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24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Heat Regulation Dysfunction May Stop MS Patients from Exercising
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Exercise-induced body temperature increases can make symptoms worse for some patients with multiple sclerosis. Researchers at Southern Methodist explore the underlying causes of the temperature regulation problems so MS patients can better reap the benefits of exercise.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Prematurity Linked to Altered Lung Function During Exercise, High Blood Pressure in Adults
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Some preterm babies have lungs that develop abnormally. While long-term health effects of prematurity are still unclear, researchers have found that adults who were born early may have problems handling the pulmonary demands of exercise.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Coral Reefs Provide Potent New Anti-HIV Proteins
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Researchers have discovered a new class of proteins capable of blocking the HIV virus from penetrating T-cells, raising hope that the proteins could be adapted for use in gels or sexual lubricants to provide a potent barrier against HIV infection.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Breast Cancer, Brain Tumors Not Caused by Viruses
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Breast cancer and brain tumors are not caused by viruses, according to a genetic analysis of more than 4,000 tumors that mapped the linkages between viruses and 19 different types of cancer. Study calls into question some drug trial regimes.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
New Approach Could Save Lives Following Acetaminophen Overdose
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Scientists successfully cure mice of acute liver failure after an overdose of acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol and one of the most commonly used drugs in the United States, by boosting the liver’s ability to heal itself.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Bacteria on the Skin: New Insights on Our Invisible Companions
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Study suggests microbes living on our skin influence how quickly wounds heal. The findings could lead to new treatments for chronic wounds, which affect 1 in 20 elderly people.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Naked Mole Rats and the Secret to Longevity
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

With lifespans of up to 31 years, naked mole rats live decades longer than would be expected based on their size. A new study links their remarkable lifespans to high levels of a quality-control protein, offering new insights on age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Ready, Set, Hot!: Does Warm Weather Play a Role in Football Concussions?
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Heat and dehydration can cause a “perfect storm” of risk factors for concussion among competitive football players. University of Windsor researchers looked at the effects of extreme temperature on concussion rates during NCAA football games.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Road to the Fountain of Youth Paved with Fast Food…and Sneakers?
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Unhealthy lifestyle habits can accelerate the process of senescence (cell death) and the release of damaging substances from dying cells. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic for the first time demonstrate that exercise can prevent or delay this fundamental process of aging.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Pancreatic Tumor-Induced Gene May Prove Beneficial as a Drug Marker
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

A research team at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas says their new mouse model helps scientists better understand the progression of pancreatic cancer and may provide new avenues for the development of therapies.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Higher Calcium Intake May Reduce Body Fat, Mitigating Genetic Risk for Diabetes
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Many African-American children do not get the recommended amount of calcium in their diet. A new study shows African American children with a genetic predisposition to diabetes may mitigate their risk by getting more calcium.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Study Yields Potential Drug Targets for Preeclampsia Patients
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Researchers have found that preeclampsia patients have an overabundance of molecules that send detrimental signals. They also documented poor health outcomes in babies born to moms with the syndrome.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Mite Sets New Record as World’s Fastest Land Animal
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

College student discovers a Southern California mite far outpaces the Australian tiger beetle, the current record-holder for running speed as measured in body lengths per second. By this measure, the mite runs 20 times faster than a cheetah and the equivalent of a person running 1300 miles per hour.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
School Nutrition and Wellness Program Improves Eating Habits, Lowers BMI
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Percentage of overweight or obese children in test school drops from 56 percent to 38 percent over the course of a single school year thanks to a new nutrition program that fits into Common Core standards. Researchers say the program could be adopted nationally at little cost to schools.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Fight Memory Loss with a Smile (or Chuckle)
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

The stress hormone cortisol can negatively affect memory and learning ability in the elderly. Researchers at Loma Linda University found that showing a 20-minute funny video to healthy seniors and seniors with diabetes helped them score better on memory tests and significantly reduced their cortisol levels when compared to non-video watchers.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Connecting Alcohol Use in Adolescence With Risky Behavior in Adulthood
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Study conducted in rats offers clues about how teen drinking alters brain chemistry, suggesting early alcohol use has long-term effects on decision making.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Novel Drug Cocktail May Improve Clinical Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University have developed a potential combination therapy for pancreatic cancer that, when used in mice, is more effective than the chemotherapy drug traditionally used alone.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Can Exercise Help Reduce Methamphetamine Use?
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Researchers from The Scripps Research Institute have new evidence that exercise may help reduce methamphetamine use.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Cartilage, Made to Order
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Scientists have created the first example of living human cartilage grown on a laboratory chip. The researchers ultimately aim to use their innovative 3-D printing approach to create replacement cartilage for patients with osteoarthritis or soldiers with battlefield injuries.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Zinc Supplementation Shows Promise in Reducing Cell Stress After Blasts
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

New research shows that supplementation with zinc might reduce cell stress after the type of blast injury soldiers experience from IEDs.

24-Apr-2014 11:00 AM EDT
Diet Can Predict Cognitive Decline
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Preliminary data from Tufts University researchers suggest that lower dietary consumption of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexanoic acid (DHA) might be risk factors for cognitive decline.

Released: 31-Mar-2014 4:45 PM EDT
Experimental Biology 2014 Programming at a Glance
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Programming highlights from Experimental Biology 2014, April 26-30 in San Diego. Topics include anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, nutrition, and pharmacology.

Released: 27-Feb-2014 4:00 PM EST
Experimental Biology 2014 Programming at a Glance
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Programming highlights from Experimental Biology 2014, April 26-30 in San Diego. Topics include anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, nutrition, and pharmacology.

Released: 30-Jan-2014 11:30 AM EST
Press Passes Available for Experimental Biology 2014 in San Diego
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Six scientific societies will hold their joint scientific sessions and annual meetings, known as Experimental Biology (EB), from April 26-30, 2014, in San Diego. Free registration is available to credentialed representatives of the press, and an onsite newsroom will be available for media.

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
New Mouthpiece Found to Reduce Stress Levels after Strenuous Exercise
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Study finds reduction in cortisol when using new mouthpiece, which may improve post-exercise recovery time

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Regular Exercise Could Reduce Complications of Sickle Cell Trait
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Findings suggest regular exercise might help combat problems likely caused by oxidative stress that increase morbidity and mortality in people with sickle cell trait (SCT). Findings could hold promise for patients with sickle cell disease

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Programming Highlights: American Association of Anatomists Annual Meeting
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Craniofacial birth defects, colorblindness and stem cells in breast milk are among the topics to be covered

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Mental Stress May Be Harder on Women’s Hearts
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

New findings could help explain why women are more likely than men to have coronary symptoms after emotional upsets

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Beyond Apples: A Serving a Day of Dark Chocolate Might Keep the Doctor Away
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Dark chocolate may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by improving glucose levels and lipid profiles

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Don’t Improve Heart’s Ability to Relax and Efficiently Refill with Blood
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Taking an omega-3 supplement daily for three months didn’t change diastolic function in older adults, suggesting that omega-3’s benefits might fall on other aspects of cardiovascular function.

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Fish Oil Could Be Therapy for Periodontal Disease
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

A clinical trial is underway in Australia that is investigating the effects of fish oil as adjunct therapy for periodontitis.

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Come and Get It! Researchers Find Additional Evidence That Families That Eat Together May Be the Healthiest
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Researchers evaluate if scientific evidence supports the idea that more frequent family meals can lead to decreased obesity

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Obstructive Sleep Apnea’s Damage Evident after One Month
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Results obtained using a unique new model finds obstructive sleep apnea’s damage evident after 30 days

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Gut Organisms Could Be Clue in Controlling Obesity Risk
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Mix of microbiota may influence ability to properly sense and respond to a meal

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Timing Is Everything When Using Oxygen to Regenerate Bone
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Tulane researchers are hopeful study results may one day improve amputees’ quality of life

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Making Human Textiles: Research Team Ups the Ante with Development of Blood Vessels Woven From Donor Cells
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Cytograft Tissue Engineering will report on its new efforts to make completely biological replacement blood vessels and tissues

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
Research Shows Why One Bacterial Infection is so Deadly in Cystic Fibrosis
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

Pathogen interferes with important survival process in cells whose job is to fight infection

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
What Did the Scientist Say to the Sommelier? Show me the Proof!
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

In special course, students are asked to do what would be unthinkable in a traditional science course: eat the results of their experiments

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
University of Illinois Study Shows Soy Protein Alleviates Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

It could reduce fat accumulation and triglycerides in obese patients by partially restoring function of key signaling pathway

17-Apr-2012 1:00 PM EDT
A New Diagnosis for Frida Kahlo’s Infertility
Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB)

While the artist’s haunting self-portraits focus largely on anatomy and failed reproduction attempts, relatively little attention has been paid to her own body and infertility



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