Novel therapies show promise against myeloid leukemia
... inorganic chemical compound) have separately been proven very effective in treating acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). In an attempt to further improve rates of clinical remission (CR) and long-term disease-free survival (DFS), researchers at the Shanghai Institute of Hematology recently compared differe...Protein-hungry cells 'go fishing,' report Purdue biologists
...to isolate for this study." Membrane proteins have proven to be notoriously difficult to study (see related articles), but Cramer's team has had a string of successful research on these molecules, which perform many functions related to metabolism in living things. "If we can find out more about how these m...NIST chemist receives rare forensics award
...needed for a definitive identification,* which has proven useful in analyzing damaged or degraded DNA (see http://www.nist.gov/public_affairs/newsfromnist_DNA.htm ). Butler is the author of a leading textbook in the field, and in 2002 he received the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engin...New pathway found to enhance cancer treatment
...ndividuals. However, thus far retinoids have only proven to be useful toward a small subset of cancer types in people. "We were surprised at how much better retinoids worked in RIP140-free cells," said Michael Spinella, PhD, assistant professor of pharmacology and toxicology and a member of the Norris Co...Elusive cancer killer's deep-sea hideout discovered after a nearly 20-year hunt
...which has not yet been given an official name, has proven in one test of cancer-fighting potential to be about 400 times more potent than Taxol, a widely used treatment for breast and other forms of cancer. As important, preliminary experiments have also shown the compound to be fairly non-toxic to normal c...University of Pittsburgh scientist honored for major accomplishment in cancer research
...virus has pirated several cellular genes that have proven useful in understanding the properties of other tumor viruses. "We are studying the genes in KSHV to gain insights into the processes in cells that lead to cancer," Dr. Chang said. "The virus carries genetic material that causes cancer into cells....Young cancer researchers honored
...virus has pirated several cellular genes that have proven useful in understanding the properties of other tumor viruses. "We are studying the genes in KSHV to gain insights into the processes in cells that lead to cancer," Dr. Chang said. "The virus carries genetic material that causes cancer into cells. W...Dartmouth study advances prion disease research
...a catalyst for transformation. "It has been well proven that nucleic acids, including RNA, are not part of the infectious agent, so it's an ironic twist that a catalyst for the reaction may be RNA," said Supattapone. He emphasized, however, that the findings are consistent with the "protein-only" hypothe...Scientists determine identity, cell locale and quantity of nearly all proteins in an organism
...st, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, an organism that has proven to be a good model for understanding basic biology of human cells. About one third of the yeast's genes are shared by humans, and each yeast cell contains a nucleus and other basic organelles that function in humans cells. By scrutinizing only one pr...DuPont and NREL to develop world's first integrated 'bio-refinery'
...U.S. agricultural economy," he said. "DuPont has a proven ability to take great ideas, work to make them more cost effective, and move them into the marketplace," Pacheco said. "The combined capabilities and years of research expertise of both DuPont and NREL creates what we believe is an ideal partnership...Healthy neighbors rescue degenerating motor neurons
... that are dying. Although we have not definitively proven it, our findings strongly suggest that SOD1 mutations in non-neuronal cells can transmit symptoms of the disease to normal motor neurons. And conversely, when motor neurons have the mutation, healthy non-neuronal cells appear to be able to rescue t...Purdue biologists' spotlight solves mysteries of photosynthesis, metabolism
... to obtain their structure, membrane proteins have proven difficult because they do not dissolve in water, a crucial step in the crystallization process. "This difficulty has left a gap in our knowledge of membrane proteins, which total about 30 percent of the proteins in living things," Cramer said. "After...Thorough, searchable database of human proteins unveiled
...fy other proteins. It includes only experimentally proven or widely accepted facts about the proteins, without mixing in computer-generated predictions the way some other databases do, says Pandey. The online database is also easy to use, in large part because those who designed it are experts in both co...New study shows why hypertension affects black males disproportionately
...rch team from Columbia and Howard Universities has proven that indeed such differences exist. Moreover, as changes in these regions may be antecedent markers of HT, a safe, relatively inexpensive screening and detection program should be considered to target individuals at risk. Such early screening may hel...Harvard Medical School launches new department to study human biology at the level of whole systems
... the world's most innovative cell biologists and a proven builder of new departments, I would expect this new endeavor to have a profound impact on biology over the long term." This department will consist of newly recruited faculty from areas such as mathematics, computer sciences, physics, and engineering...Bracing is less effective in overweight teens with scoliosis
... back brace, the most commonly prescribed and only proven non-surgical treatment for curvature of the spine, say researchers from the Johns Hopkins Children's Center. In a study of 276 adolescents with the most common form of scoliosis, the overweight were more than twice as likely as those of normal weight...World Parks Congress: Legacy of sustainable development continues with Brazilian reserve
DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA (SEPT. 10, 2003)-- A proven model of sustainable development is the foundation for the newly established Piagau-Purus Sustainable Development Reserve in Brazil--one of six reserves recently created by the Amazonas State Government. The new reserve--supporting a number of local...ITA to AMA: Taxing tanning sends wrong health message to teens
...ing teens who participate in an activity which has proven health benefits, we should be educating them about responsible UV exposure," said Dan Humiston, who serves as ITA president and is the owner of Tanning Bed Ltd. in West Seneca, New York. "In early October experts from around the world will gather at ...New clinical study uncovers mechanism by which chromium picolinate may enhance insulin sensitivity
... the most clinically tested brand of chromium with proven efficacy for support of glucose metabolism. "This new research further supports the large body of scientific evidence showing chromium picolinate is a safe and effective addition to the diet for people with type 2 diabetes seeking optimal control of...Zengen's new technology first to deliver drug active ingredients in an oral strip
...e of active material. Previous technologies have proven too harsh, exposing the medical compound to extreme heat, moisture, compromising solvents and other irritants. With the creation of Chloraseptic Relief Strips, Zengen has established a new process which prevents the exposure to these harmful irritan...