National Institutes of Health (NIH) News Releases

Scientists Define 21 New Genes Associated with Crohn's Disease
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 16:00:00 -0400
A consortium of researchers from the United States, Canada, and Europe has identified 21 new genes for Crohn’s disease, a chronic disease of the large and small intestines. This discovery, funded in part by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), brings the total number of known genes associated with Crohn's disease to more than 30 and advances understanding of causes and potential avenues to develop new treatments.
NIAID Will Not Move Forward With The Pave 100 HIV Vaccine Trial
Thu, 17 Jul 2008 15:16:00 -0400
After soliciting and considering broad input from the scientific and HIV advocacy communities, the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has determined that it will not conduct the HIV vaccine study known as PAVE 100. However, NIAID believes the vaccine developed by its Vaccine Research Center (VRC) is scientifically intriguing and sufficiently different from previously tested HIV vaccines to consider testing it in a smaller, more focused clinical study.
NHGRI Funds Next Step in Understanding Biological Roots of Common Diseases
Thu, 17 Jul 2008 08:38:00 -0400
The National Human Genome Research Institute, one of the National Institutes of Health, today announced grants expected to total about $31 million over the next four years for research aimed at gaining a better understanding of how specific genetic variants act to influence the risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer and other common diseases.

CNN.com - Health

Make your home healthier in five easy steps
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:14:19 -0400
You may think your home is safe, but there may be toxins in your water, linens, and even your deck. There are several simple steps you can take to make your kitchen, living spaces, playroom, and backyard healthier for you and your family. Parenting has specific steps to follow.
Cancer expert warns employees on cell phones
Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:29:15 -0400
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Alliance for Epilepsy Research - Encourages and supports epilepsy research while increasing public awareness of the disease's impact.

Centre for Neuroscience - Southampton - Listing of researchers and outlines of research interests, aspects of current research projects, 3-D structures of neurons and software.

Duke University Medical Center - Division of Neurology - Development and application of both medical and surgical treatments for epilepsy.

500 Epilepsy Research - University of Florida and Gainesville Veterans Administration Medical Center conducts a variety of multidisciplinary clinical research programs directed to the study of human epilepsy, medical and surgical treatment of epilepsy, and the psychological consequences of epilepsy and its treatment.

Epilepsy Research Centre, Melbourne, Australia - Comprises a number of research teams from the University of Melbourne, the Brain Research Institute and Austin Health working together to better understand the causes and treatment of epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Research Group - Dedicated to all aspects of clinical and basic scientific research in epilepsy.
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Epilepsy Research Program, Inc. - Research and treatment program using a wide range of wellness, stress reduction, biofeedback and psychological methods tailored to each individual's needs.

Lippincott Williams and Wilkins: Epilepsia - International journal featuring coverage of current clinical and research results that are updated monthly.
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Medial Temporal Atrophy In Adults With Partial Epilepsy - A doctoral thesis by Tuuli Salmenperä.
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National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke - Leading supporter of biomedical research on disorders of the brain and nervous system.

NeuroPace, Inc. - Developing implantable devices for treating epilepsy and other neurological disorders by responsive brain stimulation. Find product details, clinical trials and resources.
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Photosensitivity - Research and information on how seizures can sometimes be triggered by flashing or flickering lights, or even geometric shapes or patterns.

University of Glasgow Department of Medicine and Therapeutics - Specialty clinical and research interests include endocrinology, gastroenterology, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and neurological diseases including stroke and epilepsy.
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University of Washington Regional Epilepsy Center - Regional facility for the Pacific Northwest. Staffed by University of Washington physicians dedicated to epilepsy research and patient care.