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news › researchers-study-biopsy-test-cancer
… When it comes to treating cancer, an early diagnosis is key. … exosomes have been shown to be capable of intercellular communication and modulation of the tumor microenvironment. … Researchers to study liquid biopsy test for cancer …
research › research-centers › excellence-for-trauma-rehabilitation
… The Center of Excellence for Trauma Rehabilitation and Research was created in 2000 … needs of accident victims. Our mission is to perform basic science and clinical research that will maximize … diagnosis, therapy prescription, and interventions needed for each subtype of trauma patient (e.g. motor vehicle crash …
news › space-health-institute-awards-15m-medical
… The Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) at Baylor College of Medicine has … Technology (CIMIT) to grant $1.5 million in awards to nine companies researching medical technologies for preserving … astronaut health in space exploration. These nine companies will advance their biomedical research into …
education › ... › academic-standards-of-progress-for-financial-aid-eligibility
… satisfactory progress unless otherwise determined by the Committee on Student Promotions and Academic Achievement. … Financial Aid Program meets or exceeds the requirements set forth by federal regulations governing Academic Standards of Progress for Financial Aid Eligibility for students who receive Title …
news › form-severe-malnutrition-linked-dna-modification
… regulate gene expression – between two clinically distinct forms of acute childhood malnutrition known as edematous … SAM (NESAM). The researchers report in the journal Nature Communications that ESAM, but not NESAM, is characterized … by a reduction in methyl chemical tags in DNA and complex changes in gene activity, including both enhanced …
news › proton-radiotherapy-better-pediatric-brain-cancer
… Radiotherapy is essential for treating pediatric brain tumors, but the treatment comes with the risk of cognitive impairment. Researchers at … patients also showed higher perceptual reasoning scores compared to photon radiotherapy patients. Patients in both … Proton radiotherapy better for pediatric brain cancer patients …
news › pack-hand-sanitizer-patience-for-healthy-holiday-travel
… to travel this season, it is important to take precautions for your health. Experts from Baylor College of Medicine … Irvin Sulapas, assistant professor of family and community medicine and primary care sports medicine … tips to cope with the stress: Focus on the ultimate outcome, namely spending time with those you love and/or rest …
news › scientists-find-new-use-for-popular-heartburn-drug
… Radiation therapy is part of the standard-of-care treatment regimen … remedies also have been tested but do not offer a perfect fix. “Skin care practices such as cleansing the irradiated area with mild …
news › micro-scaled-method-holds-promise-for-cancer-diagnosis
… Using a using a single-needle biopsy and new technology for tumor diagnosis developed by Baylor College of Medicine … type of proteogenomic analysis had only been possible before with much larger tissue samples taken at surgery and shows promise for future use in clinical application. The study outlining …
news › cardiovascular-disease-risk-factor-targeted-for-new-treatment
… What is the strongest inherited risk factor for heart disease and … Lp(a). It is a lipoprotein that at high levels can increase the risk of cardiovascular events. Currently there are no treatments that directly target Lp(a) levels, …