NIH Research Matters
August 2011 Archive
AUGUST 29, 2011
Smoking and Bladder Cancer
Current cigarette smokers have a higher risk of bladder cancer than previously reported, according to new research. The study also found that the proportion of bladder cancer due to smoking in women is now the same as for men.
Making Antibodies That Neutralize HIV
Researchers have traced in detail how certain powerful HIV—neutralizing antibodies evolve, providing vital clues to guide the design of a preventive HIV vaccine.
Learning How Support Cells Kill Nerve Cells in ALS
Supportive cells called astrocytes become toxic to muscle-controlling nerve cells in people who have amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The finding offers new opportunities for investigating potential therapies.
August 8, 2011
Treatment Helps With Kidney Transplants
About 1 in 3 candidates for kidney transplantation has a condition that causes their bodies to immediately reject transplanted organs. A new treatment promises to boost transplant success for these patients.
Gene Defect Linked to Disfiguring Disorder
Scientists have identified the faulty gene responsible for Proteus syndrome, a rare disorder marked by uncontrolled growth of certain body tissues and organs. The finding could offer insights into cancer progression and treatment.
Serotonin Helps Control Body Temperature and Breathing
Serotonin-producing cells in the mouse brain play an essential role in maintaining a healthy balance in body temperature and breathing. The finding might help to shed light on sudden infant death syndrome and certain other disorders.
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