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Newswise: Texas a&M AgriLife Home to World’s Top Animal Science Researchers, According to research.com
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Texas a&M AgriLife Home to World’s Top Animal Science Researchers, According to research.com
Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife home to world’s top animal science researchers, according to Research.com

Newswise: New Alzheimer's Studies Reveal Disease Biology, Risk for Progression, and the Potential for a Novel Blood Test
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
New Alzheimer's Studies Reveal Disease Biology, Risk for Progression, and the Potential for a Novel Blood Test
Indiana University

Two new papers by an international team of researchers demonstrate that evaluating microRNAs in blood can be used not only to diagnose mild cognitive impairment (MCI) but also to predict the conversion from MCI to dementia due to Alzheimer's disease.

Newswise: Cucumber's Secret: Decoding the Metabolic Role of CsNADP-ME2
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Cucumber's Secret: Decoding the Metabolic Role of CsNADP-ME2
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A recent study has uncovered the pivotal role of the enzyme CsNADP-ME2 (NADP-dependent malic enzyme, NADP-ME) in cucumbers, controlling the delicate balance between carbon and amino acid metabolism within the fruit. This intricate metabolic process directly impacts fruit development, yield, and nutritional quality, highlighting CsNADP-ME2 as a promising target for enhancing crop performance and food quality through metabolic engineering.

Newswise: UM School of Medicine Establishes Three New Endowed Professorships through Maryland E-Nnovation Awards and UMB Matching Funds
Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:05 PM EDT
UM School of Medicine Establishes Three New Endowed Professorships through Maryland E-Nnovation Awards and UMB Matching Funds
University of Maryland School of Medicine

University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) Dean Mark T. Gladwin, announced today that the School of Medicine has been awarded $2 million in matching funds from the Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund (MEIF), administered by the Maryland Department of Commerce. The funds, totaling $4 million when combined with UMB qualified funding, will enable the establishment of three endowed research professorships.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
Addressing Researcher Harassment: A Fireside Chat and Panel Discussion to Launch New Researcher Support Tools
George Washington University

Researchers across disciplines are facing unprecedented levels of intimidation and harassment from external actors who aim to discredit, delay, or end their work altogether.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
New Poll from The George Washington University and HarrisX: Confidence in American Government and Institutions Returns to Levels from Early Biden Years, But Bipartisanship Demands Remain Unmet
George Washington University

The Society of Presidential Pollsters Founder, Mark Penn, Will Discuss "American Government in the 21st Century" Annual Poll Results ...

Released: 18-Sep-2024 12:00 PM EDT
George Washington University Law School Selected to Provide AI Training to Federal Government
George Washington University

George Washington University Law School Selected to Provide AI Training to Federal Government ...

12-Sep-2024 4:00 PM EDT
American Society of Nephrology Releases Kidney Health Guidance on the Management of Obesity in Persons with Kidney Diseases
American Society of Nephrology (ASN)

To promote high-quality, person-directed care across the spectrum of kidney health and diseases the American Society of Nephrology (ASN) is releasing its inaugural Kidney Health Guidance (KHG) on the Management of Obesity in Persons Living with Kidney Diseases in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN) on September 18, 2024.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
UChicago Medicine and Pritzker School of Medicine Receive AAMC's Prestigious National Award for Community Engagement
University of Chicago Medical Center

UChicago Medicine and the Pritzker School of Medicine received the Association of American Medical College's Spencer Foreman Award for Outstanding Community Engagement, recognizing their service through medical education, research and clinical care.

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Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Cedars-Sinai Expert in Genetics of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Awarded 2024 Sherman Prize for Pioneering Achievements
Cedars-Sinai

Dermot McGovern, MD, PhD, director of Translational Research in the F. Widjaja Inflammatory Bowel Disease Institute at Cedars-Sinai, has been awarded the prestigious Sherman Prize for his pioneering work in advancing understanding of the genetic architecture of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and applying that knowledge to deliver personalized medicine to patients.

Newswise: MSK Research Highlights September 18, 2024
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
MSK Research Highlights September 18, 2024
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

New research from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) uses saturation genome editing to better understanding of the RAD51C gene, which has been linked to higher risks of breast and ovarian cancer; sheds new light on brain metastasis; and finds a commercially available contrast dye could help surgeons better separate cancer from healthy tissue.

Newswise: Greenhouse Gains: Cucumbers Get a Genetic Upgrade Through Innovative Pollen Tech
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Greenhouse Gains: Cucumbers Get a Genetic Upgrade Through Innovative Pollen Tech
Chinese Academy of Sciences

Researchers have achieved a groundbreaking advancement in plant biotechnology by using a magnetofected pollen gene delivery system to genetically transform cucumbers. This cutting-edge method uses DNA-coated magnetic nanoparticles to introduce foreign genes into pollen, producing genetically modified seeds without the need for traditional tissue culture or regeneration steps. This technique significantly streamlines and accelerates crop genetic modification, opening up new avenues to boost agricultural productivity and resilience.

Newswise: Blooming Revelations: Hydrangea Study Unveils Genetic Treasures for Flora Enthusiasts
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Blooming Revelations: Hydrangea Study Unveils Genetic Treasures for Flora Enthusiasts
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A pivotal study has mapped the genetic blueprint of Hydrangea macrophylla, uncovering the molecular foundations behind its stunning ornamental features. This genetic deep dive not only revolutionizes the breeding of this beloved garden staple but also provides fresh insights into the evolution of the Asterid clade, one of the largest families of flowering plants.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
Will Banning Self-Preferencing in Digital Markets Help or Hurt?
University of Maryland, Robert H. Smith School of Business

Self-preferencing by large tech companies, like Amazon, faces scrutiny, with Congress considering the AICOA and OAMA bills to restrict the practice. A UMD Smith expert suggests these regulations could unintentionally raise consumer prices by reducing competition between sellers.

   
Newswise: NIH-Led Studies Point to Potential Development of a Cataract Drug
Released: 18-Sep-2024 11:05 AM EDT
NIH-Led Studies Point to Potential Development of a Cataract Drug
NIH, National Eye Institute (NEI)

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators have identified a protein, known as RNF114, that reverses cataracts, a clouding of the eye’s lens that occurs commonly in people as they age.

13-Sep-2024 1:05 PM EDT
Nonfatal Opioid Overdoses in Youth Spiked During Pandemic
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Drug overdose mortality has risen faster among adolescents than the general population in recent years, largely due to fentanyl, a potent opioid pain medication. A new study published in JAMA sheds light on trends in nonfatal opioid overdoses in youth – an area that was not as well characterized, but key to formulating prevention strategies to save lives.

Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Pink Fund Partners with Northwestern Medicine on New Financial Toxicity Screening Study
Pink Fund

Pink Fund is proud to be a partner in the latest study from Northwestern Medicine that, for the first time, uses patient input on how they would like to be screened for financial needs.

Newswise: American Thoracic Society Announces Platinum Status from GuideStar
Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
American Thoracic Society Announces Platinum Status from GuideStar
American Thoracic Society (ATS)

We are excited to announce that the American Thoracic Society has achieved GuideStar Platinum Status. As a 501c3 non-profit organization, the ATS leverages donations to further its mission to accelerate global innovation to advance respiratory health through multidisciplinary collaboration, education and advocacy.

Newswise: The hidden metabolic landscape: unraveling the genetic underpinnings of Artemisia annua
Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
The hidden metabolic landscape: unraveling the genetic underpinnings of Artemisia annua
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A recent study study has revealed critical insights into the metabolic landscape of Artemisia annua, a plant essential for artemisinin production, the cornerstone of malaria treatment. Researchers investigated a mutant strain with developmental defects in glandular secretory trichomes (GSTs), which are vital for artemisinin synthesis. The study uncovered severe disruptions in the plant’s metabolic pathways, notably hindering artemisinin and other key secondary metabolites. These findings could pave the way for enhanced strategies to boost artemisinin yield, potentially transforming malaria treatment.

Newswise: The Wildlife Conservation Society Launches Digitized Department of Tropical Research Film Collection
Released: 18-Sep-2024 10:05 AM EDT
The Wildlife Conservation Society Launches Digitized Department of Tropical Research Film Collection
Wildlife Conservation Society

The WCS Library and Archives, based at the Bronx Zoo, released its newly digitized Department of Tropical Research (DTR) Film Collection. The project was funded by the Council on Library and Information Resources’ (CLIR) Recordings at Risk grant, supported by the Mellon Foundation.

   


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