Glitches in insulin molecule production may lead to diabetes
A team of researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School have found that the cells that make insulin in the body of people with diabetes may stop this task because of glitches in the production of a molecule called proinsulin, the precursor out of which insulin is made. ANI
Researchers shed light on how cells respond to skin-damaging UV rays
: A new study, from researchers at the University of Virginia Health System has shed light on how cells respond to skin-damaging UV rays. ANI
Non-invasive tests to detect cirrhosis may reduce the need for biopsies
Researchers have developed new ultrasound and magnetic resonance (MR) imaging tests which could detect fibrosis (scarring) and cirrhosis of the liver in their initial stage, reducing the need for biopsies. ANI
Rapamycin, Gleevec reverses portal hypertension effects in rats
A new study on rats suggests that a combined treatment with rapamycin and Gleevec might reverse the effects of portal hypertension in patients with chronic liver disease. ANI
New IVF technique may enable pregnancy without multiple births
According to a study, women over 35 years of age can avoid multiple births with the help of a new in vitro fertilization technique. ANI
New test may help avoid out of the blue headaches from chocolate, wine
A fast, inexpensive test which can help avoid out of the blue headaches followed by consumption of certain red wines, cheese, chocolate, and other aged or fermented foods, has been developed. ANI
Disrupted sleep linked to poorer daytime functions in older women
A new study has linked disturbed sleep in older women to poor physical function during the daytime. ANI
Chemical compound in tree bark accelerates growth, survival of brain cells
Emory University researchers have discovered a compound in tree bark that mimics the chemical reactions of a naturally occurring molecule in the brain responsible for stimulating neuronal cell signalling. ANI
Low maternal cholesterol levels linked to premature births
A new study has found that expectant mothers with very low cholesterol levels are at greater risk of having a premature baby than women with more moderate ones. ANI
Obese moms-to-be dont have to gain weight
A Saint Louis University study has found that during pregnancy, severely obese women should lose weight while obese women should gain less weight than recommended. ANI
New methods may hold hope for breast cancer treatment
Researchers from the University of Manchester have revealed new methods of controlling and treating breast cancer. ANI
Alcohol, sleep restriction impairs young mens alertness while driving
A new study has revealed that a combination of low-dose alcohol with moderate sleep restriction can have a significant adverse effect on young mens subjective alertness and driving performance. ANI
Heres why smokers stay hooked onto nicotine
A new study has uncovered the mechanism behind smokers persistent dependency on nicotine. ANI
Excessive exercise may be detrimental to health
Almost 25 pct of people, who are on a gym regimen, exercise at levels that can be detrimental to their health, a new study has revealed. ANI
Conscientious people less likely to develop Alzheimers
People who are conscientious, in other words self-disciplined, scrupulous and purposeful, are less likely to develop Alzheimers disease, a new study has revealed. ANI
Strict, highly competitive schools driving girls to anorexia
A new study has found that girls are being driven to anorexia by high schools that are strict and competitive, expecting them to be perfect in every possible way. ANI
Life extension in humans is around the corner
Researchers at the University of Colorado at Boulder have found that microscopic worms called C. elegans can live longer despite cellular defects, a discovery that can provide scientists with a deeper understanding as to how the human body ages, and how genetic mutations that cause inherited diseases may be limited or reversed. ANI
Kids have more problems falling asleep than maintaining it
A new study has found that children have more problems initiating sleep than maintaining it. ANI
Potential role of leptin in diabetes identified
A new research has shown that leptin, a hormone largely responsible for regulating appetite control and energy metabolism, plays a key role in islet cell growth and insulin secretion. ANI