A network of very fine blood vessels that connects bone marrow directly with the blood supply of the periosteum that…
Genetic causes of tumors in salivary glands
Acinic cell carcinoma is the third most common malignant form of salivary gland cancer. These tumors are similar to normal…
Interaction between bacteria and immune cells protects the intestinal barrier
Conditions such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, a poor diet, overuse of certain drugs and stress harm the intestinal…
New treatment for bone infection using copper-rich glass implant
Researchers have developed a new treatment for the particularly difficult-to-treat bone infection, osteomyelitis.
Combined SPECT and cardiac MR imaging can help guide ventricular tachycardia ablation
Adding functional imaging to structural imaging of patients with ventricular tachycardia (VT) has the potential to improve current VT ablation…
A closed cage-like molecule that can be opened
Researchers report the synthesis of a closed molecular cage with areas that can be opened. The opening is achieved through…
The first spontaneous animal model of human hypophosphatasia uncovered
A gene defect identified in Karelian Bear Dogs causes a severe bone disease. A gene test has been developed for…
Searching for the Genetic Underpinnings of Morning Persons and Night Owls
Researchers identified hundreds of gene variations that may be connected to when people go to bed.
Counties with dirtier air have more stroke deaths
Counties with higher levels of fine particulate (PM2.5) air pollution have more stroke deaths and shorter life expectancies among their…
Your body image is impacted by those around you
Spending time with people who are not preoccupied with their bodies can improve your own eating habits and body image.