July 15, 2022
Intrigued by the properties of ion channel proteins commonly observed in cells, researchers have developed the first synthetic mechanosensitive potassium channel using a newly developed aromatic fluorinated amphiphilic cyclophane. Displaying both 'stimuli responsiveness' and 'selective ion transport' abilities, their new ion channel could open new doors for the future therapeutic and industrial usage of synthetic mechanosensitive channels.
Opening new doors: First synthetic mechanosensitive potassium channel
July 15, 2022
Congress has allocated $4 million to enable the NIH to award administrative supplements for the Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women’s Health (BIRCWH) program. The monies are to be used to support one additional K12 scholar at each site. NIH encourages institutions to select potential scholars from diverse backgrounds, including those from groups underrepresented in biomedical research. This is a limited competition and only current BIRCWH Program awardee institutions are eligible to apply. The BIRCWH Program is an institutional K award (K12) where the mentored scholars, who are appointed by the PIs of the grant, are early careers scientists who have no existing R01 awards. Applicants should refer to PA-20-272 for overall application guidance. Please note, NIH encourages applications from groups that are underrepresented in the biomedical, clinical, behavioral and social sciences (NOT-OD-20-031). Description of circumstances for which administrative supplements are available.
July 15, 2022
When it comes to melanoma, a potentially deadly type of skin cancer, there isn’t equality between the biological sexes. When melanoma has spread from its original location (metastasized), male patients don’t live as long as female patients. Melanoma in males is also more likely to become resistant to several commonly used treatments for the disease.
Androgen Receptor May Explain Sex Differences in Melanoma Treatment Response
July 14, 2022
A Purdue professor is sharing his gratitude for a recent financial contribution to his research lab. The one time gift will allow the lab's cancer research to increase significantly.
Purdue cancer research lab receives $8.5 million estate gift
July 14, 2022
A novel, disease-modifying therapy for Alzheimer's disease may involve the whole exchange of blood, which effectively decreased the formation of amyloid plaque in the brains of mice, according to a new study.
Whole blood exchange could offer disease-modifying therapy for Alzheimer's disease
July 14, 2022
Adding erythropoietin to cooling therapy for term newborns with birth asphyxia has no benefit over cooling therapy alone, a new study shows. The findings contrast with results from small trials in which erythropoietin appeared safe and effective.
July 14, 2022
Livestock diseases will be better managed by incorporating the behaviors of individual farmers into national infection control policies, according to new research.
Consider farmers at individual level when controlling livestock disease outbreaks
July 14, 2022
In a new proof-of-concept study researchers are pioneering the use of a unique Artificial Intelligence-based deep learning model as an assistive tool for the rapid and accurate reading of ultrasound images.
Using AI to diagnose birth defect in fetal ultrasound images
July 14, 2022
New research reveals that, rather than being influenced only by environmental conditions, deep subsurface microbial communities can transform because of geological movements. The findings advance our understanding of subsurface microorganisms, which comprise up to half of all living material on the planet.
Geological activity can rapidly change deep microbial communities
July 14, 2022
Women tend to live longer than men but typically have higher rates of illness. Now, new research suggests these higher rates of illness can be improved by a better diet, one that is high in pigmented carotenoids such as yams, kale, spinach, watermelon, bell peppers, tomatoes, oranges and carrots.
Women already live longer. They can live better with an improved diet
