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- Read more about Scientist identify Gene Mutation Linked To Aggressive Form Of Brain Cancer ‘Anaplastic Oligodendroglioma’
Scientists identified a gene by whose mutation is linked to the development of an aggressive form of brain cancer. An error in a gene called TCF12 is associated with more aggressive forms of a disease called anaplastic oligodendroglioma. The TCF 12 is the genetic code for a protein that binds to DNA and controls the activity of other genes. The study published in the journal Nature Communications.
- Read more about Single Vaccine shot of Cervarix may be sufficient to Prevent Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer is the fourth commonest cause of cancer among women, and tragically is often diagnosed too late. Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops in a woman's cervix (the entrance to the womb from the vagina). It is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) which is easily spread by sexual intercourse. Cervarix is a vaccine against certain types of cancer-causing human papillomavirus (HPV). Currently, Cervarix, which with another vaccine, Gardasil, is being rolled out to shield young people from HPV. A new study has found that a single vaccine shot, rather than the recommended triple dose, may be enough to protect women against cervical cancer. The new research is published in the The Lancet Oncology.
- Read more about Increased restless legs syndrome (rls) related to increased risk of stroke
A new study suggests, severe restless legs syndrome (RLS) is related with subsequent increased risk of stroke. Factors which cause increased RLS severity are age, smoking, hypertension and unhealthy diet.
- Read more about For abdominal infections antibiotic treatment duration can be reduced
A new study says, duration of antibiotic treatment for complicated abdominal infections can be cut by half and remain equally effective. and prevent development of antibiotic-resistant superbugs. The results were detailed out online in New England Journal of Medicine.
- Read more about Behaviors to autism spectrum disorder are more in boys than in girls
A new research claims, Autism Spectrum Disorder More Frequently Observed in Boys Than in Girls. The study was published in the journal Molecular Autism.

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects social interaction, communication, interests and behaviour. The study followed a large sample of boys and girls at high-risk for the disorder and other children at low risk beginning before 18 months of age. One in four high-risk boys were identified with the disorder at three years, compared to one in 10 high-risk girls.
- Read more about World's first paper-based drug test developed
Finnish researchers have developed the world's first paper-based drug test that enables a rapid analysis of whether a compound, such as morphine, is present in a given sample. Researchers from VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland used antibodies - produced by methods of molecular biology - as morphine sensing molecules to create the drug test printed on paper.
- Read more about Viral history with one drop of blood can be determined by 'virscan test'
The immune system release specific antibodies when it encounters a virus. It can continue to produce those antibodies decades after an infection subsides. VirScan test detects those antibodies and uses them as a window in time to create a blueprint of nearly every virus an individual has encountered. The test, known as VirScan, works by screening the blood for antibodies against any of the 206 species of viruses known to infect humans.Researchers at Columbia University found a DNA-based blood test which can determine a person's entire viral history. This new test can lead to early detection of hepatitis C, certain autoimmune diseases and cancers. This new innovation test only for a single suspected virus. The study appears in Science.
- Read more about Finger-Like Appendages of Astrocytes Called End-Feet Keep the Brain in Healthy Tone
A star-shaped brain cell called an astrocyte appears to help keep blood pressure and blood flow inside the brain on a healthy, report scientists. The finger-like appendages of astrocytes, called end-feet, quite literally wrap around the countless, fragile blood vessels in the brain, constantly monitoring what is going on inside and around them. The paper appeared in The Journal of Neuroscience.
- Read more about Tiny Molecule that outsmarts HIV idntified
In a breakthrough, scientists have identified a tiny molecule that forces the HIV virus to open up and expose its vulnerable parts, allowing the immune system to kill the infected body cells. The finding opens a new path in the fight against HIV and could ultimately lead to the design of a vaccine to prevent transmission of the virus, researchers said.
- Read more about Sweet Sugar based Beverages Cause Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver, Other Chronic Diseases
A study revealed that Drinking sugar-sweetened beverages daily may increase the risk of Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the build up of extra fat in liver cells that is not caused by alcohol. It is normal for the liver to contain some fat. However, if more than 5% - 10% percent of the liver’s weight is fat, then it is called a fatty liver (steatosis).Sugar-sweetened beverages are a major dietary source of fructose, the sugar which is suspected of increasing risk of NAFLD because of how our bodies process it. The study appeared in the Journal of Hepatology.