhood obesity linked to increased risk of adult cardiovascular and metabolic disorders
53. 19 NovScripps Research scientists identify first synthetic activator of 2 critical proteins
54. 19 NovReport: For every 1 homeless person in Canada, another 23 live in inadequate housing
55. 19 NovSpecial section on ecological distribution conflicts in the journal Ecological Economics
56. 19 NovDiscovery in how HIV thwarts the body’s natural defense opens up new target for drug therapies
57. 18 NovUGA researchers identify key enzyme that regulates the early growth of breast cancer cells
58. 18 NovCulturally sensitive treatment model helps bring depressed Chinese immigrants into treatment
59. 18 NovPushing black-hole mergers to the extreme: RIT scientists achieve 100:1 mass ratio
60. 18 NovCameroon timber tax study shows challenges of distributing REDD payments to local communities
61. 18 NovLatest American Chemical Society podcast: New water filter kills disease-causing bacteria
62. 18 NovEconomic downturn takes toll on health of Americans with heart disease, diabetes or cancer
63. 18 NovProcess leading to protein diversity in cells important for proper neuron firing
64. 18 NovUniversity of Leicester space scientists involved in development of new breed of space vehicle
65. 18 NovHormone therapy use may increase or decrease dementia risk depending upon timing
66. 18 NovResearchers link an African lizard fossil in Africa with the Komodo dragon in Indonesia
67. 18 NovUS adults most likely to forgo care due to cost, have trouble paying medical bills
68. 17 NovNew insight into the cause of common dementia found by researchers at Mayo Clinic
69. 17 NovA stem cell secreted protein can be given to improve heart function after experimental heart attack
70. 17 NovLow-allergenic wines could stifle sniffles and sneezes in millions of wine drinkers
71. 17 NovDifferences in brain development between males and females may hold clues to mental health disorders
72. 17 NovMultiple sclerosis drug serves as model for potential drugs to treat botulism poisoning
73. 17 NovBeing faced with gender stereotypes makes women less likely to take financial risks
74. 17 NovToronto Western Hospital study demonstrates improved wait times for patients suffering back pain
75. 17 NovGeorgia Tech researchers design machine learning technique to improve consumer medical searches
76. 17 NovNew needle-free HPV vaccine increases effectiveness, availability in developing world
77. 17 NovMultidisciplinary approach is key to successful treatment of aggressive prostate cancer
78. 17 NovLower back and foot pain associated with more severe knee osteoarthritis symptoms
79. 17 NovNew England economic outlook precarious; government fiscal woes threaten region’s recovery
80. 16 NovMinneapolis disaster spawning new concepts in bridge research, testing and safety
81. 16 NovNever-smokers fare far better than smokers after radiation therapy for head and neck cancer
82. 16 NovBioengineers provide adult stem cells with simultaneous chemical, electrical and mechanical cues
83. 16 NovProgram for young students increases interest in college attendance and medical careers
84. 16 NovOrgan network uses Carnegie Mellon algorithm to match live kidney donors with recipients
85. 16 NovInternational discussions on FRAX smooth the way for implementation in clinical practice
86. 16 NovHeart surgeries can trigger strokes, seizures and other neurological complications
87. 16 NovDisadvantaged youth more likely to be high-school dropouts, young parents and poor adults
88. 16 NovResearchers find tie between fat outside of the arteries and cardiovascular disease
89. 16 NovMaking the passage of time invisible (and the illusion of a Star Trek transporter)
90. 15 NovIron in coronary artery plaque is a marker of heart attack risk, say Mayo Clinic researchers
91. 15 NovResearch examines key qualities that voters expect in their presidential candidates
92. 15 NovDo consumers prefer 1 percent interest over 0 percent interest or is zero simply confusing?
93. 15 NovT. rex’s big tail was its key to speed and hunting prowess
94. 15 NovPalliative care for patients with dementia more available but still not adequate
95. 15 NovHappiness slides across Europe as speculation mounts on new UK government happiness index
96. 15 NovChildren’s Hospital of Philadelphia collaborates in gene therapy success in an immune disorder
97. 15 NovCommon for patients to undergo multiple cardiac imaging tests, with high cumulative radiation dose
98. 15 NovBiomarker may be able to help predict risk of heart failure, cardiovascular death
99. 15 NovNew blood test may help predict heart failure in apparently healthy older adults
100. 15 NovRegular exercise reduces large number of health risks including dementia and some cancers
101. 15 NovTechnology developed at Queen’s University allows medical workers to better assess brain injuries
102. 15 NovPitt-led team develops nanoscale light sensor compatible with ‘Etch-a-Sketch’ nanoelectronic platform
103. 12 NovSmall assist device used in emergency case as twin, heart booster pumps for first time in US
104. 12 NovMathematical model of the life cycle of red blood cells may predict risk of anemia
105. 12 NovSandia effort images the sea monster of nuclear fusion: The Rayleigh-Taylor instability
106. 12 NovNew genetic marker makes fruit fly a better model for brain development and diseases
107. 12 NovEfforts to combat pneumonia among 15 high-burdened countries fall short of recommended targets
108. 11 NovConsensus on TBI and PTSD will accelerate future research and improve patient care
109. 11 NovScreening colonoscopy rates are not increased when women are offered a female endoscopist
110. 11 NovStudy shows brass devices in plumbing systems can create serious lead-in-water problems
111. 11 NovYoga’s ability to improve mood and lessen anxiety is linked to increased levels of a critical brain chemical
112. 11 NovScripps Research scientists identify new mechanism regulating daily biological rhythms
113. 11 NovScientists at IRB Barcelona and BSC publish the world’s largest video data bank of proteins
114. 11 NovNew data uncover common molecular pathways between Rett syndrome, autism and schizophrenia
115. 11 NovNIAID media tipsheet: Annual Meeting of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
116. 11 NovFortify HIT contracts with education and ethics to protect patient safety, say informatics experts
117. 10 NovJDRF clinical panel recommends next steps for artificial pancreas clinical testing
118. 10 NovCitywide smoking ban contributes to significant decrease in maternal smoking, pre-term births
119. 10 NovCWRU nurse researcher finds prescribed bed rest has down side for pregnant women
120. 10 NovCaltech scientists describe the delicate balance in the brain that controls fear
121. 10 NovCircuit regulating anti-diabetic actions of serotonin uncovered by UT Southwestern researchers
122. 10 NovBy reducing disease risk, ‘Desktop Medicine’ will transform the practice of medicine
123. 10 NovAcademies of science call for amendments to impracticable Genetic Diagnostics Act
124. 10 NovResearch strengthens evidence of link between paracetamol use in pregnancy and childhood asthma
125. 10 NovAPHA 2010: Attacking the drinking culture on college campuses from different directions
126. 9 NovResearchers discover important link between adrenal gland hormone and brain in hypertension
127. 9 NovNew report suggests why risk for sudden infant death syndrome is greater in babies of mothers who smoke
128. 9 NovDarwin’s theory of gradual evolution not supported by geological history, NYU scientist concludes
129. 9 NovPoll analysis: Americans have conflicting views about spending on public health system
130. 9 NovScientists identify 1 cause of damage in Alzheimer’s disease and find a way to stop it
131. 9 NovResearchers aim to harvest solar energy from pavement to melt ice, power streetlights
132. 9 NovSoftening crystals without heat: Using terahertz pulses to manipulate molecular networks
133. 9 NovDrinking 100 percent fruit juice is linked to higher intake of essential nutrients
134. 9 NovStudy shows durable viral suppression of boosted REYATAZ in treatment-experienced HIV patients
135. 8 NovPsychologists identify influence of social interaction on sensitivity to physical pain
136. 8 NovGrowth factor regenerates tooth supporting structures: Results of a large randomized clinical trial
137. 8 NovPeople with Disabilities Find Improved Quality of Life by Visiting Virtual World Online
138. 8 NovStudy identifies factors that increase risk of falls among orthopedic inpatients
139. 8 NovCanola-type rapeseed oil reduces the level of fibrinogen, a cause of thrombosis and inflammation
140. 8 NovLouisiana State University Health Sciences Center research shows fish oil component given up to 5 hours after stroke limits brain damage
141. 8 NovHospital for Special Surgery scientists share advances in lupus and related conditions
142. 8 NovGreater food insecurity from recession poses increased risk to low income individuals with diabetes
143. 7 NovAnimation—from an ancient art form to high science. Cryptic images from Paleolithic cave drawings to Shrek, the movie.
144. 5 NovStory tips from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, November 2010
145. 5 NovReal-time physician electronic alerts reduce unnecessary blood testing in elderly patients
146. 5 NovNational study shows CT screening of former, current smokers reduces lung cancer deaths
147. 4 NovMU grad student simulates 100 years of farming to measure agriculture’s impact on land and water quality
148. 4 NovHelical CT scans reduce lung cancer mortality by 20 percent compared to chest X-rays
149. 4 NovIowa State, Ames Laboratory scientists advance the understanding of the big getting bigger
150. 4 NovMissouri Botanical Garden researchers discover 8 new species in Boliva national parks
151. 4 NovMore talk, less agreement: Risk discussion can hurt consensus-building on science/technology
152. 4 NovLSU researcher participates in NIH-funded study ushering in the age of personal genomics
153. 4 NovNASA satellite data confirm a stronger Tropical Storm Tomas, hurricane warnings up
154. 4 NovInsufficient vitamin D levels in CLL patients linked to cancer progression and death
155. 4 NovStudy shows a single shot of morphine has long lasting effects on testosterone levels
156. 3 NovNew research shows disparities in hospice enrollment are not likely related to access
157. 3 NovPositive psychological changes from meditation training linked to cellular health
158. 3 NovLevels of coumarin in cassia cinnamon vary greatly even in bark from the same tree
159. 3 NovScientists develop method to keep surgically-removed prostate tissue alive and ‘working’ for week
160. 3 NovRice U. study looks at marketing benefits, pitfalls of customer-satisfaction surveys
161. 3 NovResearchers expand cyberspace to fight chronic condition in breast cancer survivors
162. 3 NovPlants and animals under stress may provide the key to better stock market predictions
163. 3 NovSpecific changes in the brain associated with sleep deprivation described in new study
164. 3 NovA sweet discovery raises hope for treating Ebola, Lassa, Marburg and other fast-acting viruses
165. 3 NovPrognostic markers for prostate cancer patients who receive radiation after surgery
166. 2 NovVet med’s big shift to more women, fewer men driven by falling barriers, more female grads
167. 2 NovGeriatrician advocates for improvements to primary care to meet the needs of older adults
168. 2 NovUnique duality: Princeton-led team discovers ‘exotic’ superconductor with metallic surface
169. 2 NovFirst peer-reviewed study finds BPA levels in US foods 1,000 times less than limits
170. 2 NovStrengthening routine flu vaccination and health programs may improve pandemic vaccinations
171. 2 NovNew study re-examines bacterial vaccine studies conducted during 1918 influenza pandemic
172. 2 NovFox Chase researchers identify risk factors for the spread of breast cancer to lymph nodes
173. 2 NovEliminating or reducing cost-sharing for high-value prescription drugs improves medication use
174. 1 NovElderly women at higher risk for unnecessary urinary catheterization, study reports
175. 1 NovManagement science guru, surviving cancer, offers hope to fellow sufferers, doctors
176. 1 NovUCI non-small cell lung cancer study highlights advances in targeted drug therapy
177. 1 NovMicrofluidics-imaging platform detects cancer growth signaling in minute biopsy samples
178. 1 NovAutism Consortium 2010 Symposium: New therapeutics focus, family resource guide announced
179. 1 NovImaging in depth: 3-dimensional microscopy featured in Cold Spring Harbor Protocols
180. 1 NovPitt study finds NSAIDs cause stem cells to self-destruct, preventing colon cancer
181. 1 NovRutgers, Chilean astrophysicists discover new galaxy clusters revealed by cosmic ‘shadows’
182. 1 NovDiverse surgeons initiative effectively increases underrepresented minorities in academic surgery
183. 1 NovCommon stomach bacteria may fight off inflammatory bowel disease caused by Salmonella
184. 1 NovChildhood stroke study identifies the contraceptive pill and smoking as risk factors
185. 1 NovVirginia Tech computer scientist, student design award winning software to combat hacking
186. 1 NovPivoting hooks of graphene’s chemical cousin could revolutionize work of electron microscopes
187. 1 NovScientists turn a new leaf to discover a compound in daffodils that targets brain cancer
188. 1 NovUC research: Rabbit’s food brings luck in decreasing estrogen levels in wastewater
189. 1 NovExtraverts are more vulnerable to effects of sleep deprivation after social interaction
190. 1 NovRacial and ethnic disparities impact care for children with frequent ear infections
191. 1 NovIntentional swallowing of foreign bodies and its impact on the cost of health care
192. 1 NovPregnant women who eat peanuts may put infants at increased risk for peanut allergy
193. 1 NovResearchers develop successful method for extracting and archiving patient radiation dose info
194. 1 NovMaj. of comm. facilities performing breast MRI exams meet ACRIN and EUSOBI technical requirements

October 2010

1. 31 OctSpeed installation of system to monitor vital signs of global ocean, scientists urge
2. 29 OctScripps Research team ‘watches’ formation of cells’ protein factories for first time
3. 29 OctWomen’s unique connection to nature is explored in special issue of Ecopsychology
4. 29 OctNew report underlines the threat to universal access to HIV prevention, treatment and care due to a slow-down in treatment scale-up and waning political will
5. 29 OctStereotactic radiotherapy slows pancreatic cancer progression for inoperable patients
6. 29 OctPapyrus research provides insights into the ‘modern concerns’ of the ancient world
7. 28 OctPotential new treatment for deadly nipah and hendra viruses identified by Weill Cornell researchers
8. 28 OctNewly discovered regulatory mechanism essential for embryo development and may contribute to cancer
9. 28 OctUM researchers are studying child-mother interactions to design robots with social skills
10. 28 OctScientists describe new approach for identifying genetic markers for common diseases
11. 28 OctOrganic solvent system may improve catalyst recycling and create new nanomedicine uses
12. 28 OctRoot of the matter: A new map shows life-saving forests’ scarcity defies past estimates
13. 28 OctFacebook study finds race trumped by ethnic, social, geographic origins in forging friendships
14. 28 OctU of M researchers identify possible key to treating, understanding post-traumatic stress disorder
15. 28 Oct2 people can learn to cooperate intuitively, but larger groups need to communicate
16. 28 OctScientists call for tighter regulations on food adverts during children’s TV viewing
17. 28 OctMind over matter: Study shows we consciously exert control over individual neurons
18. 28 OctNew study suggests most preschool-age children exceed daily screen time recommendations
19. 27 OctScientists issue call to action for archaeological sites threatened by rising seas
20. 27 OctDoctors’ sense of mission, self-identity key in choice to work in underserved areas
21. 27 Oct2 THEMIS probes redirected to moon to study magnetosphere, solar wind interactions
22. 27 OctTexas A&M University becomes key player in global study to save Earth’s endangered species
23. 27 OctLearning the truth not effective in battling rumors about NYC mosque, study finds
24. 27 OctKnowledge of genetic cancer risks often dies with patients, finds VCU Massey Cancer Center
25. 27 OctThe brain’s journey from early Internet to modern-day fiber optics — all in 1 lifetime
26. 27 OctThe brain’s journey from early Internet to modern-day fiber optics — all in 1 lifetime
27. 26 OctHaptoglobin as an early serum biomarker of virus-induced type 1 diabetes in rats
28. 26 OctTargeted radiation therapy minimizes GI side effects for prostate cancer patients, Penn study shows
29. 26 OctScientists meet in Ethiopia to broaden market opportunities for Africa’s livestock farmers
30. 26 OctIn a challenging infant heart defect, two-thirds may have high chance of survival
31. 26 OctNewfoundland researchers crack the genetic code of a sudden death cardiac killer
32. 26 OctDGAC report offers food and nutrition practitioners insights on helping combat obesity epidemic
33. 25 OctStudy finds race, ethnicity impact access to care for children with frequent ear infections
34. 25 OctKnowledge gaps, fears common among parents of children with drug-resistant bacteria
35. 25 OctMicroRNAs dictate the Epstein-Barr virus’ elaborate waiting game, cancer formation
36. 25 OctMicrowave oven key to self-assembly process meeting semi-conductor industry need
37. 25 OctResearchers find pathway that drives spread of pediatric bone cancer in preclinical studies
38. 25 OctExperts unveil new CVD guidelines and position papers at Canadian Cardiovascular Congress 2010
39. 25 OctColorectal cancer screening can be expanded by offering it during mammography visits
40. 25 OctStudy suggests sensitivity to bodily symptoms of anxiety may make a difference in treatment
41. 24 OctDiscovery of taste receptors in the lungs could help people with asthma breathe easier
42. 24 OctQuebec City researchers pave the way for novel treatment of pulmonary hypertension
43. 22 OctPractice-changing studies on how oncologists treat cancer to be presented at ASTRO Annual Meeting
44. 22 OctFrom obscurity to prime time: Viral political videos can spring from non-political sites
45. 22 OctFalling in love ‘more scientific than you think,’ according to Syracuse University professor
46. 22 OctSpace telescopes reveal previously unknown brilliant X-ray explosion in our Milky Way galaxy
47. 22 OctLSUHSC study IDs proteins regulating water retention in salt-sensitive hypertension
48. 22 OctUMMS biomedical researchers develop more reliable, less expensive synthetic graft material
49. 22 OctSwine flu variant linked to fatal cases might have disabled the clearing mechanism of lungs
50. 21 OctEntire issue of scientific journal devoted to center headed by Scripps Research Scientists
51. 21 OctEvidence is weak for tropical rainforest 65 million years ago in Africa’s low-latitudes
52. 21 OctModeling study identifies characteristics of high elk-use areas in western Oregon, Washington
53. 21 OctPutting a bull’s-eye on the flu: Paper details influenza’s structure for future drug targeting
54. 21 OctPreschool promises: Starting early on a new educational agenda for the United States
55. 21 OctCarnegie Mellon researchers break speed barrier in solving important class of linear systems
56. 21 OctResearchers find better method to help mothers cope with child’s cancer and related stress
57. 21 OctTelementoring may address need for surgical subspecialty expertise in remote locations
58. 21 OctStudies show everolimus-eluting stent implantation reduces restenosis and repeat revasculariztion
59. 21 OctNew research provides insights into space weather, could benefit satellites, aircraft
60. 21 OctThe sound of the underground! New acoustic early warning system for landslide prediction
61. 21 OctEfforts underway to rescue vulnerable bananas, giant swamp taro, other Pacific Island crops
62. 21 OctConventional, annual Pap smear cost-effective follow-up after cervical lesion treatment
63. 21 OctVirtual colonoscopy option could improve colorectal cancer screening rates, patient survey suggests
64. 21 OctVirtual colonoscopy and teleradiology bring colorectal cancer screening to patients in rural areas
65. 20 OctStudy identifies barriers to successful treatment of children with sarcoma in low-income countries
66. 20 OctGirls with ovarian germ-cell tumors can safely skip chemotherapy unless disease recurs
67. 20 OctTraveling by car increases global temperatures more than by plane, but only in long term
68. 20 OctSmall is beautiful in hydroelectric power plant design, and good for the environment
69. 20 OctDevastating impact of spinal osteoporotic fractures revealed on World Osteoporosis Day
70. 20 OctNew industrial application for revolutionary forensic metal fingerprinting technique
71. 20 OctNew UGA research shows people are better at strategic reasoning than was thought
72. 19 OctBrain might be key to leptin’s actions against type 1 diabetes, UT Southwestern researchers find
73. 19 OctIowa State, USDA researchers discover eye test for neurological diseases in livestock
74. 19 OctResearchers advocate for more education and attention regarding rare breast cancer
75. 19 OctVisceral adiposity index directly correlated to viral load in genotype 1 chronic hepatitis C
76. 19 OctExperiments find bias in way analysts view firms led by black grads of prestigious universities
77. 19 OctFriends share personal details to strengthen relationships in United States, but not in Japan
78. 19 OctCulturally inspired mobile phone games help Chinese children learn language characters
79. 19 OctTYRX AIGISRx antibacterial envelope shows low infection rate, high CIED procedure success
80. 18 OctComputational model of swimming fish could inspire design of robots or medical prosthetics
81. 18 OctGeophysicists claim conventional understanding of Earth’s deep water cycle needs revision
82. 18 OctLastest graphene research could lead to improvements in bluetooth headsets and other devices
83. 18 OctRemoving 2mm around breast cancer tumors prevents residual disease in 98 percent of patients
84. 18 OctProstate cancer patients treated with robotic-assisted surgery can expect low recurrence of cancer
85. 18 OctNotable racial disparities in diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of colorectal cancer
86. 18 OctEncouraging findings suggest new avenues for treating liver disease in overweight Americans
87. 18 OctInvestment in CRC screening targeting pre-medicare population could cut medicare treatment costs
88. 18 OctNational Stroke Association survey reveals more than half of stroke survivors suffer added burden of little known neurologic condition
89. 17 OctBlood pressure, glaucoma links in migraine patients; eye care goes digital and mobile
90. 15 OctShifting forms: Penn study shows how variations of same protein affect immune response
91. 15 OctNational study identifies range of opportunities to improve engineering education
92. 14 OctFrom handwritten CAPTCHAs to ‘smart rooms,’ tech solutions start with pattern recognition
93. 14 OctPerspectives on improving patient care: Genetics, personalized medicine, and behavioral intervention
94. 14 OctStudy: Waist circumference, not BMI, is best predictor of future cardiovascular risk in children
95. 14 OctAnti-vomiting drug could prevent thousands of hospitalizations, save millions of dollars
96. 14 OctOverseas nurses feel their skills are underused and they aren’t valued or respected
97. 14 OctNew malware could steal users social media behavior and info — Ben-Gurion U. researchers
98. 14 OctNew research results change the understanding of atmospheric aerosol properties and climate effects
99. 13 OctGladstone scientists uncover mechanism for the major genetic risk factor of Alzheimer’s disease
100. 13 OctPitt team finds protein that sets the stage for exchanges of DNA code in eggs and sperm
101. 13 OctInsights into environmental conditions that affect highly pathogenic bird flu virus survival
102. 13 OctLife expectancy higher in Israel than in US, according to Ben-Gurion U. researcher
103. 13 OctBiopharma leaders to reveal successful strategies for China, India at the PharmAsia Summit
104. 13 OctEarly role of mitochondria in AD may help explain limitations to current beta amyloid hypothesis
105. 13 OctNational study shows 1 in 5 children meet criteria for a mental disorder across their lifetime
106. 13 OctUMD neuroscientists discover nicotine could play role in Alzheimer’s disease therapy
107. 13 OctLegalizing marijuana in California would not substantially cut cartel revenues, study finds
108. 13 OctResearchers reach consensus on use of deep brain stimulation to treat Parkinson’s
109. 13 OctUnlike us, honeybees naturally make ‘quick switch’ in their biological clocks, says Hebrew University researcher
110. 13 OctNew survey of psychiatric nurses highlights their role in patient care, professional challenges and desire to do more
111. 12 OctNational committee releases findings on transforming and improving the nursing profession
112. 12 OctConsuming vegetables linked to decreased breast cancer risk in African-American women
113. 12 OctDiabetes gene linked to degeneration of enzyme involved in Alzheimer’s disease onset and progression
114. 12 OctMedical researchers break down costs to care for heart failure patients at the end of life
115. 12 OctSmithsonian reports regional sea temperature rise and coral bleaching event in Western Caribbean
116. 12 OctIOF campaign puts spotlight on vastly under-diagnosed and under-treated spinal fractures
117. 12 OctPeer-based outreach services for sex workers assist entry into detox and drug treatment
118. 11 OctTreatment of retinal conditions appears to have changed significantly in previous decade
119. 11 OctCertain new therapies for age-related eye disease do not appear to increase heart risks
120. 11 OctAdding topotecan to standard treatment for ovarian cancer does not improve progression-free survival
121. 11 OctInsurance and socioeconomic status do not explain racial disparities in breast cancer care
122. 11 OctUT Southwestern study to determine whether leptin helps type 1 diabetes patients
123. 11 OctStudy finds monarch butterflies use medicinal plants to treat offspring for disease
124. 10 OctGladstone scientists link hepatitis C virus infection to fat enzyme in liver cells
125. 10 OctRutgers discovery paves way for development of efficient, inexpensive plastic solar cells
126. 10 OctLand ‘evapotranspiration’ taking unexpected turn: huge parts of world are drying up
127. 10 OctClinical trials demonstrate effective weight loss strategies for obese and overweight adults
128. 10 OctPrepared meals and incentivized weight-loss program for obese and overweight women
129. 10 OctNew targeted therapy adds benefit to erlotinib in some patients with advanced lung cancer
130. 10 OctSurgical technique relieves painful spine fractures in patients with metastatic cancer
131. 10 OctErlotinib improves progression-free survival as first-line therapy in advanced lung cancer
132. 10 OctIdentifying subsets of patients who will respond to subsequent lines of chemotherapy
133. 10 OctInvestigational ovarian cancer drug shows promise against platinum resistant disease
134. 10 OctNovocure reports data showing TTF therapy in combination with chemotherapy has the potential to increase overall survival for patients with advanced non-small cell lung cancer
135. 8 OctAutistic children are not good at covering up their lies: Queen’s University study
136. 8 OctBloodstream infection surveillance inconsistent between institutions, U-M study shows
137. 8 OctTexas Tech researcher: Bee colony collapse associated with viral, fungal infection
138. 8 OctStudying illnesses caused by worms: Scientists are learning how immune cells communicate
139. 8 OctNew report: How will the affordable care act affect 15 million uninsured young adults?
140. 8 Oct3-way control of fetal heart-cell proliferation could help regenerate cardiac cells
141. 7 OctMIT researchers develop a better way to see molecules at work in living brain cells
142. 7 OctStanford-led study disproves link between genetic variant, risk of coronary artery disease
143. 7 OctStudy shows faith-based interventions can encourage exercise in older African-American women
144. 7 OctInternational Menopause Society calls upon medical community to improve the vaginal health of postmenopausal women
145. 7 OctThe fight against cancer needs to be an asymmetric warfare; reflections on the death of a friend
146. 6 OctKeeping blood pressure in check may benefit some African-Americans with kidney disease
147. 6 OctIowa State team calculates societal costs of five major crimes; finds murder at $17.25 million
148. 6 OctDrug that helps adults addicted to opioid drugs also relieves withdrawal symptoms in newborns
149. 6 OctNeighborhoods can have depressing effect on health, according to Iowa State study
150. 6 OctChildrens Hospital LA discovers growth factor essential to epicardial cell function
151. 5 OctSMU geothermal mapping project reveals large, green energy source in coal country
152. 5 OctNew graphene fabrication method uses silicon carbide templates to create desired growth
153. 5 OctThe world is full of darkness, reflected in the physiology of the human retina, Penn researchers say
154. 5 OctGeorgia Tech researchers design system to trace call paths across multiple networks
155. 5 OctBetter cholesterol drugs may follow Saint Louis University researcher’s breakthrough
156. 5 OctBreakthrough e-display means electronics with high speed, high readability and low power usage
157. 5 OctTRMM satellite sees tropical moisture bring heavy rain, flooding to US East Coast
158. 5 OctT cell discovery shows promise for Type 1 diabetes treatment: UBC-CFRI study
159. 4 OctDepression during pregnancy increases risk for preterm birth and low birth weight
160. 4 OctJohn Theurer Cancer Center to present innovative research at 2 surgical meetings
161. 4 OctInteractive media improved patients’ understanding of cancer surgery by more than a third
162. 4 OctDepression and distress not detected in majority of patients seen by nurses — new study
163. 4 OctHebrew University research holds promise for development of new osteoporosis drug
164. 1 OctStudy Offers Evolutionary Perspective on After-Sex Behaviors
165. 1 OctParkinson’s Disease: Excess of Special Protein Identified as Key to Symptoms and Possible New Target for Treatment with Widely Used Anti-Cancer Drug Imatinib

September 2010

1. 30 SepResearchers find first genetic evidence for loss of teeth in the common ancestor of baleen whales
2. 30 SepNew health insurance exchanges should be independent, aim for level playing field
3. 29 SepA downside to work flexibility? Schedule control and its link to work-family stress
4. 29 SepClimate accord loopholes could spell 4.2-degree rise in temperature and end of coral reefs by 2100
5. 29 SepFather’s incarceration associated with elevated risks of marijuana and other illegal drug use
6. 28 SepTruthy.indiana.edu to search, identify smear tactics, Twitter-bombs through November election runup
7. 27 SepElectric cars hold greater promise for reducing emissions and lowering US oil imports
8. 27 SepStudy shows patient-specific vaccines for metastatic melanoma may induce durable complete regression
9. 27 SepHigh death, disability rates due to fractures in Russia, Central Asia and Eastern Europe
10. 26 SepMoving closer to outdoor recreation not a recipe for being more physically active
11. 24 SepMimicking Nature, Water-Based ‘Artificial Leaf’ Produces Electricity
12. 23 SepEverglades restoration program making tangible progress after 10 years; challenges ahead to meet both water quality and quantity goals
13. 22 SepElectricity collected from the air could become the newest alternative energy source
14. 22 SepAlbert Einstein College of Medicine researcher to brief Congress on global diabetes
15. 21 SepResearch shows child rearing practices of distant ancestors foster morality, compassion in kids
16. 21 SepStudy offers first explanation of how cells rapidly repair and maintain structure
17. 21 SepHurricane watches up in Canada as the GOES-13 Satellite sees Hurricane Igor still expanding
18. 21 SepGOES-11 catches quick birth of Tropical Storm Georgette already moving into Baja California
19. 21 SepNASA infrared imagery sees tropical depression 14 becomes 12th tropical storm: Lisa
20. 21 SepResults of the placement of multiple endoscopic stents for postoperative biliary strictures remains excellent after long-term follow-up
21. 21 SepUniversal, primordial magnetic fields discovered in deep space by UCLA, Caltech physicists
22. 21 SepOHSU research suggests compound administered during some bone marrow transplants elevates risks
23. 21 SepNew collaborative process can help improve management of marine recreational fisheries
24. 21 SepHormone oxytocin improves social cognition but only in less socially proficient individuals
25. 21 SepNew study indicates children and parents want science assessment for 11-year-olds
26. 21 Sep‘Halfalogue’: Overheard cell-phone conversations are not only annoying but reduce our attention
27. 21 SepResearchers investigate differences in quality of care delivered by US resident and staff physicians
28. 21 SepGenomic ‘haircut’ makes world’s tiniest genome even smaller
29. 21 SepLandmark report reveals massive global cost of Alzheimer’s: 1 percent of global GDP — and growing
30. 21 SepLeaders trial: 3-year data on stent with biodegradable polymer to be presented at TCT 2010
31. 21 SepNew stent design demonstrates superiority at 6 months; 1 year data to be presented at TCT 2010
32. 21 SepFirst in-human study of robotically assisted PCI system demonstrates safety, feasibility
33. 21 SepDrink milk and lose more weight, according to Ben-Gurion University of the Negev research
34. 20 SepNew pathway regulates immune balance and offers promising drug development target
35. 20 SepU of M research shows US teen hearing loss is much lower than has been widely reported
36. 20 SepEffects of chemoradiation therapy by using capecitabine on gastric cancer patients
37. 20 SepHigher incidence of seizures seen in children with H1N1 virus compared to seasonal flu
38. 17 SepResearchers at SUNY Downstate find drug combination may treat traumatic brain injury
39. 17 SepStandardized violence-prevention programs may not prevent teen fighting, findings suggest
40. 17 Sep1st International Conference for Organizations Representing Patients with Kidney Cancer
41. 16 SepCase Western Reserve researcher discovers new ‘anti-pathogenic’ drugs to treat MRSA
42. 16 SepStudy: How Palestinian and Israeli children are psychologically scarred by exposure to war
43. 16 SepA scientific breakthrough could be the first step in a better treatment for leukemia patients
44. 16 SepUCSB, Texas A&M scientists document fate of deep hydrocarbon plumes in Gulf oil spill
45. 16 SepSignificant weight-loss from surgery decreases risk for cardiovascular disease in women
46. 16 SepBacteria identified that may lead to inflammatory bowel disease in certain individuals
47. 16 SepScripps scientists develop test providing new pathway for identifying obesity, diabetes drugs
48. 16 SepFat stem cells safe for breast reconstruction when cancer is dormant, says Pitt team
49. 16 SepDisease transmission model says media coverage cuts infection rate and pandemic extent
50. 16 SepDiscovery of key pathway interaction may lead to therapies that aid brain growth and repair
51. 16 SepMediterranean countries offer fewer urban transport options than Central European ones
52. 16 Sep‘Warrior worms’ discovered in snails; UCSB scientists see possible biomedical applications
53. 16 SepCEOs with top college degrees no better at improving long-term firm performance than other CEOs
54. 15 SepNIST data: Enabling the technical-basis for evacuation planning of high-rise buildings
55. 15 SepWhat can health-care facilities do to help patients better understand medical information
56. 15 SepDiscovery of the secrets that enable plants near Chernobyl to shrug off radiation
57. 15 SepNew evidence on how cranberry juice fights bacteria that cause urinary tract infections
58. 15 SepElectron switch between molecules points way to new high-powered organic batteries
59. 15 SepOverprotective parents may impact heart anxiety in adults with congenital heart conditions
60. 15 SepInterfering with a double-edged sword: novel anti-inflammatory functions for interferons
61. 15 SepEmployee with higher level of emotional intelligence is more dedicated and satisfied at work
62. 15 SepUrgent steps needed to tackle inadequate support for women with secondary breast cancer
63. 15 SepKing’s College London reveals promising techniques for extending the life of an organ transplant
64. 15 SepRadiation exposure poses similar risk of first and second cancers in atomic bomb survivors
65. 15 SepStudy: Mental illness stigma entrenched in American culture; new strategies needed
66. 15 SepSuccessful periodontal therapy may reduce the risk of preterm birth, according to Penn dental study
67. 14 SepBlood test accurately predicts death from prostate cancer up to 25 years in advance
68. 14 SepAdapting to darkness: How behavioral and genetic changes helped cavefish survive extreme environment
69. 14 SepNew study finds positive return on investment for states that invest in quit smoking treatments
70. 14 SepStunning NASA infrared imagery of Hurricane Igor reveals a 170 degree temperature difference
71. 14 SepNeuralstem stem cells survive and differentiate into neurons in rats with stroke
72. 14 SepEnigmatic star devours companion; possibly pregnant with second-generation planets
73. 14 SepNew current meter provides answers for lobster industry, oyster farmers, scientists
74. 14 SepFla. med student study reveals disparity of skin cancer knowledge — Ben-Gurion U. study
75. 14 SepCentralized health care more cost-effective, offers better access to preventive services
76. 14 SepNew task force report on bisphosphonate use and atypical femur fractures in osteoporosis patients
77. 14 SepStudy identifies underlying dysfunction of seemingly non-critical heart condition
78. 13 SepNASA sees Tropical Storm Julia born with strong thunderstorms and heavy rainfall
79. 13 SepLouisiana Tech forestry professor helps to shape future of global industry research
80. 13 SepNew insights provide promise for development of tools to protect damaged tissues
81. 13 SepHow football playing robots have the future of artificial intelligence at their feet
82. 13 SepBrain stimulation can help partially paralyzed stroke patients regain use of their muscles
83. 13 SepEarly prostate cancer detection, screening: No benefit for men with low baseline PSA value
84. 13 SepNational study finds 70 percent increase in basketball-related traumatic brain injuries
85. 12 SepScripps Research scientists solve long-standing mystery of protein ‘quality control’ mechanism
86. 10 SepSandia researcher: Amateur astronomers open potential lab in outer space for planetary scientists
87. 10 SepOU study on genetics in fruit flies leads to new method for understanding brain function
88. 10 SepMount Sinai researchers analyze impact of chemical BPA in dental sealants used in children
89. 10 SepLack of trust in hospitals a major deterrent for blood donation among African-Americans
90. 9 SepOpioid use to relieve pain and suffering at end of life is safe in hospital-at-home setting
91. 9 SepStudy says shortage of FSC wood statewide could lead to price premium for green construction
92. 9 SepAging drug users are increasing and facing chronic physical and mental health problems
93. 9 SepCarnegie Mellon researchers develop method to help computer vision systems decipher outdoor scenes
94. 9 SepUC Davis study finds low liver cancer survival rates among Laotian/Hmong-Americans
95. 9 SepInvestigators discover a new hot spot for the genesis of signaling neurons in the adult brain
96. 9 SepUse of medication for insomnia or anxiety increases mortality risk by 36 percent
97. 9 SepUsing chest compressions first just as successful as immediate defibrillation after cardiac arrest
98. 8 SepParents report a widely prescribed antibiotic is effective for fragile X treatment
99. 8 SepWhy the biological clock? Penn study says aging reduces centromere cohesion, disrupts reproduction
100. 8 SepWorldwide shortage of isotopes for medical imaging could threaten quality of patient care
101. 8 SepHigh testosterone levels linked to self-destructive CEO behavior, says Management Science
102. 8 SepACP explores ethical issues for use of incentives to promote personal responsibility for health
103. 8 SepIowa State study finds corn bred to contain beta-carotene is a good source of vitamin A
104. 8 SepAdults demonstrate modified immune response after receiving massage, Cedars-Sinai researchers show
105. 8 SepExperts question claim that Alexander the Great’s half-brother is buried at Vergina
106. 8 SepInstitute for Aging Research study finds indoor and outdoor fall are different for the elderly
107. 8 SepSaving a million acre-feet of water through conservation and efficiency in California
108. 7 SepNASA saw strong T-storms in quick-forming Hermine’s center, warm water to power it
109. 7 SepPotomac River: 10-fold increase in native submerged vegetation reflects improved water quality
110. 7 SepResearchers at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles find diet-induced obesity accelerates leukemia
111. 7 SepResearchers at UC Riverside find solution to cell death problem vexing stem cell research
112. 7 SepMany textile and apparel firms misrepresent identity, suffer financially, MU study finds
113. 7 SepThe reindeer and the mammoth already lived on the Iberian Peninsula 150,000 years ago
114. 7 SepBMJ report into top-selling diabetes drug raises concerns about the drug regulatory system
115. 7 SepU of C scientist offers better ways to engineer Earth’s climate to prevent dangerous global warming
116. 7 SepStudy finds more Americans bypassing their personal physician when immediate treatment required
117. 7 SepMelting rate of ice caps in Greenland and Western Antarctica lower than expected
118. 7 SepPharmaceutical conservation key to slowing rise of antibiotic-resistant infections
119. 7 SepMany hospital emergency department visits could be treated elsewhere, study finds
120. 7 SepExperts recommend universal screening of newborns for congenital adrenal hyperplasia
121. 6 SepSome children with autism show a preference for geometric patterns at an early age
122. 6 SepHallucinogen appears safe, may improve mood among patients with advanced-stage cancer and anxiety
123. 6 SepCombining medication and psychosocial treatments may benefit patients with early-stage schizophrenia
124. 6 SepCompounds in non-stick cookware may be associated with elevated cholesterol in children and teens
125. 6 SepShort nighttime sleep duration among infants, young children associated with obesity in later life
126. 6 SepIn a changing climate, erratic rainfall poses growing threat to rural poor, new report says
127. 5 SepMIT researchers create new self-assembling photovoltaic technology that repairs itself
128. 5 SepDNA fingerprinting pioneer discovers role of key genetic catalyst for human diversity
129. 3 SepMoonstruck primates: Owl monkeys need moonlight as much as a biological clock for nocturnal activity
130. 3 SepPublication of World Health Report 2000 ‘an act of remarkable courage,’ says school expert
131. 3 SepUCLA chemists, engineers achieve world record with high-speed graphene transistors
132. 3 SepSatellite data reveal why migrating birds have a small window to spread bird flu
133. 3 SepResearchers identify how bone-marrow stem cells hold their ‘breath’ in low-oxygen environments
134. 2 SepCigarette smoke may contribute to lung inflammation through a new chemical pathway
135. 2 SepAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology reacts to stem-cell ruling
136. 2 SepScientists identify molecules involved in touch and other mechanically activated systems
137. 2 SepBiomedical research policy needed for therapies, economic growth, education and security
138. 2 SepDynamic memory mapping delivers additional flexibility to virtual resource management
139. 2 SepEffect of heat treatment on the superconducting properties of Ag-doped Sr0.6K0.4Fe2As2 compounds
140. 2 SepScientists find organic farms have higher quality fruit, better soil, lower environmental impact
141. 2 SepResearchers create new class of piezoelectric logic devices using zinc oxide nanowires
142. 2 Sep16.6 million small business employees could benefit from ACA provisions starting this year
143. 1 SepA single interaction affects the way a child seeks information, Queen’s University study finds
144. 1 SepStopping smoking cessation treatments too soon may reduce odds of success for 45 percent of smokers
145. 1 SepAirline passengers in developing countries face 13 times crash risk as US: INFORMS study
146. 1 SepTargeted strategies needed to find, prevent and treat breast cancer among Mexican-origin women
147. 1 SepCold Spring Harbor Protocols features chromosomal rearrangement, gene copy number methods
148. 1 SepListen up — U-M experiment records ultrafast chemical reaction with vibrational echoes
149. 1 SepSurgery to repair torn shoulder muscles in the elderly can reduce pain and improve function
150. 1 SepSensitivity to alcohol odors may indicate a genetic predisposition to alcohol dependence
151. 1 SepEconomic theory suggests symbiosis is driven by simple self-interest, not rewards or punishment
152. 1 SepStudy finds an increased risk of death in men with insomnia and a short sleep duration
153. 1 SepStudy links shorter sleep durations with greater risks of mental distress in young adults
154. 1 SepPrivatizing Sweden’s retail alcohol sales will increase alcohol-related violence and other harms

August 2010

1. 31 AugFor the first time, researchers identify and isolate adult mammary stem cells in mice
2. 31 AugNASA’s Terra Satellite captures 3 tropical cyclones in the northwestern Pacific Ocean
3. 31 AugResearchers develop simulation to better understand the effects of sound on marine life
4. 31 AugGirls’ early puberty linked to unstable environment via insecure attachment in infancy
5. 31 AugStudy findings show value of dietary supplement SAMe in treatment of adults with major depressive disorders
6. 31 AugScientists discover new protein that gets to the roots of obesity and osteoporosis
7. 31 AugNew discovery suggests our lungs are ‘innately prone’ to silicosis and related diseases
8. 31 AugAmerican women are happier going to church than shopping on Sundays — Ben-Gurion U. Study
9. 31 AugHospitals face legal dilemma if they test incapacitated patients after needle accidents
10. 31 AugSangart reports positive Phase IIa data for novel oxygen therapeutic agent MP4OX in trauma patients
11. 31 AugLower-dose heparin use during coronary procedure does not appear to reduce risk of major bleeding
12. 31 AugNation’s leading ID experts call for mandatory flu vaccine for all health-care personnel
13. 30 AugStory tips from the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, September 2010
14. 30 AugDevastating psychological effects of BP Gulf disaster are explored in Ecopsychology journal
15. 30 AugU of M research provides insights into the roots of gamblers’ fallacies and other superstitions
16. 30 AugNew study shows that oilsands mining and processing are polluting the Athabasca River
17. 30 AugNew research shows how disease-causing parasite gets around human innate immunity
18. 30 AugBUSPH study observes link between decongestant use in pregnant women and lower risk of preterm birth
19. 30 AugSchool-based intervention successfully lowers drinking rates in at risk children
20. 30 AugStudy finds asking about pregnancy coercion and intimate-partner violence can reduce their incidence
21. 30 AugStudy identifies risk factors for cardiovascular events in patients with atherothrombosis
22. 30 AugSpace telescope’s new survey of outer galaxy helps Iowa State astronomers study stars
23. 30 AugNew genomic marker for tuberculosis may help identify patients who will develop the disease
24. 27 AugCongressman, CSHL president urge quick action to reverse judicial embryonic stem cell research ban
25. 27 AugTuning into cell signals that tell where sensory organs will form inside the ear
26. 27 AugSodium MRI gives new insights into detecting osteoarthritis, NYU researchers find
27. 27 AugPolicy reform to stop discrimination against farm trees could help poor farmers out of poverty
28. 26 AugNew paper examines approaches to measuring protein in foods in context of deadly adulterations
29. 26 AugVictimized children involved with disasters more likely to have mental health issues
30. 26 AugPrediction of intrinsic magnetism at silicon surfaces could lead to single-spin magnetoelectronics
31. 26 AugOU GeoChip technology plays critical role in Gulf of Mexico deepwater oil plume study
32. 26 AugPenn study sheds light on how the brain shifts between sleep/awake states under anesthesia
33. 26 AugJournal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology sees growth, promise of tumor ablation
34. 26 AugSouthampton to conduct UK’s first cochlear implant operation to give sound in both ears
35. 26 AugVitamin D may treat and prevent allergic reaction to mold in cystic fibrosis patients
36. 25 AugLSU expert teams with Ohio State researcher to track species affected by Gulf oil spill
37. 25 AugUp to 1 in 4 patients report more physical problems a year after surgery than before
38. 24 AugSU research team uses nanobiotechnology-manipulated light particles to accelerate algae growth
39. 24 AugFruit flies use horizontal landmarks for altitude control, says Caltech research team
40. 24 AugFat distribution plays a role in weight loss success in patients at risk of diabetes
41. 24 AugGenetic structure of first animal to show evolutionary response to climate change determined
42. 24 AugNew study shows how giant tortoises, alligators thrived in High Arctic 50 million years ago
43. 24 Aug‘Spintronics’ breakthrough holds promise for next-generation computers
44. 24 AugMothers abused by partners see decline in mental health even after relationship ends
45. 24 AugHuman umbilical cord blood cells aid lab animal brain cell survival after simulated stroke
46. 24 AugResearchers find gene responsible for neurodegenerative disease in dogs, possibly in humans
47. 23 AugUniversity of Colorado Denver Business School study shows failure better teacher than success
48. 23 Aug‘Media detective’ tool empowers children to skirt alcohol and tobacco marketing messages
49. 23 AugDecade-long trial confirms benefts of steroid withdrawal for transplant patients
50. 23 AugNew technology may prolong the life of implanted devices, from pacemakers to chemotherapy ports
51. 23 Aug‘Legacy of Katrina’ report details impact of stalled recovery on mental health status of children
52. 22 AugRheumatoid arthritis signaling protein reverses Alzheimer’s disease in mouse model
53. 22 AugNovel ‘antisense’ therapies protect primates from lethal Ebola and Marburg viruses
54. 20 AugA plan to promote sustainable US scientific discovery and innovation in the 21st century is proposed in OMICS
55. 20 AugDrug addicts get hooked via prescriptions, keep using ‘to feel like a better person,’ research shows
56. 20 AugStreet outreach workers an important tool for violence prevention and intervention
57. 19 AugNatural lung material is promising scaffold for engineering lung tissue using embryonic stem cells
58. 19 AugRice sociologist finds male scientists regret parenthood decisions more than female counterparts
59. 19 AugProof that a gut-wrenching complaint — irritable bowel syndrome — is not in your head
60. 19 AugHuman neural stem cells restore motor function in mice with chronic spinal cord injury
61. 19 AugScientist IDs genes that promise to make biofuel production more efficient, economical
62. 18 AugInnovative imaging system may boost speed and accuracy in treatment of heart rhythm disorder
63. 18 AugMount Sinai researchers discover new mechanism behind cellular energy conversion
64. 18 AugPediatric urologist performs innovative procedure for girls with rare vaginal defects
65. 18 AugLifeloc Technologies releases new research on the accuracy of personal breathalyzers
66. 17 AugCosmic accelerators discovered in our galaxy by UCLA physicists, Japanese colleague
67. 17 AugNASA satellites see Tropical Depression 5’s remnants giving the Gulf a wet encore
68. 17 AugNew mechanisms of tumor resistance to targeted therapy in lung cancer are discovered
69. 17 AugBoston Univ., Veterans Affairs find sports brain trauma may cause disease mimicking ALS
70. 17 AugLung stem cells vital to lung repair associated with poor cancer prognosis when found in tumor
71. 17 AugCan the international science community find the proper balance between cooperation and competition?
72. 16 AugAntidepressant can help treat major depression during perimenopause, menopause, VCU study shows
73. 16 AugPitt data on oil and gas leases gauges local Marcellus Shale activity since 2003
74. 16 AugScientists successfully use human induced pluripotent stem cells to treat Parkinson’s in rodents
75. 16 Aug‘e-Learning’ report shows online professional development aids teachers and students
76. 16 AugHenry Ford Hospital study: Donor Risk Index does not impact outcomes on a small scale
77. 16 AugIBEX mission yields intriguing studies about solar system, lively debate among researchers
78. 15 AugCombining Mill’s chemistry with Haich-Moddel insulated layers of open catalyst cells
79. 15 AugProbing the nanoparticle: Predicting how nanoparticles will react in the human body
80. 15 AugSex between adolescents in romantic relationships is often harmless to their academics
81. 14 AugChildhood adversity worsens effects of stress, adding to current hardships, says new research
82. 14 AugAdversity in childhood can increase risk of cardiovascular disease in adulthood, research shows
83. 14 AugChildhood abuse, adversity may shorten life, weaken immune response among the elderly
84. 14 AugThe aging process and the ‘7-year Itch.’ Reflections on senescence from the summit of Mt. Colden
85. 13 AugTechnique to preserve fertility in young women may be unsafe for patients with leukemia
86. 13 AugNASA’s TRMM satellite maps flood potential as TD5’s remnants keep soaking Louisiana, Mississippi
87. 13 AugSpeed electronic medical record adoption via key medical centers, says Management Science
88. 13 AugSelected cells from blood or bone marrow may provide a route to healing blood vessels
89. 12 AugNot all kidney patients treated equal: Differences in care for patients beginning on dialysis
90. 12 AugAn IRCM researcher pinpoints the cellular mechanism responsible for modulating the permeability of blood vessels
91. 12 AugResearchers find that one type of stem cell creates a niche for another type in bone marrow
92. 12 AugNew drug reduces tumor size in women with advanced hereditary ovarian or breast cancer
93. 12 AugWireless tire pressure monitoring systems in cars may compromise privacy, pose security threat
94. 11 AugUsing bone marrow stem cells to treat critically ill patients on verge of respiratory failure
95. 11 AugFixing technical problems for a good night’s sleep as kids start a new school year
96. 10 AugProteins linked with Alzheimer’s, other neurodegenerative diseases found to clump in normal aging
97. 10 AugStudy finds similar personality types in male and female domestic violence perpetrators
98. 10 AugBreast cancer risk varies among different progestins used in hormone replacement therapy
99. 10 AugRutgers researchers assess severity of prostate cancers using magnetic resonance imaging
100. 10 AugWalking to school could reduce stress reactivity in children, may curb risk of heart disease
101. 10 AugInaugural deployment of buoys to measure air and sea interactions in typhoons launched from Taiwan
102. 10 AugHuman cells can copy not only DNA, but also RNA, says team from Pitt, Helicos BioSciences
103. 10 AugIndonesian ice field may be gone in a few years, core may contain secrets of Pacific El Nino events
104. 10 AugResearchers develop magnetic molecular machines to deliver drugs to unhealthy cells
105. 9 AugTelemedicine for maintaining health of oil rig workers is explored in Telemedicine and e-Health
106. 9 AugThe jellyfish-like salp: Most efficient filter-feeder in the deep, scientists discover
107. 9 AugAfrica cell phone boom beneficial — but schools, roads, power, water remain critical needs
108. 8 AugNew anti-viral drug shows promise for dramatic improvement in hepatitis C treatment
109. 8 AugGenetic differences that make some people susceptible to meningitis revealed in major new study
110. 7 AugHealth care using telephone and telemonitoring technology benefits heart failure patients
111. 7 AugAs crops wither in Russia’s severe drought, vital plant field bank faces demolition
112. 6 AugPlanted, unplanted man-made wetlands are similar at year 15, and function as effective carbon sinks
113. 6 AugNewly discovered mechanism controls levels and efficacy of a marijuana-like substance in the brain
114. 6 AugGenes from sweet pepper to fortify African banana against devastating wilt disease
115. 5 AugStudy shows splitting bowel preparation dosage is most effective cleansing method before colonoscopy
116. 5 AugDrug control efforts in Mexico reduce methamphetamine treatment admissions in Mexico and US
117. 5 AugHelp wanted: Highly cited researchers needed for high-ranking positions at research institutions
118. 4 AugUnprecedented look at oxide interfaces reveals unexpected structures on atomic scale
119. 4 AugNew NIST report advises: Securing critical computer systems begins at the beginning
120. 4 AugBrain study shows that thinking about God reduces distress — but only for believers
121. 3 AugUniversity of Michigan study: Pep talk to teens in the ER helped reduce violence, alcohol misuse
122. 3 AugAutism Speaks on US Senate hearing on potential environmental health factors in autism
123. 3 AugMayo Clinic researchers share latest findings in CT radiation dose reduction efforts
124. 3 AugSurvey of coastal residents shows Gulf oil spill has significant impact on families
125. 3 AugSyracuse University physicists develop model that pushes limits of quantum theory, relativity
126. 3 AugSelect agents should be defined by DNA sequence in today’s era of synthetic biology
127. 3 AugQuality-adjusted life years lost to US adults due to obesity more than doubles from 1993-2008
128. 2 AugTop predators and biodiversity historically pressured in Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary
129. 2 AugIce core drilling effort involving CU-Boulder to help assess abrupt climate change risks
130. 2 AugUM School of Medicine finds mentorship program successfully fights childhood obesity
131. 2 AugNew catalyst of platinum nanoparticles could lead to conk-out free, stable fuel cells
132. 2 AugDose optimization workshop helps reduce radiation dose associated with MDCT scans
133. 2 AugResearchers develop advanced search tool to help physician’s sort and retrieve vital EMR data
134. 1 AugNegative effects of sleep restriction may linger after 1 night of recovery sleep
135. 1 AugShort and long sleep durations are independent risk factors for cardiovascular disease
136. 1 AugSIDS surprise: Study finds that infant boys are more easily aroused from sleep than girls

July 2010

1. 31 JulUT Southwestern researchers find key step in body’s ability to make red blood cells
2. 30 JulBreaking the language barrier: NIST tests language translation devices for US troops
3. 30 JulOral contraceptives and hormone replacement therapy may protect women against brain aneurysms
4. 30 JulCosmic Dust and the 2010 Lindau Nobel Meeting on Elementary Particles in Cosmology
5. 30 JulPilot study supports adolescent diabetes patients through personalized text messages
6. 30 JulResearch of cell movements in developing frogs reveals new twists in human genetic disease
7. 30 JulReforestation projects capture more carbon than industrial plantations, reveals new research
8. 30 JulTransforaminal steroid injection for lumbar radicular pain proves superior to placebo
9. 29 JulStory tips from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, August 2010
10. 29 JulSnake venom studies yield insights for development of therapies for heart disease and cancer
11. 29 JulPlant compound resveratrol shown to suppresses inflammation, free radicals in humans
12. 29 JulMale breast cancer in family leads to high perception of risk, low likelihood of genetic counseling
13. 29 JulStudy finds respiratory symptoms more reliable indicator of H1N1, not fever alone
14. 29 JulCarnegie Mellon researchers create fluorescent biosensor to aid in drug development
15. 28 JulMiddle school students co-author research on enzyme for activating promising disease-fighters
16. 28 JulPeople confront prejudice only when they believe others’ personalities can change
17. 28 JulMost panda habitat is outside nature reserves according to joint MSU-Chinese research
18. 28 JulBest hope for saving Arctic sea ice is cutting soot emissions, says Stanford researcher
19. 28 JulCurrent list of MAK and BAT values presented with 61 modifications and new entries
20. 28 JulThe penalty points system driver’s license reduces accidents on a temporary basis
21. 27 JulUniversity of Hawaii completes 3-year investigation of military munitions sea disposal site
22. 27 JulNanoblasts from laser-activated nanoparticles move molecules, proteins and DNA into cells
23. 27 JulData sorting world record: 1 terabyte, 1 minute
24. 27 JulADHD, conduct disorder and smoking most strongly related to dropping out of high school
25. 27 JulUse of decision-aid program increases safety for women experiencing abuse, researchers find
26. 27 JulTrainee publication highlights success of US-China agricultural injury research training project
27. 27 JulAbusive mothers improve parenting after in-home training, emotional support of therapists
28. 27 JulBen-Gurion University of the Negev researchers identify risks of hypertension in young adults
29. 27 JulObesity rise linked to disability increase among elderly in Latin America and the Caribbean
30. 26 JulGroup led by UCLA Engineering devises new method for securing location-sensitive data
31. 26 JulScripps research study shows infectious prions can arise spontaneously in normal brain tissue
32. 26 JulShade-coffee farms support native bees that maintain genetic diversity in tropical forests
33. 26 JulResearchers uncover biological rationale for why intensive lupus treatment works
34. 26 JulA collaboration solves the herpes virus protein structure providing new drug therapy directions
35. 26 JulFirst step toward electronic DNA sequencing: Translocation through graphene nanopores
36. 26 JulRest requirements for residents unlikely to improve outcomes in 2 common surgeries
37. 26 JulHeart bypass for uncomplicated heart surgery does not reduce neurocognitive function in children
38. 25 JulUnaccounted feedbacks from climate-induced ecosystem changes may increase future climate warming
39. 25 JulRare and common genetic variations responsible for high triglyceride levels in blood
40. 25 JulWhy the MRC didn’t fund research that led to the birth of the world’s first test tube baby
41. 24 JulRe: This Fracking problem: Chasing the solution to this controversial mining issue
42. 23 JulStudy recommends that parents, physicians share decisions in sex development disorder surgery
43. 23 JulNoninvasive MR imaging of blood vessel growth in tumors using nanosized contrast agents
44. 23 JulNo firm conclusions about HDL cholesterol can be drawn from JUPITER sub-analysis
45. 23 JulStrong scientific findings presented at AIDS 2010 point to promise ahead and underscore the need to stay the course
46. 23 JulOHSU Knight Cancer Institute researchers isolate importance of gene in breast cancer prognosis
47. 23 JulReport finds bioenergy production can expand across Africa without displacing food
48. 22 JulNew research: Sugar substitutes help reduce caloric intake without overeating or hunger
49. 22 JulNASA infrared imagery shows Chanthu weakening after landfall in southeastern China
50. 22 JulGOES-13 sees Tropical Depression 3 form in the Atlantic: Bahamas, Florida under warnings
51. 22 JulRediscovery: MBL scientists confirm role for mysterious cell component, the nucleolinus
52. 22 JulStudy describes health effects of occupational exposures in Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant workers
53. 22 JulNIH-funded study finds early HAART during TB treatment boosts survival rate in co-infected people
54. 22 JulNew global report launched by the International AIDS Society recommends a new paradigm for treating injecting drug users: ‘Seek, test, treat and retain’
55. 22 JulPenn collaboration leads to simpler method for building varieties of nanocrystal superlattices
56. 22 JulKaiser Permanente demonstrates success of large-scale total joint replacement registry
57. 21 JulScientists find unsuspected molecular link between obesity and insulin resistance
58. 21 JulNASA satellites tracking rain-packed Tropical Storm Chanthu as it heads toward China
59. 21 JulLack of insurance coverage remains obstacle to wider colorectal cancer screening with CT colonography
60. 21 JulImproved treatment access requires end to portrayal of drug abusers as already dead
61. 21 JulProtein important in diabetes may also play a key role in heart disease, other disorders
62. 21 JulUCLA scientists isolate the first stages of tissue production in human embryonic stem cells
63. 20 JulNASA infrared image of Tropical Storm Chanthu shows convection missing on west side
64. 20 JulResearch results confirm need for protection against ticks that carry Lyme disease
65. 20 JulRapid growth in adolescence leads to fewer offspring, UC Riverside biologists find
66. 20 JulHealthy families, religious involvement buffer youth against risk factors related to drug abuse
67. 20 JulFeeling insecure in relationships may predispose people to later health problems, says research
68. 20 JulGlobal HIV/AIDS survey by IAPAC reveals critical gap in patient-physician conversations
69. 20 JulReplacing hydrogen in fluorescent dyes improves detection ability, stability and shelf life
70. 20 JulExperts warn rapid losses of Africa’s native livestock threaten continent’s food supply
71. 20 JulNIH’s Anthony S. Fauci to discuss early HIV infection and a novel target for HIV vaccine development
72. 19 JulLSU researchers survey health impacts of Deepwater Horizon disaster on coastal Louisiana residents
73. 19 JulBreast cancer cells regulate multiple genes in response to estrogen-like compounds
74. 19 JulMicrobicide trial results a turning point for HIV prevention, says team testing same gel
75. 19 JulPitt team designs artificial cells that communicate and cooperate like biological cells, ants
76. 19 JulK-State researchers find gene-silencing nanoparticles may put end to pesky summer pest
77. 19 JulL-methionine in patients with neurogenic bladder disorders: neither benefit nor harm proven
78. 16 JulFindings overturn old theory of phytoplankton growth, raise concerns for ocean productivity
79. 16 JulBayesian Statistical Mechanics/Thermodynamics: Everything new is actually well-forgotten old …
80. 16 JulScientists mount a ‘sting operation’ in Thailand to tackle a devastating pest outbreak
81. 15 JulMore than half the world’s population gets insufficient vitamin D, says UCR biochemist
82. 15 JulSeveral studies support the role of choline in fetal development and throughout the lifespan
83. 15 JulBioSTARTM device achieves 90 percent closure rate for atrial septal defect in children
84. 15 Jul‘Broken symmetry’ discovery in high-temperature superconductors opens new research path
85. 15 JulMerrill debates Smith and Cuesters’ notion on ontological realism in new issue of Applied Ontology
86. 14 JulMechanism for link between high fat diet and risk of prostate cancer and disorders unveiled
87. 14 JulStudy shows that major Alzheimer’s risk gene causes alterations in shapes of brain protein deposits
88. 14 JulMontana State researchers say Triceratops, Torsaurus were same dinosaur at different stages
89. 14 JulU of M study finds fast food chains have significantly decreased trans fats in cooking oils
90. 14 JulDoctors warn that using domestic spoons to give children medicine increases overdose risk
91. 14 JulFirst Argentinean study on epidemiology, costs and burden of osteoporosis published
92. 13 JulCancer is caused by disorganization of epithelial tissue and not by DNA mutations
93. 13 JulPrediction tool helps estimate local recurrence in patients with noninvasive breast cancer
94. 13 JulReport proposes new research agenda on pregnancy intentions of HIV-positive women
95. 13 JulInterferon might help asthma patients breathe easier, UT Southwestern study suggests
96. 13 JulCWRU dental researchers discover human beta defensins-3 ignite in oral cancer growth
97. 13 JulNJIT licensee invents industrial process for grinding cement and other cementitious materials
98. 13 JulNew research on rapidly-disappearing ancient plant offers hope for species recovery
99. 13 JulIn the ring: Researchers fighting bacterial infections zero in on microorganism’s soft spots
100. 13 JulEntitled workers are more frustrated on the job and more likely to abuse co-workers
101. 13 JulInnovation and current status of prostate cancer gene therapy featured in Human Gene Therapy
102. 13 JulHigh-risk prostate cancer associated with significantly lower bone mineral content loss
103. 13 JulSuccess of community interventions for childhood obesity varies depending on the target age group
104. 13 JulStudy finds lifelong doubling in death risk for men who are obese at age 20 years
105. 13 JulBrain responses of obese individuals are more weakly linked to feelings of hunger
106. 13 JulAdiposity hormone, leptin, regulates food intake by influencing learning and memory
107. 12 JulHopkins faculty lead development of report to FDA on ethical, scientific issues related to ‘post-market’ clinical trials
108. 12 JulMayo Clinic Proceedings: Sexual abuse survivors have increased of psychiatric disorders
109. 12 JulStudy makes exciting progress in elucidating the mechanisms of bortezomib in lymphoma
110. 12 JulMaking the invisible visible: Verbal — not visual — cues enhance visual detection, says Penn researcher
111. 12 JulStudy implicates new epigenetic player in mental retardation and facial birth defects
112. 12 JulMayo Clinic study finds apathy and depression predict progression from mild cognitive impairment
113. 12 JulComputerized monitoring systems enable hospitals to more aggressively combat infections
114. 12 JulLSUHSC study finds early predictors of metabolic syndrome in healthy 7-9 year-olds
115. 12 JulNew research finds no evidence that popular slimming supplements facilitate weight loss
116. 12 JulWomen with gestational diabetes have increased risk of recurrence in subsequent pregnancies
117. 11 JulTop professor will report new way to discover drugs that aid regenerative medicine
118. 9 JulUniversal HIV testing and immediate treatment could reduce but not eliminate HIV/AIDS epidemic
119. 9 JulBiofuels sustainability: JRC designs methodology to calculate carbon stock changes
120. 9 JulExtremely obese children have 40 percent higher risk of reflux disease of esophagus
121. 9 JulPfizer Hemophilia presents new data at the World Federation of Hemophilia 2010 Congress
122. 9 JulScientists find antibodies that prevent most HIV strains from infecting human cells
123. 8 JulRevised standards for psychology services in jails, prisons, correctional facilities and agencies
124. 8 JulResearchers develop drug delivery system using nanoparticles triggered by electromagnetic field
125. 8 JulTip sheet for journalists: Equol, soy, menopause and bone health research published in Journal of Nutrition
126. 8 JulNew way to conquer disease-causing nematodes in flies has implications for human diseases
127. 8 JulSNM cautions that Canada’s Chalk River coming back online will not solve long-term isotope shortage
128. 8 JulElectronic health records prime clinicians to provide progressive care to older adults
129. 8 JulEndoscopic ultrasound evaluation is associated with improved outcomes in pancreatic cancer patients
130. 8 Jul1 in 5 preschoolers in the US demonstrates mental health issues when entering kindergarten
131. 8 JulFunctional MRI may predict response of hepatocellular carcinoma to chemoembolization
132. 8 JulLegalizing marijuana in California would lower the price of the drug and increase use
133. 7 JulDecline in international medical graduates exacerbates shortage of general surgeons
134. 7 JulSociety of Interventional Radiology advances global definition of specialty, benefits patients
135. 7 JulHIV prevention strategy key to curbing epidemic and cutting long-term treatment costs
136. 7 JulResearch: Schwartz Center Rounds encourage compassionate health care and better teamwork
137. 7 JulNOSCAR announces first NOTES transoral and transvaginal gallbladder removals performed as part of US multicenter human trial
138. 7 JulYork U autism-related study discovers how drug interferes with neuronal cell function
139. 7 JulHospital study suggests that early transfusion increases acute upper GI re-bleeding risk
140. 7 JulMathematical models for breast cancer detection with microwave tomography are cheaper and less risky
141. 7 JulAttitudes, beliefs and health literacy impact how patients manage chronic lower-back pain
142. 6 JulStudy of Farmers Branch, Texas: Immigrants seen as threat to white, middle-class ‘American’ identity
143. 6 JulRutgers researchers discover secrets of nutritious corn breed that withstands rigors of handling
144. 6 JulWith magnetic nanoparticles, scientists remotely control neurons and animal behavior
145. 6 JulStudy shows cleaner water mitigates climate change effects on Florida Keys coral reefs
146. 5 JulRevolutionary therapy slows tumor growth in advanced breast cancer, Penn research reports
147. 5 JulAdolescent cyberbullies and their victims may have physical, mental health problems
148. 5 JulRenewables account for 62 percent of the new electricity generation capacity installed in the EU in 2009
149. 2 JulWallabies and bats harbor ‘fossil’ genes from the most deadly family of human viruses
150. 2 JulSimpler and cheaper antibiotic prophylaxis with insertion of nutrition catheter in the stomach
151. 2 JulPatients with treatment-resistant CLL respond positively to stem cell transplants
152. 2 JulExtinction of woolly mammoths may have been due to addition of a predator: Humans
153. 1 JulGOES-13 satellite catches Alex as a tropical storm now, after a landfall in northeastern Mexico
154. 1 JulUltrafine particles in air pollution may heighten allergic inflammation in asthma
155. 1 JulStory tips from the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory July 2010
156. 1 JulUVA radiation damages DNA in human melanocyte skin cells and can lead to melanoma
157. 1 JulTop down approach helps academic medical center reduce unnecessary emergency department X-rays
158. 1 JulPlanned home births associated with tripling of neonatal mortality rate vs. planned hospital births
159. 1 Jul‘Trophic cascades’ of disruption may include loss of woolly mammoth, saber-toothed cat

June 2010

1. 30 JunKilimani Sesame has positive impact on children in Tanzania: Johns Hopkins University study
2. 30 JunUM School of Medicine scientists develop new strategy that may improve cognition
3. 30 JunPsychological research conducted in WEIRD nations may not apply to global populations
4. 30 JunDo eggs matured in the laboratory result in babies with Large Offspring syndrome?
5. 29 JunNew UGA temperature table may help reduce heat-related deaths of children in closed cars
6. 29 JunCommunity-based education strengthens campaign for elimination of lymphatic filariasis
7. 29 JunBars, restaurants see no significant employment change under smoking bans in 2 cities
8. 29 JunSensor and insulin pump results in better blood-sugar control in all age groups with diabetes
9. 29 JunLarge decline in impulsivity in early adulthood related to decrease in alcohol consumption
10. 29 JunMolecules typically found in blue jean and ink dyes may lead to more efficient solar cells
11. 29 JunOvarian transplantation restores fertility to old mice and also lengthens their lives
12. 29 JunStudy finds why some women are sub-fertile with a poor response to ovarian stimulating hormones
13. 29 JunCheap, simple, noninvasive blood test may replace invasive diagnostic techniques in early pregnancy
14. 28 JunHarvard’s Wyss Institute develops technology to produce sugar from photosynthetic bacteria
15. 28 JunRedshift in cosmic dust resolves the galaxy rotation problem without dark matter and MOND
16. 28 JunTropical Storm Alex now in Gulf of Mexico, brought heavy rainfall to Belize, Yucatan
17. 28 JunScreening for transmissible disease in ART patients not necessary at each donation
18. 28 JunAcademy authority on delta bulrush says ‘his’ plant could help ease oil spill crisis
19. 28 JunAgent Orange exposure linked to Graves’ disease in Vietnam veterans, UB study finds
20. 27 JunIntervention lowered obesity rate in youth at high diabetes risk, HEALTHY study finds
21. 27 JunThe Agony and the Ecstasy: Why science writing is like learning tango and Chinese brush painting
22. 25 JunScientific expertise lacking among ‘doubters’ of climate change, says Stanford-led analysis
23. 25 JunAntioxidants may help prevent malaria complicaton that leads to learning impairment
24. 25 JunFriendships, family relationships get better with age thanks to forgiveness, stereotypes
25. 25 JunMessenger RNAs are regulated in far more ways than previously appreciated, CSHL team finds
26. 24 JunTeam led by LA BioMed scientist develops novel approach to study neurological disorders
27. 24 JunPre-emptive pain regimen decreased opioid usage in patients undergoing robotic prostatectomy
28. 24 JunHallmark Alzheimer’s disease changes found in retinas of humans and imaged in live animals
29. 24 Jun‘Quantum computer’ a stage closer with silicon breakthrough, reports Nature journal
30. 23 JunTraditional neurologic exams inadequate for predicting survival of cardiac arrest patients
31. 23 JunTool manipulation is represented similarly in the brains of the blind and the sighted
32. 23 JunRisk factors for venous thromboembolism and pulmonary embolism differ between races
33. 23 JunMigraine sufferers who experienced childhood abuse have greater risk of cardiovascular disease
34. 22 JunImplementing comparative effectiveness research: Lessons from the mammography screening controversy
35. 22 JunUC Riverside entomologist helps manage invasion threats posed to California’s avocados
36. 22 JunEmployers took many measures to protect employees and avoid business impact of H1N1 flu outbreak
37. 22 JunMothers’ high blood sugar in pregnancy is linked to children’s reduced insulin sensitivity
38. 22 JunOHSU School of Dentistry team examines how to rapily assess children’s tooth decay risk
39. 22 JunK-State chemical engineer patents enzymatic preparation to make natural ingredients in the lab
40. 22 JunResearch from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute professor offers clues to Alzheimer’s disease
41. 22 JunStudy finds that caring for an elderly, sick spouse sometimes has positive elements
42. 22 JunResearchers create self-assembling nanodevices that move and change shape on demand
43. 22 JunBen-Gurion U. professor develops computer program that detects depression in bloggers’ texts
44. 21 JunAre you promotion- or prevention-focused and what does this mean when considering choices?
45. 21 JunDiabetes patients admitted for acute exacerbations of COPD have longer hospital stay
46. 21 JunNIH-supported study finds novel pathway may open doors for new blood pressure treatments
47. 21 JunMarines to use autonomous vehicles built by Virginia Tech engineering students using TORC products
48. 21 JunViolence, not overdose, the likely method of suicide in veterans with substance use disorders
49. 21 JunScholar calls for a new legal, ethical framework for research with human tissue specimens
50. 21 JunResearchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute develop new method for mass-producing graphene
51. 21 JunEncouraging results from the largest clinical study ever conducted on treating depression with Omega-3
52. 21 JunNew research shows peer drug use may increase an individual’s genetic tendency to use drugs
53. 20 JunUsing carbon nanotubes in lithium batteries can dramatically improve energy capacity
54. 20 JunPenn bioengineers create simulator to test blood platelets in virtual heart attacks
55. 20 JunCharles Darwin’s other passion: rediscovering the origins of barnacle research
56. 19 JunTargeting disease remission has socio-economic benefits over low disease activity
57. 18 JunUM scientists design intelligent 3-D simulation robots to compete in the Robocup 2010
58. 18 JunSaint Louis University investigators perfect new version of blood-regulator thrombin
59. 18 JunThe key role of the oceans’ subpolar regions in the climate control of the tropics is confirmed
60. 18 JunAerogeophysical survey provides promising prospects of economic development in Afghanistan
61. 18 JunChinese systemic lupus erythematosus data reveal differences in epidemiology across continents
62. 18 JunWomen who consume large amounts of tea have increased risk of rheumatoid arthritis
63. 18 JunGenealogy may affect clinical differences in systemic lupus erythmatosus patients
64. 18 JunExpression of certain transporter proteins may predict resistance to drug therapy
65. 17 JunAnxiety/panic disorder most frequent disabling comorbid disorder in TS patients, study finds
66. 17 JunNew analysis on problems between archaeology and pharaonic chronology, based on radiocarbon dating
67. 17 JunSmoking cigarettes is a predictor of RA and may negatively impact on efficacy of anti-TNFs
68. 17 JunBiologics-naive juvenile idiopathic arthritis patients have elevated risk of cancer
69. 17 JunExperiment turns up the heat on natural selection, reveals new details of an evolutionary mechanism
70. 17 JunLow calcium intake linked with increased risk of osteoporosis and hypertension in postmenopausal women
71. 17 JunMore action needed to prevent stomach problems in NSAID users, despite recent progress
72. 17 JunThe experience of arterial reconstruction in adult-to-adult living donor liver transplantation
73. 17 JunUBC study offers ethical and cost-effective strategy for managing MRI incidental findings
74. 16 JunResearchers predict human visual attention using computer intelligence for the first time
75. 16 JunResearch is getting closer to understanding critical nucleus in haze formation, prof says
76. 16 JunMale desire to be strong and protect family key to preventing suicides: UBC study
77. 16 JunSNM’s 2010 Annual Meeting reveals latest developments in molecular imaging and nuclear medicine
78. 16 Jun‘Fowl’ news: Hints from Taiwan that free-range eggs may be less healthy than regular eggs
79. 16 JunConsumer responses to Gulf oil spill reflect Americans’ changing corporate expectations
80. 16 JunNew world Helicobacter pylori genome sequenced, dynamics of inflammation-related genes revealed
81. 16 JunPhysicists build inexpensive land mine detection system using off-the-shelf components
82. 16 JunAlmost three quarters of women with rheumatoid arthritis worldwide suffer pain daily
83. 16 JunUnderstanding robustness in organisms — a potential weapon against infectious diseases
84. 16 JunAnalysis of atmosphere in Phoenix, Ariz., suggests new model for sound urban growth policies
85. 16 JunLittle is understood about alcohol’s effect on fetal development, Georgetown researchers say
86. 16 JunSex, drugs and moral goals: Penn study of reproductive strategies and recreational drug use
87. 16 JunGeochemist raises questions about carbon sequestration at Goldschmidt Conference
88. 16 JunDelineating primary and secondary organic carbon in neoproterozoic glacial sediments
89. 16 JunInbred sperm fertilize fewer eggs according to University of East Anglia research
90. 15 JunResearchers identify a fundamental process in lysosomal function and protein degradation
91. 15 JunSNM 2010 image of the year: Molecular imaging shows parathyroid disease in greater detail
92. 15 JunDay 57: Updated figures show oil from spill could have powered 68,000 cars for year
93. 15 JunUM School of Medicine scientists find hormone influences sensitivity to sweetness
94. 15 JunNIH-funded scientists find 2009 H1N1 pandemic influenza vaccine protects mice from 1918 flu virus
95. 15 JunElderly patients in need of heart valve replacements have alternative to surgery
96. 15 JunLung cancer research concludes that early diagnosis as key for improving survival
97. 15 JunClimate change increases hazard risk in alpine regions says research led by University of Exeter
98. 15 JunTalking on your cell phone while driving may be hazardous to your close relationships
99. 15 JunStudy: Specific PTSD symptoms related to anger and aggressiveness among Iraq/Afghanistan veterans
100. 14 JunCarotid artery ultrasound is an effective alternative to more invasive coronary angiography
101. 14 JunGenome BC, Chile and Norway take another step closer to fully sequencing the salmon genome
102. 14 JunPossible link between sleep-disordered breathing and cardiovascular disease revealed
103. 14 JunOppenheimer-Phillips effect predicts fusion and beta decay Ni + d1
104. 14 JunFermilab’s MINOS experiment suggests difference in key neutrino and antineutrino property
105. 14 JunInternationally known neuroblastoma expert reviews progress versus challenging childhood cancer
106. 14 JunSpecially trained nurse practitioner detected same breast abnormalities as surgeon
107. 14 JunStudy reveals causes of survival disparities based on insurance among rectal cancer patients
108. 14 JunBrain MRI in children: ‘Incidental’ findings yield disclosure dilemmas for doctors, patients
109. 14 JunNew research into the deep ocean floor yields promising results for microbiologists
110. 14 JunUniversity Hospitals Case Medical Center cardiologists discover cancer risks in blood pressure meds
111. 13 JunChildren born after assisted reproduction at greater risk of congenital malformations
112. 13 JunNew CU-Boulder study indicates an ancient ocean may have covered one-third of Mars
113. 11 JunOU researchers find way to prevent blindness in research model for retinitis pigmentosa
114. 11 JunLimiting blood flow interruption during kidney surgery avoids chronic kidney disease
115. 11 JunNew strain of bacteria discovered that could aid in oil spill, other environmental cleanup
116. 11 JunDirectly observed HIV treatment by patient-nominated treatment supporter improves survival
117. 11 JunUninsured more likely to die from trauma than patients with insurance, study finds
118. 11 JunUniversity of Pennsylvania: Contrary to popular models, sugar is not burned by self-control tasks
119. 11 JunVirus infection may trigger unusual immune cells to attack nerves in multiple sclerosis
120. 11 JunA high-resolution Asian monsoon record from 16.2 to 7.3 thousand years before present
121. 10 JunNew model is proposed to explain absence of organic compounds on surface of Mars
122. 10 JunMany comets originally formed in other solar systems: Queen’s University astronomer
123. 10 JunExperts identify biological control to contain fungus killer in Kenya’s maize supply
124. 10 JunStudy shows Hodgkin lymphoma survivors lack post-treatment screening for other cancers
125. 10 JunEuropean patient survey add weight to expert call for greater clinical consensus on BTCP
126. 10 JunVideoconferencing with family members enriches the lives of nursing home residents
127. 10 JunUninsured Americans have 50 percent higher odds of dying in hospital from heart attack or stroke
128. 9 Jun‘Instant acid’ method offers new insight into nanoparticle dispersal in the environment and the body
129. 9 JunCoLucid Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announces study data documenting oral efficacy of lasmiditan (COL-144), a selective 5-HT1F receptor agonist, in the treatment of acute migraine attacks
130. 9 JunAutism genome project identifies genetic variants that may make people susceptible to disorder
131. 9 JunOil from spill could have powered 38,000 cars (and more) for year, UD researcher says
132. 9 JunNew psychological intervention program shows promise in helping those with bowel diseases
133. 9 JunPropofol poses low risk in pediatric imaging studies, but risk increases with anesthesia duration
134. 9 JunIs IVF good value for money? Why funding of assisted reproduction is sound fiscal policy
135. 9 JunSleep colors your view of the world: Study suggests sleep may restore color perception
136. 9 JunHigh-school seniors with excessive daytime sleepiness have an increased risk of depression
137. 9 JunFirst-time parents’ daily sleep duration predicts their relationship satisfaction
138. 8 JunDelay in surgery not likely to worsen tumors in men with low-risk prostate cancer
139. 8 JunShortcut through eyelid gives surgeons less-invasive approach to fix brain fluid leaks
140. 8 JunBiogen Idec and Elan initiate first-of-its-kind patient-reported outcomes research program in MS
141. 8 Jun96 percent of vasectomy patients cleared without need for multiple semen samples
142. 8 JunStudy is first to show that highly variable sleep schedules predict elevated suicide risk
143. 8 JunPlanes, trains and automobiles: Traffic noise disturbs sleep, affects morning performance
144. 8 JunThe best and worst work schedules: Shift start times can impact sleep and alertness
145. 8 JunGetting extra sleep improves the athletic performance of collegiate football players
146. 8 JunFew health reform options would have covered more people at lower cost than new law, study finds
147. 8 JunCenter for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation must implement payment reforms rapidly
148. 7 JunUpdated HIV therapy guidelines would reduce risk of transmission, save lives, billions in costs
149. 7 JunHPV-positive tumor status indicates better survival in patients with oropharyngeal cancer
150. 7 JunSimple eye test measures damage from multiple sclerosis, UT Southwestern researchers find
151. 7 JunLa Jolla Institute scientist leads team which discovers important new player in diabetes onset
152. 7 JunUN-led action plan for maternal, child health ‘positive,’ says World Vision, but crucial gaps remain
153. 7 JunNon-melanoma skin cancer may help identify survivors at increased risk for future cancers
154. 7 JunPolymer-based filter successfully cleans water, recovers oil in Gulf of Mexico test
155. 7 JunViolent video games may increase aggression in some but not others, says new research
156. 7 JunASCO data show serum DNA blood tests detect cancers with high sensitivity and specificity
157. 7 JunStudy is first to find that CPAP therapy restores brain tissue in adults with sleep apnea
158. 7 JunRegular bedtimes linked to better language, reading and math skills in preschool children
159. 7 JunNocturnal alertness improves after exposure to milliseconds of bright light flashes
160. 7 JunDaughters caring for a parent recovering from stroke more prone to depression than sons
161. 7 JunNon-intense physical activity to reduce depression and boost recovery of stroke patients
162. 7 JunChildhood parasomnias such as sleepwalking and bedwetting may persist into adolescence
163. 5 JunSecond-line CML drug evokes faster response, fewer side effects, pivotal study finds
164. 5 JunNasendoscopy proves useful in predicting treatment success in sleep apnea patients
165. 5 JunSleep apnea patients using oral appliance therapy show high efficacy and compliance
166. 5 JunTongue measurements may help dentists determine oral appliance therapy success for sleep apnea
167. 4 JunVandetanib shows clinical benefit when combined with docetaxel for lung cancer
168. 4 JunHip exercises found effective at reducing, eliminating common knee pain in runners
169. 4 JunJohn Theurer Cancer Center experts present new cancer research at ASCO Annual Meeting
170. 4 JunStroke prevention study in children with sickle cell anemia, iron overload stopped early
171. 3 JunStage II and stage III colon cancer patients treated after 1995 have improved overall survival
172. 3 JunU of Minnesota researcher finds that flooring can affect how consumers make purchase decisions
173. 3 JunCell Transplantation reports consistent and successful islet isolations offer diabetes hope
174. 3 JunASU instrument on NASA rover helps identify outcrop of long-sought rare rock on Mars
175. 3 JunEarly Earth haze likely provided ultraviolet shield for planet, says CU-Boulder study
176. 3 JunMount Sinai researchers approaching universal treatment for all strains of influenza
177. 3 JunLeading physicians and researchers at the John Theurer Cancer Center present research at ASCO
178. 3 JunKey nutrient in maternal diet promises ‘dramatic’ improvements for people with Down syndrome
179. 3 JunNew study shows that the major events of the Jewish diaspora can be seen in the genomes of the Jewish people
180. 3 JunStudy finds epigenetic similarities between Wilms tumor cells and normal kidney stem cells
181. 3 JunUT Southwestern unveils next generation CT scanner that views whole organs in a heartbeat
182. 2 JunTobacco tax hike could curb smoking among those with alcohol, drug or mental disorders
183. 2 JunStanford/Packard study finds surprising disparity in where chronically ill kids hospitalized
184. 2 JunStory tips from the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory — June 2010
185. 2 JunHarvard’s Wyss Institute uses nature’s design principles to create specialized nanofabrics
186. 2 JunTropical Cyclone Phet intensifies, coastal Oman bracing for strong winds, heavy rains
187. 2 JunDespite efforts, not all Latino immigrants accepted as ‘white,’ sociological study shows
188. 2 JunPrompt gallbladder removal in elderly associated with increased survival, lower costs
189. 2 JunSociological study reflects high financial malfeasance rates in largest US corporations
190. 2 JunUCLA stem cell researchers uncover previously unknown patterns in DNA methylation
191. 2 JunStapled transanal rectal resection is beneficial for patients with obstructed defecation
192. 2 JunMount Sinai researchers discover one cause of cognitive decline in aging population
193. 2 JunCommunity interventions and in-home visits may slow excess weight gain in American Indian children
194. 2 JunFossil-fuel use and feeding world cause greatest environmental impacts: UNEP panel
195. 2 JunUT Southwestern investigators perform head-to-head comparison of incontinence treatments
196. 2 JunBasque researchers apply chemistry to restoration of paintings and dating of signatures
197. 1 JunScripps research scientists determine structure of immune molecule that counteracts HIV strains
198. 1 JunGenetic differences may influence joint pain among women taking lifesaving breast cancer drugs
199. 1 JunMannitol boosts effectiveness of potential cord blood treatment for cerebral palsy in lab animals
200. 1 JunElectrophoresis of RNA, avian imaging featured in June’s Cold Spring Harbor Protocols
201. 1 JunDeveloper preview of Kamra, the first open standards-based mobile AR browser, at ARE2010
202. 1 JunAfter the oil spill: New research sheds light on coral susceptibility to environmental stress
203. 1 JunClinical trial finds azithromycin pills equal to penicillin shots for treating early syphilis
204. 1 JunAcceptance, social support, and educational access provide safety net for former child soldiers
205. 1 JunOnly 5 percent of cancer research funds are spent on metastases, yet it kills 90 percent of all cancer patients
206. 1 JunTU Delft and MI Labs merge PET and SPECT biomedical imaging techniques and increase resolution
207. 1 JunACR task force makes recommendations for improving relationships between radiologists and hospitals
208. 1 JunEducational researcher devotes May issue to ‘Report of the National Early Literacy Panel’
209. 1 JunRegional differences in C-section rate not a result of maternal request: UBC study

May 2010

1. 31 MayLack of private insurance contribute to higher deaths among black heart transplant patients
2. 31 MayNewly discovered kinase regulates cytoskeleton, and perhaps holds key to how cancer cells spread
3. 30 MayResearch finds surgery outperforms drug therapy in treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia
4. 30 MayStudy finds reforestation may lower the climate change mitigation potential of forests
5. 30 MayCirculating tumor cells correlate with poorer survival in pancreatic cancer patients
6. 28 MayUniversity of Nevada, Reno, video game research project to help blind children exercise
7. 28 MayUT Southwestern researchers use novel sperm stem-cell technique to produce genetically modified rats
8. 28 MayStudy finds reforestation may lower the climate change mitigation potential of forests
9. 28 MayResponse to preoperative therapy may predict survival in pancreatic cancer patients
10. 28 MayResearchers report no difference in breast cancer characteristics after oophorectomy
11. 28 MayCold sore virus may contribute to cognitive and brain abnormalities in schizophrenia
12. 28 MayCirculating tumor cells correlate with poorer survival in pancreatic cancer patients
13. 27 MayUT Southwestern researchers use novel sperm stem-cell technique to produce genetically modified rats
14. 27 MayDieting alone may not help stave off type 2 diabetes; muscle mass, strength important
15. 27 MayFlorida State researcher considers the role of morality in modern economic theory
16. 27 MayColor-coded tracking method helps scientists analyze outcomes of newly transplanted tissue
17. 27 MayDespite food-assistance programs, many children experience food insecurity, hunger
18. 27 MayBeyond polar bears? Experts look for a new vision of climate change to combat skepticism
19. 26 MayGround-breaking study to improve quality of life and outcomes for kids born with heart defect
20. 26 MayIn infant heart surgery, newer technique yields better survival in first year of life
21. 26 MayGenetic data added to archaeology and linguistics to get picture of African population history
22. 26 MayResearchers discover new mechanism for clearing blockages from smallest blood vessels
23. 26 MayUM researchers develop model for locating and forecasting sunken oil following spills
24. 26 MayDiscovery may lead to safer drinking water, cheaper medicine: Queen’s University researchers
25. 26 MaySome bisphosphonates users unfamiliar with drug’s possible side effects on oral health
26. 26 May‘Grinding mouth, wrinkle eye’: Penn graduate student describes new species of plant-eating dinosaur
27. 26 MaySeniors’ ability to detect hazards doesn’t degrade with age
28. 26 MayStudy sheds light on deadly GI disease in infants born with complex congenital heart disease
29. 26 MayMayo Clinic Proceedings: Review of pain management practices for cirrhosis patients
30. 26 MayNew research at the University of Leicester links shoplifting to your personality
31. 26 MayStudy pinpoints new role of molecule in the health of body’s back-up blood circulation
32. 25 MayNovel RNA interference screening technique identifies possible path for malignant glioma treatment
33. 25 MayComprehensive overview of Children’s Interstitial Lung Disease (chILD) in special issue of Pediatric Allergy, Immunology, and Pulmonology
34. 25 MayMRI research highlights high-risk atherosclerotic plaque hidden in the vessel wall
35. 25 MayInspired by a cotton candy machine, engineers put a new spin on creating tiny nanofibers
36. 24 MayGene pattern may identify kidney transplant recipients who don’t need lifelong anti-rejection drugs
37. 24 MayGene pattern may identify kidney transplant recipients who don’t need life-long anti-rejection drugs
38. 24 MayLSUHSC researcher finds surprising link between sugar in drinks and blood pressure
39. 24 MayPollution dispersion research aids understanding of 2002 break-up of Antarctic ozone hole
40. 24 MayScripps Research scientists break barrier to creating potential therapeutic molecules
41. 24 MayResearch on self-healing concrete yields cost-effective system to extend life of structures
42. 24 MayMount Sinai discovers bone marrow plays critical role in enhancing immune response to viruses
43. 24 MayOdds are about 1-in-3 that a mega-earthquake will hit the Northwest in the next 50 years
44. 24 MayIowa State engineer explores intersection of engineering, economics and green policy
45. 24 MaySingapore scientists exploit knowledge of p53 for increasing specificity of cancer treatments
46. 24 MayResidential care home workers need more training to give older people a ‘home for life’
47. 24 MayAlcohol consumption may protect against risk of AD, particularly in female nonsmokers
48. 24 MayIt’s the little things: Everyday gratitude as a booster shot for romantic relationships
49. 24 MayAfrican-Americans and women are less likely to undergo bone marrow transplantation
50. 23 MayImmune evasion common in many viruses, bacteria and parasites is uncommon in M. tuberculosis
51. 23 MaySmall mammals — and rest of food chain — at greater risk from global warming than thought
52. 23 MayPregnancy doubles HIV risk in men; first trial of a microbicide in pregnant women
53. 22 MayTarik Hadzibeganovic; Complex Adaptive Systems, Cognition, Computational Neuroscience
54. 21 MayNYU Cancer Institute experts present at American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting
55. 21 MayScientists make important step toward stopping plaque-like formations in Huntington’s disease
56. 21 MayFood insecurity increases risk of weight gain and complications during pregnancy
57. 21 MayDecreased food intake during hospital stays is an independent risk factor for hospital mortality
58. 20 MayCA-125 change over time shows promise as screening tool for early detection of ovarian cancer
59. 20 MayBooks in home as important as parents’ education in determining children’s education level
60. 20 MaySmoking cessation treatments work and are safe for people with severe mental illness
61. 20 MayNew study finds attending Weight Watchers meetings helps reduce the risk for type 2 diabetes
62. 20 MayMount Sinai identifies first drug to demonstrate therapeutic effect in a type of autism
63. 20 MaySolar power manufacturing makes good business sense for governments: Queen’s University study
64. 20 MaySurgical procedure offers new option for pediatric patients with rare cancer in abdomen
65. 20 MayA useful tool to detect in vivo angiogenesis in IBD patients: Narrow-band imaging
66. 20 MayNew Orleans schools fail to provide equal education opportunity, new U of Minnesota study says
67. 20 MayPatients have misconceptions and high levels of anxiety about general anesthesia
68. 20 MayLong-term use of anti-anxiety drugs continues in B.C. despite known health risks: UBC study
69. 19 MayStudy finds racial, ethnic disparities in family-centered care for kids with special health needs
70. 19 MayPreschool depression: The importance of early detection of depression in young children
71. 19 MayInternational Rectal Microbicide Advocates release update on new HIV prevention technology
72. 19 MayDetection of potentially deadly atrial fibrillation dramatically improved by new algorithm
73. 19 MayFirst study examines postpolypectomy bleeding in colonoscopy patients on uninterrupted clopidogrel
74. 19 MayLiving wills are poor predictors of actual treatment preferences at the end of life
75. 19 MayDrug in new class of targeted therapies shows early promise against blood-related cancers
76. 19 MayStudy: Yogurt-like drink DanActive reduced rate of common infections in daycare children
77. 19 MayHeavy alcohol use, binge drinking, might increase risk of pancreatic cancer, researcher reports
78. 18 MaySmallest waterlily in the world brought back from the brink of extinction at Kew Gardens
79. 18 MayBehavior therapy effective in reducing tics in children with Tourette syndrome, study finds
80. 18 MayGene fusions may be the ‘smoking gun’ in prostate cancer development, U-M study finds
81. 18 MayNanotech discovery at Rensselaer could lead to breakthrough in infrared satellite imaging technology
82. 18 MayTeam led by Scripps Research scientists discovers body’s own molecular protection against arthritis
83. 18 MayAsking ‘why’ instead of ‘how’ helps consumers achieve goals of saving money or losing weight
84. 18 MayU of Minn. study finds rising levels of dioxins from common soap ingredient in Mississippi River
85. 18 MayStudy looks at major advances in pediatric epilepsy surgery at UCLA over 2 decades
86. 18 MaySurgical options for female incontinence found to be effective but with different complications
87. 17 MayPush to understand basis of childhood brain tumors leads to a new treatment target
88. 17 MayAPS urges rapid action on House reauthorization of 2007 bipartisan America COMPETES bill
89. 17 MayNew evidence caffeine may slow Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, restore cognitive function
90. 17 MayA new distribution designed which communicates computers so that they can work in parallel
91. 17 MayNeiker-Tecnalia underlines the need to maintain programs for monitoring pathogens in wildlife
92. 17 MayLungPoint system results presented at American Thoracic Society 2010 International Conference
93. 17 MayVaricose vein study shows radiofrequency ablation causes less post-operative pain
94. 14 MayBelly fat or hip fat — it really is all in your genes, says UT Southwestern researcher
95. 14 MayMuscle mass in elderly boosted by combining resistance exercise and blood flow restriction
96. 14 MayClue to switch of bladder cancer from locally contained to invasive found by Jefferson scientists
97. 14 MaySpace Propulsion Congress in San Sebastián brings together 500 international experts
98. 14 MayResearchers define traits associated with prescription drug disorders in a primary care setting
99. 14 MayRise in immigration may help explain drop in violent crimes, says CU-Boulder study
100. 14 MayLinks between child care and academic achievement, behavior persist into adolescence
101. 13 MayCutting-edge vaccine research to be showcased at AAPS National Biotechnology Conference
102. 13 MayChildren with epilepsy say their quality of life is better than their parents think
103. 13 MayFalls and follow-ups: Medical attention following a fall critical to senior health
104. 13 MaySetting time limits for hunting and fishing may help maintain wildlife populations
105. 13 MayLifestyle factors significantly impact survival of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma patients, study finds
106. 13 MayNYU College of Dentistry, Penn State develop new model for investigating tobacco/oral cancer link
107. 13 MayUGA researchers use patented SERS technique to rapidly, accurately detect rotavirus strain
108. 13 MayNOAA’s modernized positioning system key to improved mapping, emergency and land planning
109. 13 MayFirms pay more to high-skill foreign IT pros than to US colleagues, shows INFORMS study
110. 13 MayResearch published in NEJM highlights potential benefits of Cameron Health’s S-ICD System
111. 13 MayStudy finds rotavirus vaccine greatly reduces hospitalizations for acute gastroenteritis in children
112. 13 MayNew research shows cardiologists can quickly detect significant coronary artery disease using a non-invasive simple, short respiratory stress test
113. 13 MayOpinion polls underestimate Americans’ concern about the environment, Stanford study finds
114. 13 MayNew intervention to reduce self-stigma among persons with serious mental illness
115. 13 MayGame theoretic machine learning methods can help explain long periods of conflict
116. 12 MayLevel of frailty predicts surgical outcomes in older patients, Johns Hopkins researchers find
117. 12 MayReal-time, evidence-based information at clinicians’ fingertips to streamline mental health care
118. 12 MayLSU identifies community conditions related to malnutrition deaths among older adults
119. 12 MayThe joke is on us: A new interpretation of bared teeth in archaeological artifacts
120. 12 MayIOM report recommends framework to evaluate science behind health claims for foods and drugs
121. 12 MaySelf-directed behavioral IBS treatment rapidly relieves even the most severe symptoms
122. 11 MayInfectious diseases caused two-thirds of the nearly 9 million child deaths globally in 2008
123. 11 MayMeasuring success: Regenstrief helps assess value of investment in health info tech
124. 11 MayUT Southwestern researchers find mechanism that may stop E. coli from developing in cattle
125. 11 MayProject for sailing vessels to maneuver in ports using electric energy from wind
126. 11 MayFederal investment in basic research yields outsized dividends — innovation, companies, jobs
127. 11 MayGKSS scientists make statements on concentration of ash particles after volcanic eruption
128. 11 MayCarnegie Mellon study of Twitter sentiments yields results similar to public opinion polls
129. 11 MayKiller seaweed: Scientists find first proof that chemicals from seaweeds damage coral on contact
130. 11 MayA new effective strategy for treating tobacco addiction was developed by researchers from the CAS
131. 10 MayConcerns over radiation exposure may overshadow life-saving benefits of cardiac imaging tests
132. 10 MayPhysical therapist-led exercise in patients in ICU improves function and decreases hospital stay
133. 10 MayOptics Express focus issue: Breakthroughs in unconventional polarization states of light
134. 10 MayAs monarch butterflies journey north, gardeners can help protect species, researcher says
135. 10 MayUS food safety system needs to integrate human health, animal and plant pathogen data
136. 10 MayScientists seeking NSF funding will soon be required to submit data management plans
137. 10 MaySmarter use of existing treatment helps dramatically boost survival of young AML patients
138. 10 MayResearchers discover new way to ‘rescue’ treatment sensitivity of breast cancer cells
139. 10 MayKidney removal does not prolong the lives of elderly patients with localized kidney cancer
140. 9 MayMcGill-UBC project creates mouse grimace scale to help identify pain in humans and animals
141. 9 MayScripps research scientists shed light on potential treatment for Gaucher’s disease
142. 7 MayDrug now used to treat erectile dysfuncton may enhance delivery of herceptin to certain brain tumors
143. 7 MayUT Southwestern researchers uncover Fragile X syndrome gene’s role in shaping brain
144. 7 MayGrigori Perelman on Facebook and in a Talk-Show on Russian TV: Yet another “slumdog millionaire” ?
145. 7 MayStudy finds post-transplant patients off steroids have fewer cardiovascular events
146. 7 MayMatching patient’s molecular profile with current evidence on targeted anticancer therapy
147. 7 MayUN report stresses the need to provide access to clean energy to the world’s poor
148. 6 MayCSHL team helps Neandertal Genome Project compare differences between Neandertals and modern humans
149. 6 MayNeanderthal genome yields insights into human evolution and evidence of interbreeding
150. 6 MayNew bomb-sniffing device can identify chemical components of different explosives in open air
151. 6 MayBreast cancer metastasis increases after estrogen and progestin hormone therapies, MU study finds
152. 6 MayLong-term use of certain contraception injections associated with increased fracture risk
153. 6 MayInformation on development cooperation occupies 3.5 percent of the contents of European newspapers
154. 6 MayJefferson: Mechanical bowel preps offer no clinical benefit for pancreaticoduodenectomy
155. 6 MayDrinking alcohol during pregnancy could lead to acute myeloid leukemia in children
156. 5 MayChina facing public health crisis with projected increase in cardiovascular disease by 2030
157. 5 MayStudy finds everolimus-eluting stent safer, more effective than paclitaxel-eluting stent
158. 5 MayPatients presenting medication lists reduce the risk of error during hospital admission
159. 5 MaySupply chain professor: ‘Oil spill, flooding create perfect storm’ for commerce, shipping
160. 5 MayNew study finds severe financial vulnerability among African-American and Latino seniors
161. 5 MayNew LLNL detection technology identifies bacteria, viruses, other organisms within 24 hours
162. 5 MayUCLA researchers show how world’s smallest ‘coffee ring’ may help biosensors detect disease
163. 5 MayMultistage nanovector system provides sustained delivery of siRNA cancer therapeutic in mice
164. 5 MayResearch identifies patterns of CD24, a novel biomarker for non-small cell lung carcinomas
165. 5 MayMaintaining energy balance during races may protect cyclists’ bones, researcher says
166. 5 May‘Hair of the dog’ may help alcohol withdrawal symptoms but it also increases alcohol dependency
167. 5 MayIslands of germs: Researchers discover pathogens floating on tiny clumps of aquatic detritus
168. 5 MayTeam outlines 21st century roadmap to make America the healthiest nation in the world
169. 5 MayScientific cooperation shows potential of bioprocessing for improving exploitabiliy of wheat bran
170. 4 MayVancouver Island has one of the highest rates of Cryptococcus infection in the world
171. 4 MayThe Coal Truth: Will the Coming Generation of Electric Cars Just Be Coal-Burners, Once Removed?
172. 4 MayIllinois research may help patients with intestinal failure, other malabsorptive disorders
173. 4 MayHow Darwin’s little-known work impacts current schizophrenia and autism treatment
174. 4 MayStudy finds cutting colonoscopy preparation from 2 days to 1 day just as effective
175. 4 MayCedars-Sinai research shows antibiotic prevents ibs symptoms for weeks after final dose
176. 3 MayAboriginal hunting and burning increase Australia’s desert biodiversity, Stanford researchers find
177. 3 MayNIH awards $10 million to Rush University Medical Center to address health disparities
178. 3 MaySUNY Doctor Proposes Alternative Drug Therapy Protocol For Long Term Care Facilities
179. 3 MayMay’s Cold Spring Harbor Protocols features plant gene expression methods, Xenopus imaging
180. 3 MayA century-old puzzle comes together: Scientists ID potential protein trigger in lung disease sarcoidosis
181. 3 MayADA releases updated position paper on nutrition assistance programs for children
182. 3 MayBen-Gurion U researchers isolate microalgal strain that could reduce cholesterol
183. 3 MayStudy evaluates importance of timeliness of care in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment
184. 3 MayFood insecurity can lead to greater weight gain and complications during pregnancy
185. 3 MaySurvivors of childhood cancers 4 times more likely to develop post-traumatic stress disorder
186. 3 MayQuality-of-life testing may predict malignancy and survival in patients with pancreatic disease
187. 3 MayStudy shows for first time decrease in mortality associated with physician order entry system
188. 2 MayResearchers make advances in understanding causes, treatments and outcomes of liver disease
189. 2 MayNew government pay-for-performance policies punish doctors who care for obese patients
190. 2 MayNew studies examine adverse outcomes associated with obesity and more applicable measures of obesity
191. 1 MayIn the green of health: Just 5 minutes of ‘green exercise’ optimal for good mental health
192. 1 MayTornado Surrounded by Instruments as Scientists Aim to Catch Their “Perfect Storm”
193. 1 MaySleeping well at 100 years of age: Study searches for the secrets to healthy longevity

April 2010

1. 30 AprNatural S-Equol suggested as critical component in SE5-OH for reducing menopausal hot flushes
2. 30 AprNew research by UCR physicists could help develop gamma ray lasers and produce fusion power
3. 30 AprBerkeley scientists discover inexpensive metal catalyst for generating hydrogen from water
4. 30 Apr4-D software helps adjust for breathing when treating lung cancer with radiotherapy
5. 30 AprThe postdoc stage in the life of a scientist: posdoc in a nutshell, “the best of”, and “the worst of”…
6. 30 AprResearch team documents benefits of endovascular stent repair for traumatic aortic injury
7. 30 AprMeta-analysis: Radiotherapy variants improve survival in non-metastatic lung cancer
8. 30 AprFirst trial of pemetrexed with radiation and chemo in lung cancer shows promising results
9. 29 AprVirginia Tech researcher explores role of human behavior in infectious disease emergence
10. 29 AprLow vitamin D levels are related to ms brain atrophy, cognitive function, studies show
11. 29 AprGene therapy sets stage for new treatments for inherited blindness, Penn veterinary researchers say
12. 29 AprPhysicist finds colder isn’t always slower as electron emissions increase at temps down to -452 F
13. 29 AprNew tool helps scientists ‘see’ molecular signals of eye disease before symptoms arise
14. 29 AprUnderage, Overweight: The Federal Government Needs to Halt the Marketing of Unhealthy Foods to Kids
15. 29 AprU-M study: Use of alternative therapy for pain treatment increases with age and wealth
16. 28 AprFeathers developed differently in dinosaurs’ life cycles than in those of modern birds
17. 28 AprTulane researchers call for eliminating malaria in Haiti and the Dominican Republic
18. 28 AprVaccines preventing pneumococcal disease protect African children with sickle-cell disease
19. 28 AprBuilding a Better Biofuel: A New Carbon-Neutral Approach Turns Carbohydrates into Hydrocarbons
20. 28 AprFibromyalgia affects mental health of those diagnosed and their spouses, study finds
21. 28 AprCivic engagement imperative for reduction of violence and improved public health
22. 28 AprBen-Gurion U. research confirms that hand-clapping songs improve motor and cognitive skills
23. 28 AprTests may predict cause of hospital readmissions in newborns and improve outcomes for asthma patients
24. 27 AprHPV screening might trump Pap tests in detecting cervical cancer, but false positives remain a concern
25. 27 AprSmoking during radiation therapy for head and neck cancers linked to poorer outcomes
26. 27 AprMount Sinai researchers discover potential treatment for bone death in the hip from osteonecrosis
27. 27 AprInterstitial Cystitis: Chronic Relief from Neuromodulation by Implantable Medical Device
28. 27 AprRare 95 million-year-old flying reptile Aetodactylus halli is new pterosaur genus, species
29. 27 AprAt-risk children who can self-regulate behavior have higher test scores than their peers
30. 27 AprStudy finds that drugs used for treatment of influenza in pregnancy appear to be safe
31. 27 AprComparative-effectiveness study confirms new treatment for diabetic macular edema
32. 27 AprAlzheimer’s memory problems originate with protein clumps floating in the brain, not amyloid plaques
33. 27 AprFinancially wronged? New study says investors should target leadership instead of corporation itself
34. 27 AprNutrition education at WIC influences participants to consume more healthful foods
35. 27 AprCarbs against Cardio: More Evidence that Refined Carbohydrates, not Fats, Threaten the Heart
36. 26 AprInaugural issue of OSA’s Energy Express focuses on gaining energy with solar concentrators
37. 26 AprMDS, a blood cancer, strikes nearly 5 times more Americans than previously thought
38. 26 AprPhosphorous in sodas and processed foods accelerates signs of aging say Harvard scientists
39. 26 AprDrug may treat cystic fibrosis, other diseases caused by ‘nonsense mutations,’ UAB researcher says
40. 26 AprDrinking 100 percent fruit juice is associated with improved diet quality in children
41. 26 AprWeill Cornell researchers find that a single gene is responsible for OCD-like behaviors in mice
42. 26 AprMobile devices serve as own mice with optical sensing method from Carnegie Mellon
43. 26 AprBiomarker Studies Could Realize Goal of More Effective and Personalized Cancer Medicine
44. 26 AprAlperujo — a beneficial complement in diet of dairy sheep during non-grazing periods
45. 26 AprGrapes reduce risk factors for heart disease and diabetes, U-M animal study shows
46. 26 AprArctic Beauty in Black and White: Alaska Before the Effects of Global Warming [Slide Show]
47. 26 AprNew research suggests choosing different fruits and vegetables may increase phytonutrient intake
48. 26 AprNew report confirms fears of people living with HIV: Treatment rationing escalating
49. 25 AprChokeberry extract found to regulate weight gain, blood glucose, and inflammation in rats
50. 25 AprNew technique shows unprecedented precision in measuring liquid-solid interaction
51. 25 AprGene silencing may be responsible for induced pluripotent stem cells’ limitations
52. 25 AprResearch in Antarctica reveals non-organic mechanism for production of important greenhouse gas
53. 23 AprIceland volcano: Pitt researcher compiles first high-res images; plume receding but internal heat up
54. 23 AprSubtle changes in PTEN tumor suppressor gene can determine cancer susceptibility
55. 23 AprStudy links 1976 ‘swine flu’ shot to stronger immune response to 21st century pandemic flu
56. 23 Apr140-Character Study: What if Everyone Had Always Been on Twitter at the Same Time?
57. 22 AprCaltech-led team designs novel negative-index metamaterial that responds to visible light
58. 22 AprProduction of biofuels could benefit by controlling the types of cells that develop in plants
59. 22 AprUC Riverside entomologists say biocontrol of insect pest in the Galapagos Islands is a major success
60. 22 AprLasers and lidar systems gather data about the position and makeup of Iceland’s volcanic plumes
61. 22 AprNYC Health Study Reveals Disturbing Health Trends Among Young Heterosexual Women
62. 21 AprCoronary CTA a cost-effective alternative to cardiac catheterization for the evaluation of CAD
63. 21 AprNIH-led interagency group identifies research needs to study climate change and human health impacts
64. 21 AprTelephone counseling increases daily servings of fruit, vegetables, U-M study says
65. 21 AprStudent research team sequences genome of bacterium discovered in Virginia Tech garden
66. 21 AprGene therapy cures canines of inherited form of day blindness, Penn veterinary researchers say
67. 21 AprNo link now between Eyjafjallajökull and climate change, but a warming world could trigger earthquakes, landslides and volcanoes later
68. 21 AprMore accurate mapping of ash cloud with Risø DTU’s wind energy measuring equipment
69. 21 AprStudy finds public reporting of heart-bypass surgery outcomes in California has not reduced access
70. 21 AprBigger molecular-sized anesthetics do not promote amyloid beta peptide micro-aggregation
71. 21 AprResearchers show that nitric oxide-donating naproxen can boost colorectal cancer prevention
72. 21 AprBreast density change linked to cancer development in WHI hormone replacement study
73. 21 AprDr. Barbara Segal talks about what is abnormal fatigue, and what can be done about it for people living with lupus
74. 21 AprStandardized testing method for cranberry products will reveal effectiveness of UTI treatments
75. 20 AprNew methods identify thousands of new DNA sequences missing from the human genome reference map
76. 20 AprCouples therapy can be the best choice for alcohol-dependent women with supportive spouses
77. 20 AprScientists sever molecular signals that prolific parasite uses to puppeteer cells
78. 20 AprChildren’s cognitive ability can be affected by mother’s exposure to urban air pollutants
79. 19 AprScripps Research scientists reveal how genetic mutations may cause type 1 diabetes
80. 19 AprObesity gene, carried by more than a third of the US population, leads to brain tissue loss
81. 19 AprVitamin K may protect against developing non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, say Mayo Clinic researchers
82. 19 AprObesity and weight gain near time of prostate cancer surgery doubles risk of recurrence
83. 19 AprWhat is the memory capacity of the human brain? Is there a physical limit to the amount of information it can store?
84. 19 AprUAB researchers find 4 biomarkers important in colerectal cancer treatment prognosis
85. 19 AprStudy finds treatment-resistant ringworm prevalent among children in metro elementary schools
86. 19 AprTobacco company’s new, dissolvable nicotine products could lead to accidental poisoning
87. 18 AprRare flowers and common herbal supplements get unmasked with plant DNA barcoding
88. 18 AprCancer health disparities research highlighted at AACR 101st Annual Meeting 2010
89. 16 AprNew insights into treatment options for patients suffering from severe alcoholic hepatitis
90. 16 AprChinese scientists discover marker indicating the developmental potential of stem cells
91. 16 AprVolcanic eruption in Iceland unlikely to have global effects, says CU-Boulder scientist
92. 16 AprPatient-reported outcomes study shows improvements in quality of life among patients after 1 year of treatment with TYSABRI
93. 15 AprTexas Children’s Cancer Center first in Texas to magnetically lengthen nine-year-old’s leg as she grows
94. 15 AprIs Reprocessing the Answer to Eliminating Fissile Materials from Bombs and Nuclear Waste?
95. 15 AprResearch findings underscore needed action to safeguard lungs of young cancer survivors
96. 15 AprSeniors often involved in worse crashes than young
97. 15 AprPitt Dental School researchers find susceptibility for caries, gum disease in genes
98. 15 AprNovel strategy for generating induced pluripotent stem cells for clinical use is safe and efficient
99. 15 AprQuality improvement in neonatal and perinatal medicine covered in Clinics in Perinatology
100. 15 AprNew studies reveal that age-related nerve decline is associated with inflammation, differs by gender
101. 14 AprSpecies distribution models can exaggerate differences in environmental requirements
102. 14 AprPlant pathogen genetically tailors attacks to each part of host, say Stanford researchers
103. 14 AprMaterialistic people liked less by peers than ‘experiential’ people, says new CU-Boulder study
104. 14 AprEVMS researchers identify potential target for treatment of obesity-related diseases
105. 14 AprTo sleep or not to sleep? Math software to help plan astronaut, shift worker schedules
106. 14 AprSolar energy production has enormous potential in southeastern Ontario: Queen’s University studies
107. 14 AprRutgers’ Stem Cell Research Center derives new cell lines and trains stem cell scientists
108. 14 Apr‘Love handles’ repurposed for breast reconstruction in women without enough belly fat
109. 14 AprSizing up the competition: Researchers compare body composition measurement techniques
110. 13 AprGroundbreaking MS research to be presented at American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting
111. 13 AprCSHL scientists discover how a tumor suppressor induces senescence and staves off cancer
112. 13 AprGenetically engineered crops benefit many farmers, but the technology needs proper management to remain effective
113. 13 AprHealth fair referrals shown to help improve blood pressure among low-income immigrants
114. 12 AprDiminutive, but not Disappeared: Rare dwarf lemur rediscovered 100 years after last sighting
115. 12 AprHappy or sad, emotions persisted beyond remembering an event in people with amnesia
116. 12 AprUNC study offers first clinical evidence of anti-cancer drug triggering viral infection
117. 12 AprInternational research team discovers novel genes influencing kidney disease risk
118. 12 AprOntario Cancer Institute, US scientists discover compound that kills lymphoma cells
119. 12 AprOver half of women in abusive relationships still saw their male partners as dependable
120. 12 AprRegistered dietitians play essential role in management of gastric bypass patients
121. 12 Apr9-country study shows wide variations in how women with early breast cancer are treated
122. 12 AprPrevalence of HIV in Africa is leading to new strains of Salmonella, say scientists
123. 12 AprFirst studies of fossil of new human ancestor take place at the European Synchrotron
124. 12 AprEating disorder cutoffs miss some of sickest patients, Stanford/Packard study finds
125. 12 AprPediatricians find link between cumulative hardships and health in low-income young children
126. 11 AprBiological link between stress, anxiety and depression identified for the first time
127. 9 AprM. D. Anderson zeroes in on better way to predict prognosis in pediatric leukemia patients
128. 9 AprInvasive fish and mussels team up to transfer toxic substances into Great Lakes walleyes
129. 9 AprDeveloping countries devote more funding to health, except many in sub-Saharan Africa
130. 9 AprPrimary care physicians nationwide face clinical ethical conflicts with religious hospitals
131. 9 AprSignificant findings about protein architecture may aid in drug design, generation of nanomaterials
132. 9 AprShopping experiences would differ if businesses applied customer loyalty study findings
133. 8 AprCounterintuitive Cure: A Nanovaccine That Stops Autoimmune Disease by Boosting the Immune System
134. 8 AprUtah-made ventricular assist device gives Idaho man chance to resume an active life
135. 8 AprScientists develop environmentally friendly way to produce propylene oxide using silver nanoclusters
136. 8 AprChildren of combat-deployed parents show increased worries, even after parent returns
137. 8 AprNew high-speed integrated circuit for world’s biggest physics experiment is fastest of its kind
138. 8 AprPenguin personalizer: Software that allows recognition of individual birds could aid in conservation
139. 8 AprStudy: Better understanding of abnormalities that lead to chronic kidney disease in children
140. 8 AprTexas A&M anthropologist helps identify new species of Homo-like fossil found in South Africa
141. 8 AprOzone levels tend to be above recommended levels at this time of year in South West Spain
142. 8 AprScientists unravel brain-hormone circuit that helps police diabetes, female fertility
143. 7 AprReview of polls suggests new health care law’s implementation likely to be dogged by politics
144. 7 AprPitt-led study identifies human enzyme that breaks down potentially toxic nanomaterials
145. 7 AprResearch corroborates mindfulness meditation effective in Marriage and Family Therapy curriculum
146. 7 AprOptiNose’s novel intranasal sumatriptan product highly effective in treating migraines
147. 7 AprDelayed retirement among Americans may bolster future of Social Security and Medicare, study finds
148. 7 AprA well-defended territory is what some female hummingbirds find most attractive in a mate
149. 7 Apr90 percent of children with intermittent exotropia will become nearsighted by 20 years of age
150. 7 AprNinth International Lupus Congress to take Place in Vancouver, Canada in June 2010
151. 6 AprMount Sinai study finds only a weak link between fruit and vegetable and reduced risk of cancer
152. 6 AprFetal alcohol spectrum disorder linked to high prevalence of epilepsy, Queen’s study
153. 6 AprEarly Earth absorbed more sunlight — no extreme greenhouse needed to keep water wet
154. 6 AprRoll-out of proven HIV/STD risk-reduction intervention with teens by community groups successful
155. 6 AprDisparities persist in outcomes for African-American women with advanced breast cancer
156. 6 AprSand fly barcoding in Panama reveals Leishmania strain and its potential control
157. 6 AprPitt/Magee research finds women with preeclampsia have fewer blood vessel precursor cells
158. 6 AprDig looks at society just before dawn of of urban civilization in the Middle East
159. 6 AprGenetic key discovered to dramatically increase yields and improve taste of hybrid tomato plants
160. 6 AprElectronic health record alone may have limited ability to improve quality, costs of care
161. 6 AprEating eggs for breakfast helps reduce calorie consumption throughout the day by 18 percent
162. 6 AprNew pyrimidine compounds may lead to improved treatments for childhood brain cancer
163. 6 AprChronix Biomedical’s serum DNA assays monitor disease activity and treatment response in MS
164. 5 AprAyurveda out of balance: 93 percent of medicinal plants threatened with extinction
165. 5 AprFoster care associated with improved growth, intelligence compared to orphanage care
166. 5 AprInternational team of scientists describe first Cretaceous African amber deposit
167. 5 AprSmart orthopedic implants and self-fitting tissue scaffolding created by UMMS researchers
168. 5 AprDoubled haploid technology for quickly developing inbred corn lines offered at ISU
169. 5 AprHey, that’s my shirt! Sibling conflict harms trust and communication between adolescent siblings
170. 5 AprMental health providers should prescribe exercise more often for depression, anxiety
171. 5 AprPeregrine reports new study from Duke shows anti-HIV potential of targeting PS on cells
172. 5 AprResearchers show some cells in pancreas can spontaneously change into insulin-producing cells
173. 5 AprThe Latest in Lupus Research: Earlier Steroid Treatment In Pediatric Lupus Patients Is Related to Higher Risk of Bone Disease
174. 5 AprNumber of Americans willing to donate organs rises, but still not keeping pace with need
175. 4 AprUMMS researchers uncover novel genetic pathway responsible for triggering vascular growth
176. 2 AprThe fly’s revenge: Are cadmium-contaminated insects killing endangered meat-eating plants?
177. 2 AprStudy reveals that logging debris suppresses development of an invasive competitor, Scotch broom
178. 2 AprCedars-Sinai study examines regional use of minimally invasive repair of aneurysms
179. 1 AprNYSCF fellow lead author on study that derives floor plate tissue from embryonic stem cells
180. 1 AprTissue engineering, imaging neuronal circuits featured in Cold Spring Harbor Protocols
181. 1 AprElectronic medical records may accelerate genome-driven diagnoses and treatments
182. 1 AprNovel soy germ-based dietary supplement, SE5-OH containing natural S-Equol, examined for safety and influence on hormones in pre- and post-menopausal women
183. 1 AprCharging Ahead: Carbon Nanotubes Could Hold Long-Sought Battery Technology Breakthrough
184. 1 AprNanoscale ‘stealth’ probe slides into cell walls seamlessly, say Stanford engineers
185. 1 AprResearchers quantify benefits of minimally invasive removal of hard-to-reach tumors
186. 1 AprDonor kidneys from Hepatitis C patients needlessly denied to patients with that infection
187. 1 AprStudy shows partial lung removal favorable over full removal as treatment for lung cancer
188. 1 AprNew mums beat the blues and increase wellbeing with physio exercise, study reveals
189. 1 AprDisadvantaged students reap most financial return from college education, study finds
190. 1 AprEvidence-based medicine theory can be applied to frequent flying says US professor

March 2010

1. 31 MarMore than one-quarter of elderly patients lack decision-making capacity at death
2. 31 MarSpray application rate, equipment affect pest management in greenhouse ivy plants
3. 31 MarWhere’s my genome sequence? Almost 10 years after the human genome was drafted, many genomics goals remain unrealized
4. 31 MarReservations about Toxic Waste: Native American Tribes Encouraged to Turn Down Lucrative Hazardous Disposal Deals
5. 31 MarStatic over Statins: Should Young People Without Cholesterol Problems Take Statins?
6. 31 MarCompeting Catastrophes: What’s the Bigger Menace, an Asteroid Impact or Climate Change?
7. 31 MarThis Really Won’t Hurt a Bit: Wireless Sensor Promises Diabetics Noninvasive Blood Sugar Readings
8. 31 MarNew ‘mouse models’ give insight to gene mutation that is potential cause of Parkinson’s disease
9. 31 MarStart spreading the news: NYU scientists find therapeutic target to stop cancer metastases
10. 31 MarEven highly qualified women in academic medicine paid less than equally qualified men
11. 30 MarNational Center for Secure and Resilient Maritime Commerce releases annual report
12. 30 MarBacon or bagels? Higher fat at breakfast may be healthier than you think, says UAB research
13. 30 MarFlavonoids in orange juice suppress oxidative stress from high-fat, high-carb meal
14. 30 MarU of I researchers say foliar fungicides may not be the answer for hail-damaged corn
15. 30 MarShell Shock: U.S. State Department bans shrimp imports from Mexico to protect endangered turtles
16. 30 MarStudy uses Chinese wolfberries to improve vision imperfections caused by type-2 diabetes
17. 30 MarDoctors report alarming increase in mumps-related testicle problems among young males
18. 29 MarDangerous plaques in blood vessels rupture by overproducing protein-busting enzymes
19. 29 MarBusiness affiliation could increase potential risk of farm-to-farm transmission of avian influenza
20. 29 MarQueen’s University professor’s chemistry discovery may revolutionize cooking oil production
21. 29 MarThinking on the Envelope: Finding a Medical “Silver Bullet” to Disable Many of the World’s Deadliest Viruses
22. 29 MarWeathercasters take on role of science educators; feel some uncertainty on issue of climate change
23. 29 MarUniversity of Guam professors publish article in International Journal of Intercultural Relations
24. 29 MarStudy from CWRU Nursing School finds a year after cardiac event only 37 percent still exercising
25. 29 MarThe forests of the Basque Country are progressing — slowly, according to research group
26. 29 MarRead the Latest in Lupus Research: Low Level of Vitamin D Does Not Necessarily Result in Bone Disease in People With Lupus
27. 29 MarChildhood cancer patients enrolled in clinical trials need clearer communication about their role
28. 29 MarInequities exists in disease burden, health care and access for minority children
29. 28 MarDifferences between Haisch – Moddel energy extraction patent and Black Light Power method
30. 28 MarDanger! Anti-Science/Free Speech Teabaggers from Scientificblogging.com Are Hacking Twitter, Gmail and Blog Accounts
31. 28 MarStudy shows compulsive eating shares addictive biochemical mechanism with cocaine, heroin abuse
32. 28 MarSingle gene dramatically boosts yield, sweetness in tomato hybrids, CSHL-Israeli study finds
33. 28 MarResearchers use improved nanogenerators to power sensors based on zinc oxide nanowires
34. 26 MarSurgeons demonstrate new minimally invasive technique to correct chest deformity
35. 26 MarResearch concludes there is no ‘simple theory of everything’ inside the enigmatic E8
36. 26 MarAwash in Awareness: Knowing a Product’s “Water Footprint” May Help Consumers Conserve H2O
37. 26 MarStudy IDs medical conditions that put seniors at risk of falling into Medicare ‘donut hole’
38. 26 MarSpoiler alert: TV medical dramas ‘rife’ with bioethical issues and breaches of professional conduct
39. 26 MarCommunity-acquired MRSA becoming more common in pediatric ICU patients
40. 26 MarBeta-blockers help reduce metastasis and improve survival in breast cancer patients
41. 26 MarSurvival in metastatic breast cancer patients is improving: targeted therapies have contributed
42. 26 MarNew studies on surgical options in inherited breast cancer show drastic treatment is not always best
43. 25 MarPolicy-makers take aim at new recycling frontier: solid waste, retailers and packaging
44. 25 MarStudy finds surgical masks provided effective protection of health-care workers against H1N1
45. 25 MarStudy links genetic variation to possible protection against sudden cardiac arrest
46. 25 MarPatients requesting prophylactic mastectomies overestimate their breast cancer risk
47. 25 MarOHSU School of Dentistry devleops new animal model to study craniofacial pain by manipulating genes
48. 25 MarNew way discovered to predict which breast cancer patients should be treated with anthracyclines
49. 25 MarShark fin soup: CITES fails to protect 5 species of sharks from overfishing and finning
50. 24 MarH1N1 shares key similar structures to 1918 flu, providing research avenues for better vaccines
51. 24 MarUCSF study finds clinic-based HIV prevention is effective in reducing risk behaviors
52. 24 MarAnesthesia increases risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in patients with genetic predisposition
53. 24 MarFertility industry offers big money to recruit ‘desirable’ egg donors at top universities
54. 24 MarNew tissue-hugging implant maps heart electrical activity in unprecedented detail
55. 24 MarThinking Outside of the Toy Box: 4 Children’s Gizmos That Inspired Scientific Breakthroughs [Slide Show]
56. 24 MarLeptin therapy in animal models shows promise for type 1 diabetes, UT Southwestern study finds
57. 24 MarRead the Latest in Lupus Research: Urine May Help Track Kidney Disease and Predict Treatment Success in People With Lupus
58. 23 MarTo close achievement gap, US must address major health risks for urban minority youth, study finds
59. 23 Mar3 Tufts engineering faculty earn prestigious national awards for promising research
60. 23 MarNew spintronics material could help usher in next generation of microelectronics
61. 23 MarScott & White Healthcare researchers studying investigational agent that targets breast cancer
62. 23 MarA good year for wine collectors: Carbon dating can accurately determine the vintage
63. 23 MarLouisiana Tech researchers selected to present ‘outstanding’ paper at international conference
64. 23 MarVirtual biopsy probe system is ‘almost perfect’ in detecting precancerous polyps during colonoscopy
65. 23 Mar(Very) Basic principles of effective science communication and “the Steven Spielberg test”
66. 22 MarFrench hospitals make progress in battle against MRSA through large-scale prevention and monitoring
67. 22 MarStudy shows phyical therapy exercise program can reduce risk of postnatal depression in new mothers
68. 22 MarCognition declines 4 times faster in people with Alzheimer’s disease than those with no dementia
69. 22 MarAt UC Davis, South Americans learn to help health, environment and industry back home
70. 22 MarUniversity of Kansas researcher investigates mysterious stone spheres in Costa Rica
71. 22 MarSuccess rates for organ transplants are increasing, but organ donations are decreasing, study shows
72. 22 MarResearchers find Clostridium difficile is more common than MRSA in southeast community hospitals
73. 21 MarBrewing up a gentler java: Dark-roasted coffee contains stomach-friendly ingredient
74. 21 MarCaltech-led team provides proof in humans of RNA interference using targeted nanoparticles
75. 20 MarHuman ancestors walked comfortably upright 3.6 million years ago, new footprint study says
76. 20 MarResearchers find infrared thermal detection systems useful for patient screening
77. 19 MarRochester-led study leads to recommendation for use of heart failure treatment nationwide
78. 18 MarUniversity of Arizona astronomers discover most primitive supermassive black holes known
79. 18 MarParkinsonian emotion recognition impairment better accounted for by sleep deprivation
80. 18 MarStudy details machinery of immune protection against inflammatory diseases like colitis
81. 18 MarSome bullies are just the shy type: New research shows a darker side to social anxiety disorder
82. 18 MarMedicaid patients 5.5 times more likely to get cataract surgery than VA patients, study finds
83. 18 MarBreakthrough for babies born with severe cleft palates after experiments at ISIS
84. 18 MarNew statistical method for genetic studies could cut computation time from years to hours
85. 18 MarFrance’s national program to reduce HAIs reports important successes; uses mandatory reporting
86. 17 MarResearchers find new chemotherapy combination shows promise in endometrial cancer
87. 17 MarTargeting blood vessels, immune system may offer way to stop infection-caused inflammation
88. 17 MarPregnant male fish can choose to make good babies better or abort (and consume) them
89. 17 MarModified home video game shows promise for improving hand function in teens with cerebral palsy
90. 17 Mar“Glimmer of hope”: A Tasmanian devil colony displays possible immunity to deadly facial tumor disease
91. 17 MarDifficulty trusting and reaching out to others may shorten diabetes patients’ lives
92. 17 MarFeeling lonely adds to rate of blood pressure increase in people 50 years old and older
93. 17 MarSecurities analysts’ reports slow adoption of new technology, warns INFORMS journal study
94. 17 MarStudy: Low levels of vitamin D linked to higher rates of asthma in African-American kids
95. 17 MarASTRO publishes supplement on protecting cancer patients by reducing radiation doses, side effects
96. 17 MarStudy shows strong interest in palliative care programs, services and integration vary across nation
97. 17 MarAn organic approach to pest control — releasing super-sexed (but sterile) male insects
98. 16 MarResearchers ID brain abnormalities in children exposed to methamphetamine in utero
99. 16 MarUnprecedented AIUM training guidelines speak to future of musculoskeletal ultrasound
100. 16 MarNovel ‘medical home’ program for pediatric patients, families cuts ER visits in half
101. 16 MarPreventive behaviors limited household transmission of H1N1 influenza during initial outbreak
102. 16 MarUV exposure has increased over the last 30 years, but stabilized since the mid-1990s
103. 16 MarFrogs, foam and fuel: University of Cincinnati researchers convert solar energy to sugars
104. 16 MarCaltech and UCSD scientists establish leech as model for study of reproductive behavior
105. 16 MarCatastrophic flooding may be more predictable after Penn researchers build a mini river delta
106. 16 MarSBRT eliminates tumors with promising survival for early-stage inoperable lung cancer patients
107. 16 MarPrecision radiation therapy may improve survival rates of some lung cancer patients
108. 16 MarMajor report reveals the environmental and social impact of the ‘livestock revolution’
109. 16 MarLiving longer: Colon cancer patients gain time with radiofrequency ablation treatment
110. 16 MarGoing for gold with a novel interventional radiology treatment for pancreatic cancer
111. 16 MarSimulations solve a 20-year-old riddle about why nebulae around masssive stars don’t disappear
112. 16 MarStudy says therapeutics for trauma patients may not be effective due to an infection
113. 16 MarMount Sinai researchers are the first to identify heart abnormalities in World Trade Center workers
114. 16 MarStudy highlights forest protected areas as a critical strategy for slowing climate change
115. 15 MarBand Together for Lupus on Tuesday, March 16 — Make Your Voice Heard on Capitol Hill
116. 15 MarResearchers discover chemical that may protect hearts of muscular dystrophy patients
117. 15 MarBlacks have highest cancer rates of all racial ethnicities, yet feel less at risk, study finds
118. 15 MarUsing new approach, Mayo Clinic researchers find level of gene alters risk of Alzheimer’s disease
119. 15 MarStudy: Mechanomyography to be accurate in detecting nerves during minimally invasive spine surgery
120. 15 MarMayo Clinic study on how to minimize radiation risks of angioplasty shows highest doses in men
121. 15 MarCardiac rehabilitation helps survival time in heart patients receiving stent therapy
122. 15 MarU of Minn. researcher finds people will forgo luxury for green products when status is on mind
123. 15 MarAmniotic fluid cells more efficiently reprogrammed to pluripotency than adult cells
124. 15 MarPalpable breast cancers are more common in women not undergoing annual mammography
125. 15 MarUniversity of Michigan scientists identify chemical in bananas as potent inhibitor of HIV infection
126. 15 MarAutism Consortium study in Pediatrics shows CMA finds more genetic abnormalities than current tests
127. 15 MarWine vine: Microscopic photography reveals bacteria destroying grape plant cell wall
128. 14 MarStudy: New risk score tool more accurately predicts patients’ risk for cardiac disease and death
129. 14 MarFamily history is strong predictor of obstructive coronary artery disease using CCTA
130. 14 MarUF researcher urges caution in reducing blood pressure in patients with diabetes, coronary disease
131. 13 MarMinimally invasive sports hernia repair may get athletes ‘back in the game’ faster, study says
132. 13 MarNew study finds 70 percent of able-bodied hockey players have abnormal hip and pelvis MRIs
133. 13 Mar‘Tommy John’ elbow reconstruction 95 percent successful with grown teen pitchers, study says
134. 13 MarRepair of torn knee meniscus at the time of ACL reconstruction is safe and effective for children
135. 13 Mar15 years after ACL knee reconstruction, 84 percent of male patients still highly active, study says
136. 12 MarATS issues statement on disorder of respiratory and autonomic nervous system regulation
137. 12 MarSecurities analysts’ reports new technology slow adoption, warns study in INFORMS journal
138. 12 MarThe use of cover crops in vineyards can help control the yield and quality of grapes and wine
139. 12 MarPhylogenetic analysis of Mexican cave scorpions suggests adaptation to caves is reversable
140. 12 MarParticipate in the LFA’s Advocacy Day on Tuesday, March 16 — from the Comfort of Your Home
141. 12 MarCEIT-IK4 designs tool for operations on people with severe or profound auditory loss
142. 11 MarHopkins doctor/disaster expert says resource problems in Haiti required ethical decision-making
143. 11 MarBoost ivory trade monitoring and enforcement before allowing one-off sales: UBC researcher
144. 11 MarOHSU team discovers powerful molecule regulator in blood pressure control system
145. 11 MarResearchers Gain New Insights into the Mystery of Thalidomide-Caused Birth Defects
146. 11 MarPenn researchers identify immune cells that fight parasites may promote allergies and asthma
147. 11 MarWeight-bearing exercise does not prevent increased bone turnover during weight loss
148. 11 MarNew finding: Strong period pain and excess weight in childhood increases risk of endometriosis
149. 11 MarBehavior of single protein observed in unprecedented detail by Stanford chemists
150. 10 MarThe American Association of Anatomists approves guidelines for body donation programs
151. 10 MarStudents’ perceptions of Earth’s age influence acceptance of human evolution, says U of Minn. study
152. 10 MarFewer platelets could be used for some cancer and bone-marrow transplantation patients
153. 10 MarResearch findings expected to ease treatment of low neutrophil counts in cancer patients
154. 10 MarSequencing, annotation and comparative analysis of nine BACs of giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca)
155. 10 MarLSUHSC researcher finds first inherited prostate cancer genetic mutation in African-American men
156. 9 MarPatients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome not more likely to develop polyps, colon cancer
157. 9 MarK-State professor finds link between low oxygen levels in body and cancer-aiding protein
158. 9 MarStudy finds that low-income women living in small cities have higher chance of obesity
159. 9 MarChemical competition: Research identifies new mechanism regulating embryonic development
160. 9 MarCleveland researchers use natural and artificial sheaths to mend traumatic bone loss
161. 9 MarFemale teachers ask for work/family reconciliation to be able to access management posts
162. 9 MarThe CSIC presents the Archive of Mourning concerning the terrorist attacks in Madrid
163. 9 MarStudy suggests need for broader use of individualized learning plans for physicians
164. 9 MarImmigrants with disabilities more frequently employed than US-born persons with disabilities
165. 8 MarNew study reveals prevalence of cyberbullying and its psychological impact on nonheterosexual youth
166. 8 MarDeepwater Structures Inc is ready for OTEC renewable Energy Power Plant for Hawaii
167. 8 MarLike little golden assassins, ‘smart’ nanoparticles identify, target and kill cancer cells
168. 8 MarAnti-depressants bring higher risk of developing cataracts: UBC-Vancouver Coastal Health research
169. 8 MarMRI finds tumors in second breast of women diagnosed with cancer in one breast, Mayo researchers say
170. 8 MarUniversity of Michigan scientists discover bone marrow can harbor HIV-infected cells
171. 8 MarThe truth about online dating and the link between depression and relational uncertainty
172. 8 MarNew approach to immune cell analysis seen as first step to better distinguish health and disease
173. 8 MarCSHL-Mexican team coaxes sexually reproducing plant to brink of asexual reproduction
174. 7 MarPioneering treatment reduces disability in premature babies with serious brain hemorrhage
175. 6 MarEndangered in a Dangerous Land: Afghanistan expands its protected species list, including the “world’s least-known bird”
176. 5 MarGenetics in the Gut: Intestinal Microbes Could Drive Obesity and Other Health Issues
177. 5 MarUAB Cancer Center, urologists affirm men should take lead in deciding prostate screening
178. 5 MarHealing native rangeland may require combination of burning and rotational grazing
179. 5 MarAssociation of Nutrients Status of Pregnant Women with the Risk of Anembryonic Pregnancy
180. 5 MarStudies on nutrients, gene expression could lead to tailored diets for disease prevention
181. 5 MarNew study introduces the prospect for concurrent antiangiogenic/antitumorigenic therapy
182. 4 MarBreakthrough reveals blood vessel cells are key to growing unlimited amounts of adult stem cells
183. 4 MarTurning up the heat: Finding out how well the Webb telescope’s sunshield will perform
184. 4 MarResearchers find further evidence linking Epstein-Barr virus and risk of multiple sclerosis
185. 4 MarMethane releases from Arctic shelf may be much larger and faster than anticipated
186. 4 MarTranscendental Meditation activates default mode network, the brain’s natural ground state
187. 4 MarStudy shows woody plant encroachment has increased stream flow in the Edwards Plateau
188. 4 MarNew study shows teens who drink 100 percent fruit juice have more nutritious diets overall
189. 3 MarCostly tests may not help detect bladder cancer recurrence, M. D. Anderson study finds
190. 3 MarDelaying post-surgical radiation increases risk of breast cancer recurrence in older women
191. 3 MarOnline daters behave similarly to those who meet face-to-face, University of Kansas researcher says
192. 3 MarAdverse events rate is low when propofol is administered by trained professional
193. 3 MarWaste Land: Does the Large Amount of Food Discarded in the U.S. Take a Toll on the Environment?
194. 3 MarStudy shows pine bark reduces blood pressure, counteracts kidney damage caused by hypertension
195. 3 MarCommunity involvement important in fight against childhood obesity, according to UTHealth researchers
196. 3 MarLung cancer research explores the effects of patient attitudes on patient outcomes
197. 3 MarClimate change will impact infectious diseases worldwide, but questions remain as to how
198. 3 MarIn the battle against childhood obesity, review effectiveness before implementing policies
199. 3 MarStrategic research program needed to determine whether, how past climate influenced human evolution
200. 3 MarRoad salt and cars produce extreme water contamination in Frenchman’s Bay, UTSC research reveals
201. 3 Mar‘World’s most useful tree’ provides low-cost water purification method for developing world
202. 2 MarNo Implants Needed: Movement-Generating Brain Waves Detected and Decoded Outside the Head
203. 2 MarLong-acting beta-agonists most effective step-up therapy for children with poorly controlled asthma
204. 2 MarUCLA engineers develop faster method to detect bacterial contamination in coastal waters
205. 2 MarWebb Telescope’s first primary mirror meets cold temperature specifications, sets program landmark
206. 2 MarBlue Ribbon Task Force: Preserving our digital knowledge base must be a public priority
207. 2 MarSorting device for analyzing biological reactions puts the power of a lab in a researcher?s pocket
208. 2 MarJailhouse Plot: Some Correctional Facilities Put Prisoners to Work Growing Produce
209. 2 MarWhy do physicians order costly CTs? Ultrasound yields better diagnosis, safer, less costly
210. 2 MarCase Western Reserve University research examines how blood drives motivate blood donation
211. 2 MarLesbian, gay, bisexual individuals risk psychiatric disorders from discriminatory policies
212. 2 MarExperts call for further research into the relationship between insulin therapy and cancer
213. 2 MarNew research shows innovative respiratory stress test can quickly detect significant coronary artery disease in a noninvasive setting
214. 2 MarWeight loss diets significantly reverse arterial clogging — Ben-Gurion University study
215. 2 MarStudy finds dirty air in California causes millions worth of medical care each year
216. 1 MarStaying the course: fruit flies employ stabilizer reflex to recover from midflight stumbles
217. 1 MarProtein-bait interactions, display libraries featured in Cold Spring Harbor Protocols
218. 1 MarScientists find community involvement, not only enforcement, drives success of marine reserves
219. 1 MarM. D. Anderson develops tool to measure severity of chronic graft-vs.-host disease symptoms
220. 1 MarUMass Lowell researchers’ findings suggest new ways to diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s
221. 1 MarIf bonobo Kanzi can point as humans do, what other similarities can rearing reveal?
222. 1 MarResearchers find that sociodemographic characteristics are related to a patient’s willingness to participate in cancer screenings
223. 1 MarPredisposing factors for conversion of mild cognitive impairment to AD identified
224. 1 MarTiny shelled creatures shed light on extinction and recovery 65 million years ago
225. 1 MarUM School of Medicine finds prenatal cocaine exposure not severely damaging to growth, learning
226. 1 MarIf you take simvastatin to control cholesterol, watch out for infection says new report
227. 1 MarDiscovery in legumes could reduce fertilizer use, aid environment: Stanford researchers
228. 1 MarDrug dramatically reduces nausea and vomiting in bone marrow transplant patients
229. 1 MarPreventing or reversing inflammation after heart attack, stroke may require 2-pronged approach
230. 1 MarResearchers determine how ATP, molecule bearing ‘the fuel of life,’ is broken down in cells

February 2010

1. 28 FebNews tips from the 2010 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
2. 26 FebUAB study shows African-Americans have highest stroke rate, southerners more likely to die
3. 26 FebHypnosis can help control pain among women with metastatic breast cancer, UB Researcher finds
4. 26 FebBlacks less likely to know they have heart condition or to use treatment for it, says Mayo Clinic
5. 26 FebBlacks more likely to have undiagnosed key stroke risk factor, have higher stroke incidence
6. 26 FebUniversity of Hawaii at Manoa team going after regional climate patterns of global warming
7. 26 FebMultiple sclerosis, Italian researchers discover a possible onset mechanism for the disease
8. 25 FebNew University of Colorado paper shows novel way to study human inflammatory disease
9. 25 FebHIV drug that protects a fetus should be avoided for one year after childbirth, researchers say
10. 25 FebGene-based stem cell therapy specifically removes cell receptor that attracts HIV
11. 25 FebNanotechnologists from Penn collaborate to form near-frictionless diamond material
12. 25 FebNotch-blocking drugs kill brain cancer stem cells, yet multiple therapies may be needed
13. 25 FebNew developments in nanotechnology tackle the 2 biggest problems associated with chemotherapy
14. 25 FebUCLA ‘dark matter’ conference highlights new research on mysterious cosmic substance
15. 25 FebInternet Ideology War: Google’s Spat with China Could Reshape Traditional Online Freedoms
16. 25 FebChildhood stress such as abuse or emotional neglect can result in structural brain changes
17. 25 FebNOAA, NASA and Old Dominion researchers measure impacts of changing climate on ocean biology
18. 25 FebA mother’s sensitivity may help language growth in children with autism spectrum disorder
19. 25 FebFamily members reduce stress in advanced cancer patients with 14 minute massages
20. 25 FebField study exposes how sea turtle hatchlings use their flippers to move quickly on sand
21. 24 FebUniversity of Colorado study shows natural antioxidants give top barn swallows a leg on competitors
22. 24 FebOSA, APS highlight history and future of laser technology at 2010 AAAS Annual Meeting
23. 24 FebWired Waters: Bacterial Electric Circuits Facilitate Chemistry in Marine Sediments
24. 24 FebMidlife crisis: Unmarried older women twice as likely to lack health insurance, study shows
25. 24 FebReality, Vision and Mind: Function and Structure -Different Entities Or One Phenomenon/Entity?
26. 24 FebCanadian researchers study mass gatherings and risks of infectious disease threats
27. 24 FebWoman gives birth to 2 healthy babies in separate pregnancies after ovarian transplant
28. 24 FebResearchers move closer to understanding chaotic motion of a solid body in a fluid
29. 23 FebRapid response science missions assess potential for another major Haiti earthquake
30. 23 FebDamaged protein identified as early diagnostic biomarker for Alzheimer’s disease in healthy adults
31. 23 FebOverweight middle-aged adults at greater risk for cognitive decline in later life
32. 23 FebMayo Clinic researchers find oncogene is important in pancreatic cancer growth and spread
33. 23 FebIsland Hoping: Are Reserves the Answer to Help Wildlife on the World’s Sinking Archipelagos?
34. 23 FebDeaf children with cochlear implants report similar quality of life to that of normal-hearing kids
35. 23 FebSuccessful genome sequencing of pea aphid is a breakthrough for ecology and agricultural research
36. 23 FebPrednisolone therapy not beneficial in most cases of community-acquired pneumonia
37. 23 FebExperts call for acceleration of research and interventions for prematurity and stillbirth
38. 23 FebThose who have colonoscopy performed by GIs less likely to develop colorectal cancer
39. 23 FebFostering warmth after the supercold: Nobel laureate Wolfgang Ketterle talks up U.S.-German collaboration for innovation
40. 22 FebShort on specialized intensive care physicians, team-based approach improves ICU outcomes
41. 22 FebHusbands’ hostile, anti-social behaviors increase wives’ symptoms of depression, researchers find
42. 22 FebU. of Colorado scientists create tiny RNA molecule with big implications for life’s origins
43. 22 FebHusbands’ Hostile, Anti-Social Behaviors Increase Wives’ Symptoms of Depression
44. 22 FebTwo hospital-acquired infections estimated to have killed 48,000, cost $8.1B in 2006
45. 22 FebStructure of Reality – How Can They be Functionally Defined as per Observer?
46. 22 FebSTRUCTURE OF REALITY – HOW CAN THEY BE FUNCTIONALLY DEFINED AS PER OBSERVER? Ayad Gharbawi
47. 22 FebPitt researchers report internal and environmental factors trigger unique brain activity in teens
48. 22 FebSuccessful wind tunnel test of controllable rubber trailing edge flap for wind turbine blades
49. 22 FebHebrew University archaeologist discovers Jerusalem city wall from tenth century B.C.E.
50. 22 FebSame Species, Polar Opposites: The Mystery of Identical Creatures Found in both Arctic and Antarctic Waters [Slide Show]
51. 22 FebEvidence-based care and outcomes improve at Get With The Guidelines-Stroke hospitals
52. 22 FebShot in the Arm: Has the U.S. Invested Enough Health Stimulus Money in Prevention?
53. 22 FebIn a Hurry? New Battery Recharging System Promises Quicker Turnaround for Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles
54. 22 FebGermany Floats New Plans to Keep Hydrogen-Powered Cars in the World’s Transportation Mix
55. 22 FebNumbers Wars: School Battles Heat Up Again in the Traditional versus Reform-Math Debate
56. 22 FebEnergizing Energy: How the Stimulus Bill Has Ignited Innovation in the Renewables Sector–A Q&A
57. 22 FebFostering warmth after the supercold: Nobel Laureate Wolfgang Ketterle talks up U.S.-German collaborations for innovation
58. 22 FebInadequate access to opioid-based pain relief is a human rights issue for cancer patients
59. 21 FebCU physicists use ultra-fast lasers to open doors to new technologies unheard of just years ago
60. 20 FebGeorge Daley to discuss challenges and opportunities facing stem cell scientists
61. 20 FebJulia Phillips to speak on solid-state lighting’s contributions to national energy efficiency
62. 20 FebFostering warmth after the supercold: Nobel Laureate Wolfgang Ketterle talks up U.S.-German collaborations for innovation
63. 20 FebArizona State University’s Decision Theater offers balance to an off-kilter world
64. 19 FebEnergizing Energy: How the Stimulus Bill Has Ignited Innovation in the Renewables Sector–A Q&A
65. 19 FebFueling the future with fish tank residue: Sandia scientist discusses use of algae as a biofuel
66. 19 FebShift cost of port security from government to private industry, says INFORMS study
67. 19 FebSmart electricity transmission systems needed to achieve the full potential of renewable energies
68. 19 FebStudy: Consumers don’t want wallet phones; airline, movie tickets on cell phones more acceptable
69. 19 FebNext-Generation Suborbital Researchers Conference a hit, 2011 follow up conference planned
70. 18 FebDelusional, Suicidal Right-Wing Middle-Age, Middle Class Men Biggest Terrorist Threat?
71. 18 FebGermany Floats New Plans to Keep Hydrogen-Powered Cars in the World’s Transportation Mix
72. 18 FebUCR researcher identifies mechanism malaria parasite uses to spread among red blood cells
73. 18 FebMayo Clinic reports its first lung transplantation by donation after cardiac death
74. 18 FebUniversity of Minnesota scientist finds that big plant seeds don’t always beat out small seeds
75. 18 FebStudy shows people not only judge mothers based on work status, but also judge their kids
76. 18 FebIn a Hurry? New Battery Recharging System Promises Quicker Turnaround for Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles
77. 18 FebUntreated poor vision in elderly linked to dementia, University of Michigan study shows
78. 17 FebTelenurses face conflict between what is best for patients and what services are available
79. 17 FebATS, ERS issue official standards for the quantitative assessment of lung structure
80. 17 FebPitt-led study debunks millennia-old claims of systematic infant sacrifice in ancient Carthage
81. 17 FebResearchers develop standard of care for breast cancer survivors with lymphedema
82. 17 FebSmall liquid sensor may detect cancer instantly, could lead to home detection kit
83. 17 FebDo stereotypes drive consumer purchases from for-profit or nonprofit organizations?
84. 16 FebSplit-course palliative radiotherapy confirmed as effective treatment for advanced NSCLC
85. 16 FebResearch validates surgery alone offers reasonable overall survival for stage I SCLC
86. 16 FebSplit-course palliative radiotherapy confirmed as effective treatment for advanced NSCLC
87. 16 FebK-State researchers find independently owned ethnic restaurants have more food safety violations
88. 16 FebH1N1 learnings: Risk factors for severe outcomes among patients admitted to hospital with H1N1
89. 16 FebUrine protein test might help diagnose kidney damage from lupus, UT Southwestern researchers find
90. 16 FebTwin Study Suggests Environmental Factors Might Influence The Development of Lupus
91. 15 FebNew study possibly links cognitive and motor delays with ‘flat head syndrome’ in young babies
92. 15 FebTobacco use linked to worse outcomes in HPV-positive head and neck cancer, U-M study finds
93. 14 FebDigging deep into diamonds, applied physicists advance quantum science and technology
94. 14 FebCleveland Clinic, CWRU dental researcher finds switch that turns on the spread of cancer
95. 12 FebPenn material scientists turn light into electrical current using a golden nanoscale system
96. 12 FebWhen it is better to get a B than an A: Behavior patterns and coronary heart disease
97. 11 FebAntarctic ice shelf collapse possibly triggered by ocean waves, Scripps-led study finds
98. 11 FebASU scientists develop universal DNA reader to advance faster, cheaper sequencing efforts
99. 11 FebResearchers develop dietary formula that maintains youthful function into old age
100. 11 FebSingle-step technique produces both p-type and n-type doping for future graphene devices
101. 11 FebProtecting patients: Study shows that Johns Hopkins flu vaccination rates twice national average
102. 11 FebSchool districts should encourage citizen involvement in education policy making
103. 11 FebPredicting prognosis and treatment response in a subset of pancreatic cancer patients
104. 10 FebSilver nanoparticles may one day be key to devices that keep hearts beating strong and steady
105. 10 FebMost pandemic plans in Ontario hospitals have not been tested: Queen’s University study
106. 10 FebExploring the limits: Understanding the challenges facing Winter Olympic champions
107. 10 FebScott & White Memorial Hospital uses device to revolutionize treatment of traumatic aortic injury
108. 10 FebFirst blinded study of venous insufficiency prevalence in MS shows promising results
109. 10 FebPrepregnancy, obesity and gestational weight gain influence risk of preterm birth
110. 9 FebMulticenter study finds little effect of soy isoflavones on bone loss in postmenopausal women
111. 9 FebStudy identifies factors associated with growth of fetus in first trimester and subsequent outcomes
112. 9 FebComprehensive study using bioinformatics predicts the molecular causes of many genetic diseases
113. 9 FebUH Case Medical Center researchers publish promising findings for advanced cervical cancer
114. 9 FebThe biggest loser: Maternal obesity puts a load on her offspring that lasts a lifetime
115. 9 FebNew study examines the impact on children of food product placements in the movies
116. 9 FebChildhood obesity: It’s not the amount of TV, it’s the number of junk food commercials
117. 9 FebScripps research team reveals how an old drug could have a new use for treating river blindness
118. 9 FebRacial disparities persist in the diagnosis of advanced breast cancer and colon cancer in the U.S.
119. 9 FebUAB research warns of risks of low potassium in heart failure patients with chronic kidney disease
120. 9 FebResearchers reveal 3-D structure of bullet-shaped virus with potential to fight cancer, HIV
121. 8 FebHypertension may predict dementia in older adults with certain cognitive deficits
122. 8 FebGlaucoma medications may be associated with reduced risk of death over 4-year period
123. 8 FebHigh-altitude climbs may cause corneal swelling, but do not appear to affect vision
124. 8 FebCaltech neuroscientists discover brain area responsible for fear of losing money
125. 8 FebNew CATCH rule to determine need for CT scans in children with minor head injury
126. 8 FebMarijuana ineffective as an Alzheimer’s treatment: UBC-Vancouver Coastal Health research
127. 7 FebVirus-free technique enables Stanford scientists to easily make stem cells pluripotent
128. 5 FebBlacks with MS have more severe symptoms, decline faster than whites, new study shows
129. 5 FebBioethics memory aid can help assess patient decision-making capacity in medical emergencies
130. 5 FebNTU researchers complete the world’s first in-depth study of the malaria parasite genome
131. 5 FebEarly artificial pancreas trials show benefits for kids, teenagers with diabetes overnight
132. 5 FebInformatics experts contribute to special Health Affairs edition on e-health in the developing world
133. 5 FebEarly foster care boosts quality of institutionalized children’s ties to caregivers
134. 5 FebYale researchers may have uncovered the mechanism by which progesterone prevents preterm birth
135. 4 Feb$32 million CU-Boulder instrument package to study space weather set for NASA launch Feb. 9
136. 4 FebDemocratic, Republican presidents have had similar economic records, says political scientist
137. 4 FebNIST’s second ‘quantum logic clock’ based on aluminum ion is now world’s most precise clock
138. 4 FebHydrino patent based on catalyst denied while later patent for relativistic hydrogen based on Casimir cavity granted
139. 4 FebPatients with mild gallstone pancreatitis can undergo surgery sooner, shortening hospital stays
140. 4 FebMore than 30 percent of seniors are not immunized against pneumonia in 36 states
141. 4 FebUse of acetaminophen in pregnancy associated with increased asthma symptoms in children
142. 4 FebEconomist’s study finds that immigration doesn’t threaten US-born students’ chances at college
143. 4 FebGenes of pregnant women and their fetuses can increase the risk of preterm labor
144. 4 FebNew research shows genes of pregnant women and their fetuses can increase the risk of preterm labor
145. 4 FebNIH scientists identify maternal and fetal genes that increase preterm birth risk
146. 4 FebQuantum Mechanics In Submicron Thin Metal Films Allows Conversion of the Full Solar Spectrum To Electricity
147. 3 FebUM School of Medicine scientists find new malaria vaccine is safe and protective in children
148. 3 FebFlu vaccination rate at large, Midwest health system rises dramatically due to mandatory policy
149. 3 FebScripps Research scientists find two compounds that lay the foundation for a new class of AIDS drug
150. 3 FebStudy shows male erectile dysfunction drug enhances fetal growth in female sheep
151. 3 FebIowa State, Ames Lab chemists discover how antiviral drugs bind to and block flu virus
152. 3 FebJDRF-funded research advances potential for regeneration as a possible cure for type 1 diabetes
153. 3 FebInflammation marker related to obesity is elevated in patients with pancreatic cancer
154. 3 FebTest could predict which idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis patients will become severely ill
155. 3 FebOlder female cancer survivors have added health issues compared to their counterparts
156. 3 FebViolence is part of the job say nurses as study shows only 1 in 6 incidents are reported
157. 3 FebAlterations in the brain’s reward system related to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
158. 2 FebStorm runoff and sewage treatment outflow contaminated with household pesticides
159. 2 FebResearchers show applied electric field can significantly improve hydrogen storage properties
160. 2 FebMass. Eye and Ear Infirmary Cataract Surgery Trainer teaches residents cataract surgery
161. 2 FebLifestyle changes for teens critical in light of research about teens’ heart disease risk
162. 2 FebBaker Institute Report: Mapping the territorial contours of an Israeli-Palestinian peace settlement
163. 2 FebWorkshop examines successful integration of imaging biomarkers into clinical trials
164. 2 FebCedars-Sinai researchers: Fat behaves differently in patients with polycistic ovary syndrome
165. 2 FebDiabetes patients rank health concerns differently than their doctors, U-M survey shows
166. 1 FebNutrition services, prevention important in nutrition care for special health needs
167. 1 FebScripps Research scientists create new way to screen libraries of 10 million or more compounds
168. 1 FebHigh-throughput analysis of gene regulation, DNA synthesis in Cold Spring Harbor Protocols
169. 1 FebNew study shows effectiveness of MEND program in prevention and treatment of pediatric obesity
170. 1 FebGenetically-modified mice reveal another mechanism contributing to heart failure
171. 1 FebHaiti earthquake a reminder that disasters are preventable, CU-Boulder expert says
172. 1 FebCaregivers of ICU patients are collateral damage of critical illness, say Pitt researchers
173. 1 FebThe new civil defense: UC researchers look at public’s role in national cybersecurity
174. 1 FebNew discovery may expand availability of bone marrow transplants by stopping fatal complications
175. 1 FebTumor suppressor p53 prevents cancer progression in cells with missegregated chromosomes
176. 1 FebStudy finds reduced brain gray matter concentration in patients with severe obstructive sleep apnea

January 2010

1. 29 JanNon-invasive testing, earlier surgery can stop seizures in tuberous sclerosis complex
2. 29 JanUniversity of the Basque Country researchers decode transcriptome for gray mullet
3. 29 JanRead the Latest in Lupus Research: Potential New Indicators of Lupus Being Studied in Children
4. 28 JanAdvances in cancer detection research by Virginia Tech engineer featured in British magazine
5. 28 JanFinancial crisis in news: Government financial support of news media continues steep decline
6. 28 Jan2010 Lemelson-MIT Invention Index reveals ways to enhance teens’ interest in STEM
7. 28 JanMount Sinai finds prenatal exposure to certain chemicals affects childhood neurodevelopment
8. 27 JanCarnegie Mellon releases data on Haitian Creole to hasten development of translation tools
9. 27 JanFurther Studies On The Constituents Of The mind Of An Observer (CoM) – Ayad Gharbawi
10. 27 JanIntegrating private insurance with public health would improve US health care — study
11. 27 JanDiscovery of mechanism in brain cell injury in Huntington’s offers new treatment approaches
12. 27 JanRead the Latest in Lupus Research: People Who Have Lupus & Antiphospholipid Syndrome Might Have Higher Risk of Thyroid Disease
13. 27 JanAlmost half of injured Haitians are likely to be children, pediatric emergency study indicates
14. 26 Jan‘Medicalized’ weapons, fair trade in biotechnology and more in the Hastings Center Report
15. 26 JanChildren with suspected development problems may not get needed referrals, study shows
16. 26 JanScott & White Healthcare researchers studying ‘deep brain stimulation’ for Parkinson’s disease
17. 26 JanBypass procedure used during infant heart surgery does not impair later neurological outcomes
18. 26 JanMore than 50 percent of injury-related deaths in rural Ontario occur before patients reach hospital
19. 26 JanRutgers study: Increased on-site programming will benefit inmates’ return to society
20. 26 JanAntioxidants aren’t always good for you and can impair muscle function, study shows
21. 26 JanStudy documents reaction rates for three chemicals with high global warming potential
22. 26 JanWhat about ORGANICALLY maintained fields? lawns, athletic fields and carbon capture
23. 25 JanRush University Medical Center leads nationwide clinical trial of nutritional drink for Alzheimer’s
24. 25 JanNo evidence of a post-Olympics boom or bust for host city real estate prices: UBC study
25. 25 JanControl of herpes symptoms does not reduce HIV transmission, international study found
26. 25 JanResearchers correct the record about behavior of important human protein tied to cancer
27. 25 JanDoctors develop life-saving, low-cost ventilators for emergency, rural and military use
28. 25 JanReproductive coercion often is accompanied by physical or sexual violence, study finds
29. 25 JanStudy confirms prostate cancer is treated differently at county vs. private hospitals
30. 25 JanMixed-handed children more likely to have mental health, language and scholastic problems
31. 25 JanFast food menus with calorie information lead to lower calorie selections for young children
32. 24 JanGenes found linked to breast cancer drug resistance could guide future treatment choices
33. 24 JanSwRI researchers offer explanation for the differences between Ganymede and Callisto
34. 23 JanPreliminary Definition On What The Reality Of The Mind Is In Relation To The Constituents Of The Mind (CoM)
35. 22 JanTrauma patients safe from mortality risks associated with so-called ‘weekend effect’
36. 22 JanCSHL study identifies potential way to reverse cancer cell metabolism and tumor growth
37. 22 JanAutism Speaks responds to recent publications citing autism clusters in California
38. 22 JanCommon heart medications may also protect against Parkinson’s disease, study finds
39. 22 JanLighter sedation for elderly during surgery may reduce risk of confusion, disorientation after
40. 22 JanRead the Latest in Lupus Research: Immunosuppressants Render Flu Vaccination Less Effective in People With Lupus
41. 21 JanNYSCF Fellow lead author on study that creates blood vessel cells from stem cells
42. 21 JanWater hits and sticks: Findings challenge a century of assumptions about soil hydrology
43. 21 JanA computer per student leads to higher performance than traditional classroom settings
44. 21 JanPitt research explores how categories and environment create satisfied and well-informed consumers
45. 21 JanLanguage structure is partly determined by social structure, says Penn psychology study
46. 21 JanThe Constituents Of The Mind Within The Framework Of A New Concept: The Fluid Mind Matrix Model (FM3)
47. 21 JanIdentification of the gene responsible for a new form of adult muscular dystrophy
48. 21 JanBubble physicist counts bubbles in the ocean to answer questions about climate, sound, light
49. 21 JanEven small dietary reductions in salt could mean fewer heart attacks, strokes and deaths
50. 21 JanLow vitamin D levels associated with greater risk of relapse in childhood-onset multiple sclerosis
51. 20 JanNew way to generate abundant functional blood vessel cells from human stem cells discovered
52. 20 JanHerpes medication does not reduce risk of HIV transmission, UW-led international study finds
53. 20 JanPenn biologists explain how organisms can tolerate mutations, yet adapt to environmental change
54. 20 JanStudy links springtime ozone increases above western North America to emissions from abroad
55. 20 JanWhy We Must Abandon The ‘Concept’ That There Exists A ‘One Real Image’ Of Any Observed Object.
56. 20 JanCounterfeit Internet drugs pose significant risks and discourage vital health checks
57. 20 JanCholesterol-lowering drug shows promise against serious infections in sickle cell disease
58. 20 JanMed students say conventional medicine would benefit by integrating alternative therapies
59. 20 JanNanoparticles emit EM radiation to enhance thermal conductivity and boiling heat transfer
60. 19 JanComputer models suggest vaccination or culling best to prevent foot-and-mouth disease
61. 19 JanLFA Collaborates with Federal Agencies and the U.S. Surgeon General’s Office to Expand Medical Education on Lupus
62. 19 JanSociety of Interventional Radiology supports treatment for spine fractures: Patient selection key
63. 19 JanIn vitro pregnancy rates improve with new device that mimics motions in the body
64. 19 JanClose Encounters of the Desired Kind: Study Reveals Wanted Objects Are Seen as Closer
65. 18 JanCochlear implants associated with improved voice control over time in children who are deaf
66. 18 JanComplications common, often linked to trauma in children receiving cochlear implants
67. 18 JanDiabetes epidemic in First Nations adults, especially women in prime reproductive years
68. 18 Jan‘Jekyll and Hyde’ cell may hold key to muscular dystrophy, fibrosis treatment: UBC research
69. 17 JanLow concentrations of oxygen and nutrients slowing biodegradation of Exxon Valdez oil
70. 17 JanNew gene variants associated with glucose, insulin levels, some with diabetes risk
71. 15 JanStudies demonstrate link among Alzheimer’s disease, Down syndrome and atherosclerosis
72. 15 JanRoundtable discussion highlights vital role for palliative care in health-care reform
73. 15 JanObama bestows highest presidential honor on early career scientists and engineers
74. 15 JanWilder weather exerts a stronger influence on biodiversity than steadily changing conditions
75. 15 JanScientists hope to end sleeping sickness by making parasite that causes it self-destruct
76. 15 JanPost-Katrina New Orleans safety-net clinic patients report more efficient, affordable health care
77. 14 JanIndustry corruption, shoddy construction likely contributed to Haiti quake devastation
78. 14 JanNASA’s Rosetta ‘Alice’ spectrometer reveals Earth’s ultraviolet fingerprint in Earth flyby
79. 14 JanDisadvantaged neighborhoods set children’s reading skills on negative course: UBC study
80. 14 JanSea Node completes Trident Warrior 2009 Exercise with positive Military Utility Assessment
81. 14 JanUC Davis research confirms benefits of calcium and vitamin D in preventing fractures
82. 14 JanCanadians should be concerned about camera surveillance — Queen’s University report
83. 14 JanUAB research finds consumer behavior and lifestyle traits influence foreclosure rates
84. 13 JanMapping and sequencing of soybean genome paves the way for improved soybean crops
85. 13 JanUCSF study finds African-Americans bear disproportionate burden of smoking costs in California
86. 13 JanNew study raises the possibility that some antiviral drugs could make diseases worse
87. 13 JanScientists move a step closer to understanding why leopards can’t change their spots
88. 13 JanNew national survey of children’s health shows insurance gaps, more obesity, more children at risk
89. 13 JanWildlife Conservation Society finds ‘world’s least known bird’ breeding in Afghanistan
90. 13 JanQueen’s University study finds first-generation immigrants struggling in education system
91. 13 JanWords used to describe substance-use patients can alter attitudes, contribute to stigma
92. 13 JanCSHL scientists use next-gen sequencing to rapidly discover genetic cause of devastating disorder
93. 13 JanThe Lupus Foundation of America Seeks Applications for its 2010 Gina M. Finzi Memorial Student Summer Fellowship Program
94. 12 JanGladstone scientists identify role of key protein in ALS and frontotemporal dementia
95. 12 JanACP joins 118 groups supporting equality of Medicaid/Medicare rates for primary care
96. 12 JanVirtual reality tele-rehab improves hand function: Playing games for real recovery
97. 12 JanScripps Research team wins global race to achieve landmark synthesis of perplexing natural product
98. 12 JanScripps Research scientists find cancer cells co-opt fat metabolism pathway to become more malignant
99. 12 JanObesity linked to common form of kidney cancer and each extra BMI point increases risk
100. 12 JanStudy shows people’s racial biases can skew perceptions of how much help victims need
101. 12 JanFirst known instance of a cricket as an orchid pollinator captured on film by Kew scientist
102. 11 JanScientists sequence genome of the woodland strawberry, a model system for rosaceae plants
103. 11 JanBiologists merge methods, results from different disciplines to find new meaning in old data
104. 11 JanPhysicians’ moods affect quality of care, according to Ben-Gurion University study
105. 11 JanExhausting Deadlines for HIPAA and Electronic Health Records Compliance Under the Stimulus Package
106. 10 JanResearchers discover molecular security system that protects cells from potentially harmful DNA
107. 10 JanDiscovery of enzyme activation process could lead to new heart attack treatments
108. 10 JanUT rheumatologists advance genetic research related to disabling form of arthritis
109. 9 JanIYA2009 Closing Ceremony – Speech of Vincenzo Giorgio,Thales Alenia Space, Principal Sponsor of IYA2009
110. 8 JanResearchers identify an immune cell linked to inflammation and scarring in Graves’ eye disease
111. 8 JanHealthy older adults with subjective memory loss may be at increased risk for MCI and dementia
112. 8 JanWhat came first in the origin of life? A study contradicts the ‘metabolism first’ hypothesis
113. 8 JanNew record in the area of prime number decomposition of cryptographically important numbers
114. 7 JanACP To Congress ‘Health reform bill must help ensure supply of primary-care physicians’
115. 7 JanStudy finds increased presence, severity of coronary artery plaques in HIV-infected men
116. 7 JanResearchers discover genetic differences between lethal and treatable forms of leukemia
117. 7 JanUCLA study shows metformin is safe for patients with advanced heart failure and diabetes mellitus
118. 7 JanObservation about how nervous system learns and encodes motion could improve stroke recovery
119. 7 JanWild Iberian horses contributed to the origin of the current Iberian domestic stock
120. 7 JanDiscovery of a new molecular mechanism that guides visual nerves towards the brain
121. 7 JanIU study: Screening and treating girls doesn’t reduce prevalence of chlamydia in teens
122. 7 JanU of Alberta researchers find mechanism that could prevent or treat deadly peroxisome diseases
123. 7 JanJohns Hopkins researchers say vaccine appears to ‘mop up’ leukemia cells Gleevec leaves behind
124. 7 JanBlood glucose self-monitoring: No benefit for non-insulin-dependent patients with type 2 diabetes
125. 7 JanPediatric cancer survivors at risk for diseases that predispose them to heart disease
126. 7 JanNorth Korea’s 2009 Nuclear Test Site is Pinpointed with a precision of 140 meters
127. 6 JanBehavioral identification can help stop terrorists like Abdul Mutallab, researcher says
128. 6 JanUntouched stomach contents of baby birds in one of the world’s most remote marine sanctuaries
129. 6 JanMultiple patient samples of an analyte improve detection of changes in clinical status
130. 6 JanCommentary: Obese pregnant women should gain less weight than currently recommended
131. 6 JanLupus Foundation of America Awards New Research Funding to Address Issues Critical to Lupus Patients
132. 5 JanPrenatal ultrasonography has increased 55 percent for pregnant women, even in low-risk pregnancies
133. 5 JanNew panchromatic capabilities of Hubble reveal an unprecedented view of the universe
134. 5 JanReport suggests similar effectiveness among options for managing low-risk prostate cancer
135. 5 JanScientists create early-warning system to defend rare Jersey cows from continental disease
136. 5 JanRestaurant and packaged foods can have more calories than nutrition labeling indicates
137. 5 JanSexual function does not continuously decline after radiation therapy treatments for prostate cancer
138. 5 JanNatural compounds in pomegranates may prevent growth of hormone-dependent breast cancer
139. 5 JanCommon anti-inflammatory drug could help prevent skin cancers, Stanford researcher says
140. 4 JanToxicants detected in Asian monkey hair may warn of environmental threats to people and wildlife
141. 4 JanOverexposure to credit default swaps contributed to financial meltdown, new Rotman study finds
142. 4 JanNew research findings may help stop age-related macular degeneration at the molecular level
143. 4 JanSt. John’s wort not helpful treatment for irritable bowel syndrome, Mayo Clinic researchers say
144. 4 JanUniform method to interpret autism spectrum disorders is defined at Ben-Gurion University
145. 4 JanNew discovery by Harvard scientists aims to correct cellular defects leading to diabetes
146. 4 JanUpdate on vitamins and diabetic retinopathy; ethnic norms for preschoolers’ eyesight
147. 3 JanSurvival of Children with HIV in the United States Has Improved Dramatically Since 1990s
148. 1 JanEarlier bedtimes may help protect adolescents against depression, suicidal thoughts