NICHD Archive — Page 5 of 6

A healthcare professional uses a stethoscope to examine a baby lying on an examination table.
June 12, 2013

Antacids: risky for premature babies

Antacids that block a certain enzyme pose a risk for a common cardiac problem in premature infants.

By Leigh MacMillan
Close-up of a person using a metered-dose inhaler, with the mouthpiece between their lips.
April 26, 2013

Factor reduces virus-related asthma attacks

An immune system factor associated with severe asthma may actually reduce asthma attacks induced by viral infections.

By Leigh MacMillan
Multiple raised hands reaching upward against a white background, including hands with varied skin tones.
April 1, 2013

Fingers and toes: joint forming factor

The gene Has2 participates in signaling that is important in developing fingers and toes, and may have relevance for cancer development.

By Leigh MacMillan
March 4, 2013

Gene ‘dose’ may be key to autism

Individuals with overexpression of the gene MECP2 have core features of autism spectrum disorder.

By Bill Snyder
Cropped view of a person clutching their lower back, with a red highlighted area indicating pain.
March 1, 2013

Target for inflammatory bowel disease

The factor STAT6 appears to play a role in the pathogenesis of an inflammatory bowel disease, suggesting it may be a promising target for new treatments.

By Leigh MacMillan
November 19, 2012

Bird’s eye view of gut development

A new map of the developing gut of quail offers valuable tool for studying intestinal diseases.

By Jessica Mazerik