research › ... › circular-rnas-unexpected-outputs-of-protein-coding-genes
… RNA exceeds that of the associated linear mRNA by a factor of 10, raising the interesting possibility that the … splicing signals at its 5’ and 3’ ends and theoretically can circularize. However, every exon does not circularize, and, in some …
news › dr-todd-k-rosengart-receives-nih-nhlbi-grant
… Todd K. Rosengart, M.D., FACS, has received a grant for … treatment for CHF involves whether cellular reprogramming can be applied to improve cardiac infarct remodeling and … efficiency, which can be optimized beyond current thresholds via the comprehensive application of genomic activation …
healthcare › ... › for-patients
… At our Houston clinic, our board-certified allergist-immunologists … may order blood tests to examine your immune system, CT scans of sinuses or lungs, and other tests. Together, we … allergens commonly found in the Houston area, including molds, grass, weed, tree pollens, dust mites, cockroach, and …
research › ... › body-image
… Physical disability can negatively affect a woman's body image, especially in a … that places value on a youthful physical appearance. … How does "body image" develop? In one study, the authors … judgments about her own abilities and worth. She may come to think highly of herself, or she may think of herself as …
healthcare › ... › presbyopia
… When we reach our early 40s, we begin to experience the frustrating effects of blurry near vision. … only notice it when trying to read tiny print in low light. However, someone who is 52 may need to use reading glasses for almost all near activities. … Presbyopia can, of course, be managed with glasses or contact lenses. …
news › new-implantable-device-treats-heart-failure
… Baylor College of Medicine doctors are now treating heart failure patients using a novel … electrophysiologists. Chelu was assisted by Dr. Austin Howard, clinical postdoctoral fellow in electrophysiology at … when the muscles of the heart weaken,” Chelu said. “It can be caused by a number of issues such as a heart attack, …
healthcare › clinical-trials › h-51255
… : The standard of care treatment for a problem like this is to draw blood and check for a biomarker called troponin I. If these blood levels are elevated, it indicates that you have had damage to your heart. A company called RCE Technologies has developed a non-invasive …
healthcare › ... › cognitive-impairment
… Cognitive impairment in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis can range from little or no impairment to frontotemporal dementia (FTD) associated with ALS. … … medications often used to treat ALS, have not been shown to improve cognitive impairments in ALS. Aricept, …
research › ... › challenging-stinking-thinking-during-mission-plans
… Our anxious or unhelpful thoughts can trick us into thinking that bad things will happen. These thoughts are … focus on your first mission plan, great idea! Keep going! However, if you feel you are ready to work on another fear, …
departments › ... › current-research-studies
… criteria, funding sources, and team members involved can be found by clicking the study’s name. … Current Studies … (SUD) Using Bio-Behavioral Sensors The CRAVE study aims to gather data from individuals struggling with opioid use … The purpose of this two-part study is to see if a drug called seltorexant (JNJ-42847922) added to your current …