Research on immune system can develop new therapy for inflammation, tumorsFriday, September 3, 2010 @ 5:57AMIn two closely related studies, two teams of Scripps Research Institute scientists have discovered the underlying mechanisms that activate a type of immune cell in the skin and other organs. The findings may lead to the development of new therapies to treat inflammation, wounds, asthma, and malignant tumors.
Martek Biosciences 2010 third quarter revenue increases to $117.2 millionThursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:42AMMartek Biosciences Corporation today announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2010.
Latest achievements in brain research and treatment for mental disordersMonday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:18AMMental disorders, such as depression, anxiety disorders, addiction and schizophrenia are the core challenge of most health care systems around the world. In the EU alone, each year 27% of the total adult population - this corresponds to 83 Million citizens - suffer from mental disorders. Depression alone affects almost 20 million ranking in the EU as the most disabling disorder of all diseases.
David Mosser to discuss primary duty of macrophages at American Physiological Society conferenceFriday, August 27, 2010 @ 8:48AMThe term "macrophage" conjures images of a hungry white blood cell gobbling invading bacteria. However, macrophages do much more than that. Not only do they act as antimicrobial warriors, they also play critical roles in immune regulation and wound-healing. They can respond to a variety of cellular signals and change their physiology in response to local cues.
GPs must cut back on medicines: NHS officialsSaturday, August 7, 2010 @ 3:57AMGPs have been told to cut down on prescribing medicines as the Department of Health tries to save money, it has emerged.