A prickly subject: The sea urchin genome is sequenced
... us of the underlying unity of all life on earth," notes Erica Sodergren, Ph.D., co-leader of the sequencing project. At MDIBL, Dr. Coffman is hoping to exploit that unity to ultimately find new treatments for human diseases and is studying a sea urchin member of one of those shared families of genes know...Decoded sea urchin genome shows surprising relationship to man
... us of the underlying unity of all life on earth," notes Sodergren, co-leader of the project. "It is a similar set of genes and proteins being reused in different ways, different numbers, and at different times in the life cycle to create the diversity of living forms." The sea urchin genome was one of th...Common cause of heart disease, diabetes may be treatable with malaria drug
...t go awry in autoimmune disorders like arthritis," notes Semenkovich. "Chloroquine is sometimes used to treat autoimmune conditions like lupus and arthritis. Our studies provide further evidence for links between oxidative stress, inflammatory processes and common human diseases such as type 2 diabetes." ...Einstein researchers demonstrate a novel approach to treating AIDS
... Dr. Goldstein, also a senior author of the study, notes that radioimmunotherapy might be particularly useful for people newly exposed to HIV, such as healthcare workers with needlestick injuries. "Studies show that giving highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) to people within 24 hours of exposure t...UCSD scientists establish connection between life today and ancient changes in ocean chemistry
...cal evolution still observable today." The group notes that, "such studies linking the study of the earth sciences with that of the life sciences are limited and certainly no one has previously looked at this exciting area from the perspective of protein structure. We hope this will encourage others to u...Using an activated-carbon filtering pitcher significantly reduces chemicals in tap water
...no need to subject water to additional treatment," notes the researcher. "However, if I lived in a place where there were regular notifications to boil water or if I knew the water contained high levels of HAAs, I'd consider using home water-treatment devices," concludes Rodriguez....Research linking Ashkenazi Jews and breast cancer genes beset by problems
...sity College of Physicians & Surgeons researchers, notes that while three recognized breast cancer mutations are present in two-three percent of the Ashkenazi Jewish population, similar prevalence studies have not been carried out in other ethnic groups. In addition, the study finds that research linking t...ASU researchers test antibacterial effects of healing clays
...no effect. Williams reviewed the mother's work and notes that "Line Brunet de Courssou was a careful observer." However, Madame Brunet de Courssou was not a scientist. The mother, who is now deceased, approached the WHO in 2002 at its fifth advisory group meeting on Buruli ulcer, having documented more tha...New study warns against linking ethnic identity to breast cancer genes
...sity College of Physicians & Surgeons researchers, notes that while three recognized breast cancer mutations are present in 2-3 percent of the Ashkenazi Jewish population, similar prevalence studies have not been carried out in other ethnic groups. In addition, the study finds that research linking the br...Pollinators help one-third of the world's food crop production
...ops such as wheat, corn and rice. The NRC report notes that honey bees in North America have been decimated by infestations of parasitic mites that were inadvertently introduced to the United States. In addition, honey bees are battling antibiotic-resistant pathogens and competition from Africanized hone...ACS News Service Weekly PressPac -- Oct. 18, 2006
...tanks in jet planes and even dental health, Everts notes in the article. While scientists still do not know all of the secrets behind bacterial conversations, they are moving closer toward stopping some of bacteria's most harmful effects, according to the article. ARTICLE #5"Bacterial Conversations" FO...Steep oxygen decline halted first land colonization by Earth's sea creatures
...r of biology and of Earth and space sciences. He notes that atmospheric oxygen rose sharply at the end of the Silurian period about 415 million years ago, to reach a level of about 22 percent of the atmosphere, similar to today's oxygen content. But 55 million years later, atmospheric oxygen levels sank ...USC groups present at Neuroscience 2006
...ighly unlikely, repeating combinations of specific notes separated by a constant time interval. In addition to Mozart, the composers were Alexander Scriabin, known for his manic-depressive tendencies; Robert Schumann, almost certainly schizophrenic; and Johann Sebastian Bach and Franz Josef Haydn, both ...Structure of enzyme offers treatment clues for diabetes, Alzheimer's
...ealing IDE's active site in unprecedented detail," notes the commentary, "the new structures provided by Tang and coworkers hold great promise for finally realizing Mirsky's dream." ...Genes and diet linked to risk factors for heart disease
...trition and Genomics Laboratory at the USDA HNRCA, notes that "previous research points to polyunsaturated ...re thought to influence risk of heart disease. Lai notes that "although obesity is a known contributing factor to heart disease, the association was strength...Fruit juice intake among preschool children not associated with weight
...onutrients not found in other foods or beverages," notes Taylor. Consumed in moderation, 100 percent fruit juices provide an excellent complement to whole fruit intake and can play a vital role in increasing total fruit consumption in preschooler's diets....Identifying the 'nuclear' in nuclear medicine as high benefit
...ism weapon because it instills considerable fear," notes Links. To counter "the terror of terrorism," Links suggests integrating excellent crisis communication with every disaster plan created. Public safety and health officials need to communicate with the public about what safeguards are in place to prev...Study links receptor to stress-induced alcohol relapse
...ats, but had no effect on normal rats. Dr. Heilig notes that NIAAA and other NIH institutes have begun to develop antalarmin for human use. "Our findings demonstrate that the Crhr1 genotype and its expression interact with environmental stress to reinstate alcohol-seeking behavior in this animal model of...Bacteria for better ice cream and artificial snow no longer depends on trek to poles
...t what genes are responsible for this attraction," notes Dr Walker, who is internationally known for her work with insect resistance to environmental and chemical stressors. "Our findings will help to decrease the costs involved in further discovery of such bacteria, since scientists will no longer need...... for opioid abuse and alcohol dependence. Thayer notes that addictions once were regarded largely as weaknesses in character or will. A better scientific understanding of addiction is slowly changing that mindset and leading to a wider exploration of medication-based treatments. Thayer points out, howeve...