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news › new-insights-into-the-drivers-of-glioma-related-epilepsy
… of the most aggressive malignant primary brain tumors. A common feature of glioma is the presence of localized, … involved at the molecular level is still not clear. A team led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine … seizures have increased expression of genes involved in formation of neuronal connections or synapses. As they moved …
news › eliminating-gene-src-3-in-immune-cells-triggers-effective-long-lasting-anti-cancer-response
… called steroid receptor coactivator (SRC) that is required for the effective regulation of gene activity,” said … the gene SRC-3 in Tregs on breast cancer growth. The team generated mice lacking the SRC-3 gene only in Tregs (SRC-3 knock-out) and then compared breast cancer progression in these mice with the …
news › baylor-researchers-awarded-brain-initiative-grants
… Initiative. The goal of the BRAIN Initiative is to transform neuroscience research by mapping and revealing … with unparalleled speed and resolution. Research teams will develop pipelines for data collection and … networks in human brains. The projects will develop complementary brain mapping technologies, each with a …
news › novel-combination-therapy-offers-promising-results-for-treatment-refractory-hepatoblastoma
… Hepatoblastoma (HB) is the most common liver cancer in children. Researchers and physicians … the most rapid increase among all pediatric solid tumors. A team led by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine has been working on improving therapies for this devastating disease. They recently reported in the …
news › breakthrough-in-human-norovirus-research-researchers-overcome-major-obstacle-to-grow-and-study-the-virus
… of acute viral gastroenteritis worldwide with severe outcomes mostly among young children, the elderly and people … could grow in the lab. In the current study, the Baylor team has overcome a major obstacle that limited their … norovirus growth usually stops,” said co-author Dr. Sue Crawford , assistant professor of molecular virology and …
news › child-with-rare-epileptic-disorder-receives-long-awaited-diagnosis
… epileptic encephalopathy (DEE), associated with a severe, complex form of epilepsy and developmental delay. Their … Neurology Research Foundation.” In the current study, the team reports the case of a young child with developmental … chromosomal reshuffling did not directly affect the gene MEFC2 in chromosome 5, which we know when disrupted causes …
news › mutated-bone-stem-cells-caught-in-a-loop-leading-to-osteogenesis-imperfecta-type-v
… events leading to osteogenesis imperfecta type V, a form of brittle bone disease caused by a mutation in the … fractures, bone deformities, chronic pain and other complications. The findings, published in The Journal of … the analysis of the underlying molecular mechanisms. The team discovered that the IFITM5 mutation acts at the level …
news › serotonin-2c-receptor-regulates-memory-in-mice-and-humans-implications-for-alzheimers-disease
… loss, like Alzheimer’s disease, and suggest novel avenues for treatment. “Serotonin, a compound produced by neurons in the midbrain, acts as a … HTR2C variants and memory deficits in animal models.” The team genetically engineered mice to mimic the human … receptor regulates memory in mice and humans - implications for Alzheimer's disease …
research › ... › communicating-effectively
… about skills that may help women with disabilities communicate effectively in relationships with others … especially women, as equal members of the healthcare team. It is up to us to take control of our healthcare, as … of an “I” statement is “I feel sad when you leave after our visits.” We do need to be careful that “I” statements are …
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… The fellowship education program will have several components: Optional 4-week (32-hour) course on the … Optional 28-week (48-hour) course, Clinical Investigation for the Career Scientist Required 6-hour Ethics in Research seminar Recommended additional coursework to meet individual needs of …
