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Image: Three dimensional structure of apolipoprotein E (APOE) (Photo courtesy of the Protein Data Bank).

Simple Blood Test Can Predict Dementia Risk

A new biomarker has been identified that can predict the risk of developing dementia by way of a simple blood test which in the long term could mean better prevention and at least postponement of the illness and at best evading the development all together.  More...
16 Feb 2015

Potential Biomarkers for High-Risk Colon Cancer Discovered

A new study has discovered unique metastasis-specific microRNA signatures in primary colorectal cancers that could predict prognosis and distant metastasis, helping physicians suggest more effective therapies.  More...
08 Feb 2015
Image: Micrograph of a testicular seminoma with histologic characteristics of a seminoma, clear cytoplasm with a central nucleus (‘fried egg-like cells’) (Photo courtesy of Nephron).

Genes Linked to Drug Resistance in Testicular Cancer

Several new genetic mutations have been revealed that could drive testicular cancer. In addition, a gene has been identified, which may contribute to tumors becoming resistant to current treatments.   More...
03 Feb 2015
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Mutated Gene Biomarker Identified for Rare Adrenal Tumors

A mutation in a gene has been found that may serve as a biomarker for the rare adrenal tumors pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas that become malignant.  More...
03 Feb 2015
Image: A psoriatic plaque, showing a silvery center surrounded by a reddened border (Photo courtesy of Dr. James Heilman).

Proteins Likely to Trigger Psoriasis Identified

Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disease characterized by well-demarcated areas of red, raised and scaly skin next to areas of normal-appearing skin and is an autoimmune disease where the body launches an abnormal immune response against its own tissues.   More...
03 Feb 2015
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Dominant Gene Mutation Causes Incurable Eye Disorder

Retinitis pigmentosa damages the retina and its early symptoms include decreased night vision and peripheral vision and once it starts, the loss of vision is relentlessly progressive, often ending in blindness.  More...
02 Feb 2015
Image: A mature Plasmodium ovale trophozoite in a thin blood film (Photo courtesy of the CDC – US Centers for Disease control and Prevention).

Neglected Malaria Subspecies Characterized by Novel Molecular Assay

Plasmodium ovale subspecies are similar based on morphology and geographical distribution, but allelic differences indicate that P. ovale curtisi and P. ovale wallikeri are genetically divergent.  More...
26 Jan 2015
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