Variation in women's X chromosomes may explain differences among individuals, between sexes
The first comprehensive survey of gene activity in the X chromosomes of women has revealed an unexpected level of variation among individuals, according to new work by researchers at the Duke University Institute for Genome Sciences & Policy (IGSP) and Pennsylvania State University. The results may have important implications for understanding the differences in traits among women and...Disease diagnosis, biodefense among UH chemical research projects
With 33 presentations of original research that showcase applications ranging from early-stage disease diagnosis to fuel cells and batteries, the University of Houston will be well represented at the 229th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society (ACS), March 13 to 17 in San Diego. Founded in 1876, the ACS is a nonprofit, scientific and educational organization and the largest sci...Higher risk for cervical cancer seen among women infected with multiple HPV types
Although doctors have known that the cervical tissue at the opening to the womb can harbor multiple HPV types, this study is the first to document that the risk for developing cervical cancer, the second most common form of cancer in women worldwide, is higher in females infected with multiple HPV types than those infected with just one HPV type. In addition, the study's findings provide...HIV drug resistance increasing in UK and among highest in the world
Those infected with HIV in the UK have one of the highest rates of resistance to anti-HIV drugs of anywhere in the world, prompting fears of a second wave epidemic of resistant virus, a new study claims in this week's BMJ. The study authors are concerned that the large reductions in deaths and improvements to health since people with HIV were given combinations of drugs (combination antire...Why we give: New study finds evidence of generosity among our early human ancestors
A groundbreaking new study examines the origins of holiday giving and finds that our early human ancestors were frequently altruistic. "Reciprocity is arguably the foundational basis of cooperation in humans," writes Michael Gurven (University of California ?Santa Barbara). "A core feature of reciprocity is the contingent relationship between acts of giving and receiving among social part...Gala Biotech among companies sold for $3.3 billion
for $3.3 billio...Telecom issues are among focus of upcoming western Wisconsin conference
It will be part of the , which will build upon discussions at a December 2004 kickoff luncheo...MATC seeks to turn around falling tech enrollment among women
Over the last decade, the percentage of women in IT careers has declined from a high of 41 percent to 32 percent, said Janet Kelly, communications director for MATC. And at MATC, enrollment of women in IT programs...UW-Madison MBA program ranked among best for investment return
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The study, which included nearly 500 universities worldwide and more than 200 in the United States, was authored by the <a...Alternative medicine more popular among HIV positive patients
Despite significant improvements in anti AIDS therapy, complimentary and alternative medicine seem to be more attractive to the AIDS positive patients, according to a new study. Among 191 HIV-positive outpatients surveyed about their use of complementary and alternative therapies, 67% said they had used alternative therapies at some point to control their HIV infection and 40% reported cu...India's Hospitals Among The Best, Says Renuka Chowdhury
India's growing attraction as a medical tourism destination was the highlight of presentations made at the ongoing World Travel Mart in London. India's Minister for Tourism Renuka Chowdhury, who // inaugurated the India pavilion of the annual global tourism event, said: "Not only is India known for its hospitality, but also our hospitals, which are among the best. The Indians know how to...High Prevalence of AIDS among Indian Truck drivers
New Delhi: A startling study indicates that almost 40 percent of India's truck drivers and their helpers are infected with AIDS virus and there is an urgent need to create awareness// among this community to check the spread of the fatal disease. India currently has over 5.1 million AIDS patients and truckers are possibly one of the largest groups carrying the disease.. There are ove...Increase In obesity among Canadians
Researchers Peter Katzmarzyk and Caitlin Mason from Queens University, Canada has reported in the Canadian Medical Association Journal the data analyzed from seven national surveys which reported the obesity// and overweight in Canadian public. The data was collected from reports which were published between 1985 to 2003. The study showed an increasing trend of Body Mass Index in Canadian...Data Show FluMist May Reduce Seasonal Influenza Burden Among Children in School, Daycare Settings
New Economic Analyses of School and Daycare Study Outcomes SuggestVaccinating Against Influenza May Produce Cost Savings forCommunity at Large TORONTO, May 08, 2007 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MedImmune, Inc.announced today research results showing that use of FluMist(R)(Influenza Virus Vaccine Live, Intranasal) in daycare and schoolsettings may help reduce the burden of seasona...