Wisconsin scientists develop quick botox test
...nt of drugs that act like a prophylactic to confer protection from botulinum poisoning. The new tests, according to Chapman, can be conducted with ordinary lab equipment. It works by introducing into cells bioluminescent proteins whose glow is extinguished in the presence of the toxin. The tests are capable of...Researchers ID chlorophyll-regulating gene
...ants provided a long-term survival benefit through protection from predators and hostile surface conditions," said Quail. "The true test of our hypothesis would be to verify whether primitive plants have the PIF1 gene, and whether the gene is functional." The finding may also have implications for ag...Certain genes boost fish oils' protection against breast cancer
...common DNA patterns experienced more breast cancer protection from marine n-3 fatty acids than women with other common patterns," explained Manuela Gago-Dominguez, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of preventive medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC and the study's lead author. Findings came from the Si...UAF scientists discover new marine habitat in Alaska
...hs in Alaska is likely to fuel the debate over the protection of seafloor habitats. "Now that we found them, we want to find more of these beds and learn precisely what their role in the Alaska marine ecosystem is," said Konar. Mike Foster, professor emeritus at Moss Landing Marine Laboratory in Califo...DuPont introduces in-home personal protection from dangers of hurricanes
...evlar that is engineered to help provide residents protection from the dangers of hurricanes. According to we...ere weather expert Warren Faidley, preparation and protection are the best plan for surviving when weather becomes life-threatening. "As a journalist, I've record...Genetic modification of linseed produces healthier omega 3 and 6 fatty acids
...o to a variety of other health benefits, including protection against inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome and some cancers, and the promotion of healthy brain and eye development in infants. Scientists have been working on engineering the production of the very long chain PUFA in p...JCI table of contents September 15, 2004
...transplantation on the retinal vasculature and the protection the cones. The commentary also discusses the therapeutic potential using the strategy presented. TITLE: Rescue of retinal degeneration by intravitreally injected adult bone marrowderived lineage-negative hematopoietic stem cells AUTHOR CONTACT: Mart...Genetically modified bacterium as remedy for intestinal diseases
...the Lactococcus. TFF play an important role in the protection and healing of the epithelium - the inner wall - of the stomach- intestinal system. They also play a role in the construction of the stomach-intestinal tract. This structural function ensures that TFF never arrives in the intestine through oral admin...ConocoPhillips & Conservation International launch 'Biodiversity Action Plan' in Venezuela
...ersity Action Plan' (BAP) to promote environmental protection and regional economic development as part of the company's oil production strategy in Venezuela's Gulf of Paria. Home to over 200 species of mollusks, 50 species of crustaceans and at least 400 species of fishes - including the discovery of seven n...DuPont developing new protective suits for military, first responders
...roughout the country are saying they need improved protection from weapons of mass destruction without compromising the weight and existing protection of their turnout gear," said Dale Outhous, DuPont Personal Protection business director. "We believ...JCI table of contents: 1 September, 2004
...dicated that the mechanism by which NF-kB provided protection was that it blocked damaged cells in the young lun...p50, a part of the NF-kB complex, is necessary for protection from hyperoxic damage. They then created a mouse that lacked the p50 protein, and found that the p50...NHGRI launches Centers for Excellence in Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications Research
...n genetic research, including issues regarding the protection of human subjects in research. After first surveyi...n, data and materials sharing, patenting, database protection and other practices that may affect the flow of information in genomics research. Research pertainin...Critically endangered monkey species plummets more than 50 percent since 1994
...vation groups are working to increase the level of protection of the protected areas to ensure the survival of the species. The Delacour's langur is so rare, that is was first described by science only in 1932. Until the late 1980s, there was virtually no information about the existence and distribution of the ...First clinical study of new pediatric croup vaccine shows safety, tolerability in adults
...mune responses, which together may provide durable protection from hPIV-1. In cellular immunity, special cells, ...y humans," Hurwitz said. "Yet it provided lifelong protection against smallpox and eradicated this disease from the human population in the 1970s. We hope that Se...Genetically-engineered 'marathon mouse' keeps on running
... distance runners, for example, possess a level of protection against weight gain even when they are not exercis...-enhancing drug, they showed a virtually identical protection against weight gain, said Evans. The genetically altered mice also had lower levels of intramuscular...New understanding of the machinery of flinching
...y a longer defensive response more directed toward protection from a threat. By measuring the electrical activity of the animals' eye muscles during the response, the researchers could follow it in greater detail. Significantly, they found that the initial startle response was unaffected by the drug, as were th...Scientists identify compounds that mimic calorie restriction
...cal exposure, and the investigators found that the protection afforded by calorie restriction in normal mice was lost in PPARalpha-mutant mice. "PPARalpha may be one of a handful of receptors that play important roles in mediating the beneficial effects of calorie restriction. Our findings could be used to take...New survey reveals insights into unique relationship between mothers and pediatricians
...hots children are getting without compromising the protection against serious childhood diseases. Today's complicated immunization schedule calls for as many as six shots per visit--which can be traumatic for both moms and babies. I encourage moms to ask pediatricians about options to reduce that number." C...Education, monitoring vital for sport-fish eaters
...d nutritional benefits, such as the cardiovascular protection afforded by its Omega-3 fatty acids," says Cole, the lead researcher for the study, published in the July edition of Environmental Research. "We attempted to collect and analyze data that would assist people in maximizing the benefits of fish consump...8 environmental stewards win $900,000 in biodiversity awards
...ks was endangering penguins. He also works for the protection of some animals unfamiliar to the rest of the world, including the guanaco (a New World relative of the camel) that is hunted for dogfood, and the ostrichlike rhea. Harris is also a wildlife artist and writer. Mengistu Wondafrash , an ornithologist ...