Aliquots - Research Briefs

Signaling by a receptor that is overexpressed in aggressive forms of breast cancer has been linked to glutamine metabolism, suggesting new anti-cancer therapeutic targets.

Adherence to medication was the only self-care activity independently associated with glycemic control in a low-income population.

Vanderbilt researchers show that a certain factor negatively impacts the first-line responder cells in the lungs, providing one explanation for why patients with asthma are at greater risk for invasive bacterial disease.

The p73 gene is required for the generation of cilia – hair-like projections on cells – findings that could have implications for the study of lung diseases and sterility.

A new epidemiological study supports smoking cessation and avoidance of sedentary lifestyle as cancer prevention measures.

Using patients’ health records to assess preparedness for hospital discharge is more effective at predicting readmission or death than commonly used questionnaires.

A new biological therapy, ustekinumab, improves markers of disease activity in patients with severe Crohn’s disease.