Diabetic tissue damage may be explained by controversial theory
A controversial theory about how diabetes causes extensive tissue damage will appear in the November issue of Diabetes. At stake in the heated debate over the theory are researchers’ efforts to find new ways to reduce loss of vision, kidney failure, heart damage and other side effects of diabetes.
Scientists close in on nerve proteins’ contributions to memory and hearing loss
In a finding that may one day help researchers better understand age-related memory and hearing loss, scientists have shown that two key nervous system proteins interact in a manner that helps regulate the transmission of signals in the nervous system.
Minimally invasive cure for heart abnormality proven effective
Results from the first reported clinical trial testing the procedure appeared in The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
Haunting history
Photo by Tim ParkerDavid Goodwin wrote the book Ghosts of Jefferson Barracks, which traces the history and hauntings of the supernatural at the military post.
WUSTL key contributor to finished human genome sequence
University researchers and their international colleagues have published the scientific description of the finished human genome.
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New gene may be link in cancer-causing chain
“We believe we may have identified a new oncogene,” says investigator Guojun Bu; findings will be reported the journal Oncogene.
Modified parasite may lead to vaccine
Leishmania major is a parasite that infects approximately 12 million people worldwide, causing significant death and disfigurement.
Genetic depression study needs family volunteers
Researchers are recruiting people to participate in an international study designed to uncover the genetic basis of major depression.
Leuthardt named ‘Top Young Innovator’
The distinction is awarded each year to 100 individuals under age 35 whose innovative work in technology has a profound impact on the world.
Master of reconstruction
It’s just after dawn on a Wednesday morning as breast reconstruction specialist Keith E. Brandt, M.D., and his surgical team of residents, fellows and nurses prepare a patient for reconstructive breast surgery. An iPod loaded with more than 500 classic rock songs plays lightly in the background as the team begins the procedure. Years ago […]
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