CLINICAL WEBSITES

Using adrenaline in cardiac arrests results in less than one percent more people leaving hospital alive 2018-07-20
A clinical trial of the use of adrenaline in cardiac arrests has found that its use results in less than 1 percent more people leaving hospital alive -- but almost doubles the risk of severe brain damage for survivors of cardiac arrest. The research raises important questions about the future use of adrenaline in such […]
Wearable device measures cortisol in sweat 2018-07-20
By drawing in a bit of sweat, a patch can reveal how much cortisol a person is producing. Cortisol is known as the stress hormone but is involved in many important physiological functions.
The need for speed: Why malaria parasites are faster than human immune cells 2018-07-20
Elementary cytoskeleton protein is different in parasites and represents a starting point for a possible new therapy against malaria infections.
A peek into the interplay between sleep and wakefulness 2018-07-20
The ventrolateral preoptic nucleus (VLPO) in the brain plays a critical role in the initiation and maintenance of sleep, while the lateral posterior part of the hypothalamus contains neuronal populations implicated in maintenance of arousal. Now, a new study reveals that these arousal-related neurons are heavily innervated by GABAergic neurons in the preoptic area including […]
Secondhand smoke causing thousands of still births in developing countries 2018-07-20
Exposure to secondhand smoke is causing thousands of stillbirths in developing countries, according to new research.
Houseplants could one day monitor home health 2018-07-20
A student from two unrelated disciplines -- plant sciences and architectural design -- explore the future of houseplants as aesthetically pleasing and functional sirens of home health. Their idea is to genetically engineer house plants to serve as subtle alarms that something is amiss in our home and office environments.
A molecular key for delaying the progression of Multiple Sclerosis is found 2018-07-20
In the lab it was possible to improve the symptoms in the chronic phase of the disease while encouraging the repair of the nervous tissue, and the challenge now is to move the research forward in humans.
Doctors rely on more than just data for medical decision-making 2018-07-20
A new study finds patients with similar medical profiles receive different treatments based on doctors' 'gut feelings.'
People love to hate do-gooders, especially at work 2018-07-20
Highly cooperative and generous people can attract hatred and social punishment, especially in competitive environments, new University of Guelph study finds.
Scientists reverse aging-associated skin wrinkles and hair loss in a mouse model 2018-07-20
Researchers have reversed wrinkled skin and hair loss, hallmarks of aging, in a mouse model. When a mutation leading to mitochondrial dysfunction is induced, the mouse develops wrinkled skin and extensive, visible hair loss in a matter of weeks. When the mitochondrial function is restored by turning off the gene responsible for mitochondrial dysfunction, the […]
Greening vacant lots reduces feelings of depression in city dwellers 2018-07-20
Greening vacant urban land significantly reduces feelings of depression and improves overall mental health for the surrounding residents, researchers show in a new randomized, controlled study. The findings have implications for cities across the United States, where 15 percent of land is deemed ''vacant'' and often blighted or filled with trash and overgrown vegetation.
Most common shoulder operation is no more beneficial than placebo surgery 2018-07-20
Researchers show that one of the most common surgical procedures in the Western world is probably unnecessary. Keyhole surgeries of the shoulder are useless for patients with 'shoulder impingement', the most common diagnosis in patients with shoulder pain.
Effect of genetic factors on nutrition: The genes are not to blame 2018-07-20
Individualized dietary recommendations based on genetic information are currently a popular trend. A team has systematically analyzed scientific articles and reached the following conclusion: There is no clear evidence for the effect of genetic factors on the consumption of total calories, carbohydrates, and fat. According to the current state of knowledge, the expedience of gene-based […]
Treating dementia with the healing waves of sound 2018-07-20
Ultrasound waves applied to the whole brain improve cognitive dysfunction in mice with conditions simulating vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease. It is possible that this type of therapy may also benefit humans.
Scientists identify most pressing issues posed by chemicals in the environment 2018-07-20
Chemicals released into the environment by human activity are resulting in biodiversity loss; increased natural hazards; threats to food, water and energy security; negative impacts on human health and degradation of environmental quality. Now, an international study published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry involving scientists from the University of York has identified the 22 most […]
New study shows certain video games can improve health in children with obesity 2018-07-20
A new study showed for the first time that video games, in combination with fitness coaching and a step tracker, helped overweight children lose weight, lower their blood pressure and cholesterol and increase their physical activity.
Drug now in clinical trials for Parkinson's strengthens heart contractions in animals 2018-07-20
A drug currently in clinical trials for treating symptoms of Parkinson's disease may someday have value for treating heart failure, according to results of early animal studies.
New findings on intercellular communication 2018-07-20
This is a nice example of a rather unexpected discovery: by studying the development of the blood vessels of the brain, researchers have just shed light on a question that was pending for 10 years! They provide a molecular mechanism conferring ligand specificity to Wnt signaling, an ancestral communication pathway present in all vertebrates.
Heart attack risk on the rise for pregnant women and death rate remains high 2018-07-20
Study shows that the risk of having a heart attack while pregnant, giving birth, or during the two months after delivery, continues to increase for American women.
The cause of prostate cancer progression to incurable stage has likely been uncovered 2018-07-20
Researchers have discovered novel genes and mechanisms that can explain how a genomic variant in a single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) rs11672691 influences prostate cancer aggressiveness. Their findings also suggest ways to improve risk stratification and clinical treatment for advanced prostate cancer.

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