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Nobel Prize In Medicine For Major Virus Discoveries
Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:39:00 -0400
The 2008 Nobel Prize for physiology or medicine goes to two French scientists for discovering the virus that causes AIDS. A German researcher shares the prize for discovering the viruses that cause cervical cancer.
Young Galaxy's Magnetic Field Is Surprisingly Strong
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:53:00 -0400
Current models indicate that the magnetic fields that enclose galaxies grow slowly over billions of years. But scientists have used a telescope to peer back millions of years in time and discovered a distant galaxy with a magnetic field at least 10 times the average strength.
When Not In Control, People Imagine Order
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 13:53:00 -0400
New research shows that when people perceive they have no control over a given situation, they are more likely to see illusions, patterns where none exist and even believe in conspiracy theories. The study suggests that people impose imaginary order when no real order can be perceived.
Think You're Multitasking? Think Again
Thu, 02 Oct 2008 13:47:00 -0400
Don't believe the multitasking hype, scientists say. New research shows that we humans aren't as good as we think we are at doing several things at once — but it also found a skill that gives us an evolutionary edge. Researchers say humans are merely very good at switching their attention from task to task.
On Election Day, Use Extra Caution When Driving
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:01:00 -0400
Voting is your civic duty, but be careful how you get to the polls. A new study suggests that there is an increased risk of car crashes on presidential voting days.
A New Contender For Earth's Oldest Rock
Thu, 25 Sep 2008 16:02:00 -0400
It's hard to find rocks from the earliest days of the planet because the Earth's surface is constantly changing. But exposed bedrock on the eastern shore of the Hudson Bay in Quebec may be 4.3 billion years old.

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Video: Jamaican barbecued pork tenderloin
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Jamaican barbecued pork tenderloin — See how to prepare this healthy recipe. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Should you tell someone about their Alzheimer's diagnosis?
Sat, 04 Oct 2008 20:48:00 -0000
When, how or whether you should tell a loved one about an Alzheimer's diagnosis is a tough call. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Finding that meaningful purpose in life
Sat, 04 Oct 2008 15:15:00 -0000
Moving from the high life to a life with more purpose can be difficult but rewarding. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
The link between cardiovascular disease and depression
Sat, 04 Oct 2008 15:11:00 -0000
Heart patients should be screened for depression. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Alzheimer's treatments: What's on the horizon?
Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Alzheimer's treatments now being studied include an Alzheimer's vaccine and several new drugs. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com
Delaying your period through oral contraceptives
Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:00:00 -0000
Birth control pills taken on an adjusted schedule can delay your period. Sponsored by:Chemotherapy.com - http://www.chemotherapy.com

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Rare Genetic Disorder Gives Clues to Autism, Epilepsy, Mental Retardation
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:18:04 -0400
Research into a rare genetic disorder called tuberous sclerosis complex supports recent thinking that autism, epilepsy, and mental retardation may stem from structural abnormalities in neurons that lead to excess brain connections. Additional topics at Children's health More disease-related research information at Consumer information
Latest HMS Podcast: Your Genome, Your Future
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:15:00 -0400
In the sixth episode of the Harvard Medical Labcast, professor David Altshuler discusses the relationship between human genetic variation and disease. Also, professor George Church explains the complexities of the Personal Genome Project. Additional topics at Genetics More disease-related research information at Consumer information
Liver Clock Balances Blood Sugar
Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:11:48 -0400
Following the discovery of functional clocks that keep time in peripheral tissue cells, professor Charles Weitz and colleagues have found the liver clock triggers the release of stored glucose when animals are resting, preventing hypoglycemia. Additional topics at Diabetes More disease-related research information at Consumer information

 

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Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Summary of biomedical research being conducted-from Yeshiva Univ., NY.

Basel Institute for Clinical Epidemiology - Advancing knowledge in evaluative sciences related to health and health care through interdisciplinary research. Part of the University of Basel in Switzerland.

Cambridge Institute for Medical Research - Research laboratories based at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, UK. Information on the various research programs, facilities and study opportunities.

Center for Platelet Function Studies - A multidisciplinary center for the study of platelet function by state-of-the-art methods.
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Centre for Clinical Research - Contains projects, publications, contact details links and news-Bergen, Norway.

Centre for Health and Population Research - Diarrhoeal disease control, maternal and child health, nutrition, and population sciences. (Bangladesh)

Channing Laboratory - Multidisciplinary research division of Brigham and Women's Hosp. and Harvard Med. School, specializing in bacteriology, chronic disease epidemiology, and virology research.

Children's Hospital of Orange County Research Institute - Research laboratories at CHOC supporting a variety of basic science, translational, and clinical studies.

Clinical Neuroscience Research Unit - Investigating the mechanisms, treatment, and amelioration of complex neuropsychiatric disorders, including Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, and panic disorder-from the Univ. of Vermont.
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Clinical Research Centre, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - The first academic, multidisciplinary, clinical research centre in Ireland capable of performing a wide range of phase II to phase IV clinical trials.
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Clinical Trials Research Center - Our mission is to characterize the epidemiology of and assess interventions for the prevention, control and treatment of infectious diseases in children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

CORE, the Center Of Research Excellence, LLC - Specializes in the conduct of phase II-IV clinical research trials with all RN coordinators and experienced investigators.

Deaconess Billings Clinic Research Division - Conducting research on diseases including hyperlipidemia, infections, arthritis, osteoprosis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, lung disorders, and health issues unique to rural areas.

Harvard Clinical Research Institute - Joint venture of Harvard Medical School and its affiliated healthcare organizations, working with industry sponsors to conduct world-class clinical research.
Meta Description: [ Harvard Clinical Research Institute (HCRI) is a joint venture of Harvard Medical School and its affiliated healthcare organizations. The Institute is devoted to working closely and efficiently with industry sponsors to conduct world-class clinical research, and to advance patient care. ]

Immune and Inflammatory Disease Research in Children - Research group at Children's Hospital of Orange County investigating new treatment and cures for inflammatory diseases of childhood, with educational references and links.

Ischemia Research and Education Foundation - A non-profit, biomedical, research organization dedicated to performing quality medical and scientific research in collaboration with the government and pharmaceutical and medical device industries.
Meta Description: [ Ischemia Research and Education Foundation, Saving and Extending Lives – Promoting Responsible Healthcare Practices. 2006 – Aprotinin – a drug approved by the FDA, marketed internationally for 13 years, and given to an estimated one million surgery patients to limit bleeding – was proven to d... ]

Jacksonville Center for Clinical Research - Clinical trial administration for FDA and pharmaceutical industry, with investigators in cardiology, allergy, rheumatology, internal medicine, family practice, and many more specialties-from Jacksonville, FL.

Josephine Nefkens Institute - Research groups studying the molecular and cellular pathology of cancer and other diseases-from Erasmus Univ., Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

La Jolla Institute for Molecular Medicine - Independent biomedical research institute focused on cancer research, immunobiology, and pharmacogenetics.

Lake Michigan Clinical Research and Consulting - Group of physicians in multiple specialties conducting a variety of clinical studies with several pharmaceutical companies.

Lawson Health Research Institute - As the research arm of the London Health Sciences Centre, the LHRI is one of Canada's three largest hospital-based research institutes-in London, ONT.
Meta Description: [ The LHRI is one of the three largest hospital-based research institutes in Canada attracting over $50 million each year in research funding. ]

Medical Affiliated Research Center, Inc. - A multi-specialty entity providing clinical research studies funded by pharmaceutical companies covering a broad spectrum of medical conditions-Huntsville, AL.

Medical College of Georgia Research Administration - Information on core facilities and services, details about MCG research institutes and centers, research-related policies, funding opportunities for extramural and intramural grants, and other research support.
Meta Description: [ Research at MCG. The Medical College of Georgia has a strong commitment to providing an environment to foster research growth in the health sciences. Our Biomedical Research Council is working to develop strategies to promote research throughout our health sciences research university (Growing Re... ]

Medical College of Virginia - Division of Quality Health Care - Apply health services research on quality to physician behavior and patient care. A division of the Department of Internal Medicine. Includes general information, research and studies, faculty and staff.
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Mexican Intstitute of Clinical Research - Clinical research site in Mexico / Latin America, listing Principle Investigators and coordinators.
Meta Description: [ First fully dedicated, freestanding clinical research site conducting clinical trials in latin america Mexico staffed by experienced, full-time, Board Certified Principle Investigators and coordinators. We are served by dedicated IRB and have our own import license to facilitate drug shipments. W... ]

New York University General Clinical Research Center - Providing a physical and intellectual focus for translating laboratory discoveries into clinical trials in patients.

Nigerian Institute of Medical Research - The National Institute for Medical Research in Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria conducts research into human health problems within the country.

Okanagan Clinical Trials - Conducting phase II - IV clinical trials for the pharmaceutical industry with 10 years experience in psychiatric populations, now with new facilities for trials in infectious diseases, diabetes, premenstrual dysphoria, hypertension, and functional bowel disorders of both children and adults-Kelowna, BC.

Palm Beach Research Center - Dedicated clinical research site that offers a variety of clinical research studies to the residents of Palm Beach County.

Pioneer Pharmaceutical Research - Conducting clinical psychopharmacology research studies and clinical trials for central nervous system drug testing, specializing in bipolar disorders and schizophrenia-in southeastern Michigan.
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Research at Mayo Clinic - Information on research at the Mayo Clinic for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, scientists, and others interested in medical research and education.
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UW Harborview Research and Training Building - Laboratories for University of Washington School of Medicine, including Departments of Medicine, Pulmonary, Surgery, Lab Medicine, and Cardiology.

Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research - Melbourne, Australia. Offers news and information, annual reports, donations and bequests, events and conferences, seminars and a search feature.

West Coast Clinical Research - Physician-owned, professionally-managed, multi-specialty clinical research center committed to providing high quality, efficient, clinical research services to the Drug, Device, and Biotechnology industries.