Tag: Research
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Scientists Publish Finding on Cause, Progression of Endometriosis
Chair of Obstetrics and Gynecology says discovery will help scientists understand one of the major causes of female infertility.
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Device That Protects Against HIV, Pregnancy Enters Clinical Trial
An intravaginal ring, developed by Northwestern scientist Patrick Kiser, is the first device to be tested in women with the potential to protect against HIV, herpes and unwanted pregnancy.
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Protein’s Crystal Structure Reveals Role in Life-Threatening Bacteria
The Center for Structural Genomics of Infectious Diseases has revealed the crystal structure of Enterococcus faecalis protein EF1143, a previously uncharacterized protein that is important for the growth of this life-threatening antibiotic-resistant pathogen.
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Patients with Hypertension Benefit From Coordinated Care Approach
David Liss, PhD, found that more comprehensive primary care reduced specialist referrals in patients with treated hypertension, helping to ensure that specialists are seeing the patients who would benefit most from their expertise.
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INVO Partners with Pediatric Research Center to Provide Invention Support
The new agreement seeks to increase commercialization of inventions that improve pediatric health.
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CD73 Research Could Lead to Cancer Drug
Part of the $8 million multinational TumAdoR project, the study investigates the CD73 enzyme, which is overexpressed in many different forms of the disease.
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Scientists Discover Gene with Role in Inflammation
Christian Stehlik and colleagues have learned how the molecular sensors that detect viruses and trigger defensive inflammatory responses are controlled.
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New Sitting Risk: Disability After 60
Study is the first to show sedentary behavior is its own risk factor for disability, separate from lack of moderate vigorous physical activity.
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New Imaging Technique Can Diagnose Common Heart Condition
The technique, used to measure blood flow in the heart and vessels, can also diagnose bicuspid aortic valve, a common congenital abnormality, and may lead to better prediction of complications.
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NUPOC Scientists Bringing New Technology to Developing World
Yeongchi Wu, MD, has spent more than a decade perfecting a sustainable and cost-effective manner to create prosthetics and orthotics in the developing world.
