Researchers identified changes in two genes that increase the risk of developing Tourette syndrome. The results suggest new targets to study for potential treatments.
Immune cells recognize and react to alpha-synuclein, the protein that builds up in the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease. The finding suggests immune system involvement in the disease.
Researchers identified symptom-causing mutations in people with severe atopic dermatitis, or eczema. The findings suggest a treatment strategy, and trials are being planned.
May 2, 2017 —
For people with type 1 diabetes, researchers suggest a new eye exam schedule based on their individual risk level for diabetic retinopathy, a vision-threatening eye disease.
May 2, 2017 —
A wearable device measures salt levels in sweat to diagnose patients with cystic fibrosis. The device could be adapted for other uses as well.
May 2, 2017 —
A series of experiments with men in a space flight program and mice overturns long-held beliefs about thirst and reveals how the body controls its salt and water balance.
April 25, 2017 —
Researchers found a rise in the rate of new cases of diabetes in youths under the age of 20. Understanding why certain youths are more at risk may help inform future prevention and treatment efforts.
April 25, 2017 —
A gene-silencing drug improved symptoms in mouse models of ataxia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The results suggest a possible therapy for these untreatable neurological diseases.
April 25, 2017 —
Scientists developed a CRISPR-based tool that can detect tiny amounts of Zika and Dengue virus, distinguish pathogenic bacteria, and identify DNA variations.
April 18, 2017 —
Research in mice showed that a seemingly innocuous virus can provoke immune responses to a dietary protein. The findings suggest how patients with Celiac disease may develop a response to gluten.
April 18, 2017 —
Treatment with a monoclonal antibody cured guinea pigs and rhesus monkeys in late stages of infection with the Ebola-related viruses Marburg and Ravn. Researchers are now working to advance the treatment to clinical studies.
April 18, 2017 —
Stem cells grown on a polymer scaffold helped repair torn rotator cuff tendons in rats. The findings could lead to improved methods of repairing rotator cuff tears in people.
