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Cellular train track deformities shed light on neurological disease: Study

Washington D.C.[USA], Mar 29 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have found a new technique that allows them to test how the deformation of tiny train track-like cell proteins affects their function. The findings could help clarify the roles of deformed "microtubules" in traumatic brain injuries and in neurological diseases like Parkinson's.

2020-03-29T03:26:10.400322+00:00 IST

Gene mutation enhances cognitive flexibility in mice

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 29 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers have discovered in mice what they believe is the first known genetic mutation to improve cognitive flexibility -- the ability to adapt to changing situations. The research was led by researchers at the National Institute of Health.

2020-03-29T02:55:36.662566+00:00 IST

Stimulating immune responses in early stages of COVID-19 may hold key to its effective treatment

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], Mar 28 (ANI): Sun Tsu, in 'The Art of War' speaks of a skilful general who can subdue his enemy without any fighting. This constitutes the ultimate triumph which is referred to as stratagem. Today, we would need one such when we are faced with the '21-day corona challenge' for India.

2020-03-28T04:22:03.990652+00:00 IST

Study focuses on boosting immune response to vaccines in older people

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 28 (ANI): A recent research shows that the immune system of older mice can be given a helping hand by applying immunology expertise and some genital wart treatment (don't try this at home just yet)!

2020-03-28T03:38:07.517602+00:00 IST

Plant-based diet helps to prevent, manage asthma

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 28 (ANI): According to a new review, while dairy products and high-fat foods raise the risk, a plant-based diet can help prevent and manage asthma.

2020-03-28T02:32:54.308063+00:00 IST

Study provides insights from ambulatory blood pressure monitoring in patients with kidney disease

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 27 (ANI): In a novel combined study, researchers offer insights gained from "ambulatory" blood pressure monitoring, which is conducted while people go about their daily activities, including during sleep. This type of monitoring can provide more information than blood pressure measurements taken only in clinics.

2020-03-27T06:43:35.980684+00:00 IST

Study focuses on executive function in women post menopause

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 27 (ANI): A recent study indicates that an assessment of anxiety and depression symptoms in women who have undergone surgical menopause for cancer risk reduction or RRSO may help in finding ways to ease cognitive distress in them.

2020-03-27T03:42:42.549962+00:00 IST

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Researchers develop new therapeutic strategy against diabetes

Washington D.C.[USA], Mar 27 (ANI): A breakthrough research suggests that maintaining vitamin D receptor (VDR) levels in pancreatic cells that synthesize and secrete insulin (b cells) could contribute to protecting against the development of diabetes and counteract pancreatic cell damage caused by the progression of the disease.

2020-03-27T02:36:42.776534+00:00 IST

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Study reveals how trans fats assist cell death

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 26 (ANI): Researchers have uncovered a molecular link between some trans fats and a variety of disorders, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. Their findings implicate their role in enhancing a mitochondrial signalling pathway that leads to programmed cell death.

2020-03-26T07:05:26.836737+00:00 IST

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An aspirin a day does not keep dementia at bay

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 26 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers have found that taking a low-dose aspirin once a day does not reduce the risk of thinking and memory problems caused by mild cognitive impairment or probable Alzheimer's disease, nor does it slow the rate of cognitive decline.

2020-03-26T04:41:53.135540+00:00 IST

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Diet, nutrition effects gut microbiome

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 26 (ANI): Nutrition and diet have a great impact on microbial composition in the gut. This in in turn affects a range of metabolic, hormonal, and neurological processes, according to a literature review by scientists from the George Washington University (GW) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

2020-03-26T03:34:44.870888+00:00 IST

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Study reveals critical enzyme as potential target for treating male infertility

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 26 (ANI): In a breakthrough study, researchers have identified an enzyme that plays a crucial role in maintaining the chromosomal pairing during the pachytene stage of meiosis (the process of making sperm). Without this protein, named SKP1, meiosis cannot proceed to metaphase, the next major developmental stage involved in generating sperm cells.

2020-03-26T03:30:35.636489+00:00 IST

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Study reveals acupuncture can reduce migraine headaches

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 26 (ANI): In a new trial from China, researchers have found that acupuncture can reduce migraine headaches compared to both sham (placebo) acupuncture and usual care.

2020-03-26T03:17:26.700151+00:00 IST

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Older people resist daily temptations and are emotionally healthier

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 25 (ANI): The stereotype of grumpy old people apparently doesn't hold up under closer inspection as a new study from Duke and Vanderbilt University psychologists has revealed that older people are generally more emotionally stable and better able to resist temptations in their daily lives.

2020-03-25T04:46:52.547261+00:00 IST

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Daily hot bath linked to lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 25 (ANI): Regular hot tub bathing is linked to a lower risk of death from heart disease and stroke, a new study has found.

2020-03-25T04:40:51.463557+00:00 IST

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Novel method for measuring quality of life for people on autism spectrum

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 24 (ANI): Researchers show that a set of simple questionnaires can help clinicians and families better evaluate the quality of life of people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

2020-03-24T08:54:43.594212+00:00 IST

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Researchers develop new tool for performing cancer liquid biopsies

Abu Dhabi [UAE], Mar 24 (ANI): A recent study led by researchers at New York University, Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has developed a new fluid analyzing platform that allows for the isolation of circulating tumour cells (CTCs), which are formed during metastasis, commonly called stage IV cancer or advanced cancer.

2020-03-24T08:17:20.111413+00:00 IST

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After previous cesarean, natural birth can be considered: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 24 (ANI): In over 90 per cent of women who have previously had a caesarian, a natural birth may be possible, suggests new research.

2020-03-24T06:23:36.242907+00:00 IST

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Analysing patients shortly after stroke can help link brain regions to speech functions: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Mar 24 (ANI): Analysing the brains of stroke patients just days after the stroke allows researchers to link various speech functions to different parts of the brain according to new research from Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine. This important breakthrough may lead to better treatment and recovery of the stroke patients.

2020-03-24T04:29:16.269439+00:00 IST

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More mental health visits decreases risk of suicide among youths

Ohio [USA], Mar 24 (ANI): A study led by researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center found that suicide risk was highest among youth with epilepsy, depression, schizophrenia, substance use and bipolar disorder, but the odds of suicide decreased among those who had more mental health visits within the 30 days before the suicide date.

2020-03-24T04:08:29.122346+00:00 IST

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Cumulative oral steroid dosages linked to increased hypertension

Ottawa [Canada], Mar 23 (ANI): In a recent study, researchers found that cumulative doses of oral steroids in patients with chronic inflammatory diseases are associated with increased hypertension (blood pressure) for those who take them on a regular basis.

2020-03-23T07:20:12.058982+00:00 IST