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Novel stem-cell technique to enhance bone growth

February 7, 2012
A research team led by UC Davis Health System scientists has developed a novel technique to enhance bone growth by using a molecule which, when injected into the bloodstream, directs the body's stem cells to travel to the surface of bones.

Growth From Birth To Adulthood And Peak Bone Mass And Density Data From The New Delhi Birth Cohort

February 7, 2012
Growth in early life may predict adult bone health. Our data showed that greater height and body mass index (BMI) gain in utero and infancy are associated with higher peak bone mass, and greater BMI gain in childhood/adolescence with higher peak bone density. These associations are mediated by attained adult ...

‘Gatekeeper’ protein helps immune cells to sound a warning after encountering signs of tumor growth or infection

February 3, 2012
When the body’s own cells turn into ticking time bombs, as in cases of viral infection or cancerous transformation, a mechanism known as ‘cross-presentation’ enables the immune system’s dendritic cells (DCs) to sound the alarm. 

New research shows early bone growth linked to bone density in later life

February 2, 2012
Researchers from the University of Southampton, in collaboration with a research group in Delhi, India, have shown that growth in early childhood can affect bone density in adult life, which could lead to an increased risk of developing bone diseases like osteoporosis.

Tomato nutrient may intercept cancer growth

February 2, 2012
(Medical Xpress) -- A nutrient in cooked tomatoes has been shown in laboratory studies to slow the growth of or even kill prostate cancer cells.

Southampton research shows early bone growth linked to bone density in later life

February 2, 2012
(University of Southampton) Researchers from the University of Southampton, in collaboration with a research group in Delhi, India, have shown that growth in early childhood can affect bone density in adult life, which could lead to an increased risk of developing bone diseases like osteoporosis.

Gene linked to pancreatic cancer growth, study finds

January 31, 2012
A mutant protein found in nearly all pancreatic cancers plays a role not only in the cancer's development but in its continued growth, according to a new study from University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers. The finding suggests a possible target for developing new ways to treat this deadly ...

Gene linked to pancreatic cancer growth, U-M study finds

January 31, 2012
ANN ARBOR, Mich. A mutant protein found in nearly all pancreatic cancers plays a role not only in the cancer's development but in its continued growth, according to a new study from University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers. The finding suggests a possible target for developing new ways ...

Gene linked to pancreatic cancer growth, U-M study finds

January 31, 2012
(University of Michigan Health System) A mutant protein found in nearly all pancreatic cancers plays a role not only in the cancer's development but in its continued growth, according to a new study from University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers. The finding suggests a possible target for developing new ...

‘DIMming’ cancer growth — STAT: Diindolylmethane suppresses ovarian cancer

January 26, 2012
Ovarian cancer is a major cause of death worldwide. Approximately 25,000 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer this year and 15,000 women will die from it in the United States alone. The novel anti-cancer drug diindolylmethane (DIM) has been shown in laboratory to inhibit the growth of ovarian cancer ...

Blood-Forming Stem Cells’ Growth Identified

January 26, 2012
Scientists with the new Children's Research Institute at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified the environment in which blood-forming stem cells survive and thrive within the body, an important step toward increasing the safety and effectiveness of bone-marrow transplantation. Institute investigators led by Dr. Sean Morrison asked which cells are ...

Study identifies blood-forming stem cells’ growth

January 25, 2012
Scientists with the new Children's Research Institute at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified the environment in which blood-forming stem cells survive and thrive within the body, an important step toward increasing the safety and effectiveness of bone-marrow transplantation.