Flex some science
20 Apr, 2014
There is a scare among consumers that contaminants in produce can increase likelihood of cancer–this drives an increasing demand for organically grown food which is thought to be healthier. Relevant peer-reviewed studies are scarce, and though...
28 May, 2013
Carboranes have three main structural components: boron, carbon, and hydrogen. This compound doesn’t directly target cancer cells. Instead, they help work synergistically with other cancer drugs by making them bind more tightly to their respective targets,...
22 Mar, 2013
Let’s take a little break from hypotheses and conclusions to take a look into how drugs are discovered. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Harish C. Joshi at Emory University (Atlanta, GA) who...
Disease / Guest Posts / Statistics
1 Feb, 2013
Recently published data indicates net deaths due to cancer have dropped 20% since 1991, likely due to increased awareness, better detection techniques, and our new therapeutic options (like aspirin and lasers). Unfortunately, some cancer types...
Body Hacks / FYI / Science Cures
15 Jan, 2013
A substantial part of what makes cancer so deadly is that the tools we have to fight specific cancers work for some cases and don’t for others. That’s why despite numerous discoveries that promise...
4 Jan, 2013
There is plenty of literature and published work on the genetic toxicology (or lack thereof) of radiofrequency radiation, most findings are concerned with microwave ovens and radar equipment. Several epidemiological studies linking proximity to cellphone...
26 Dec, 2012
Asian glow, or alcohol flush syndrome, is not the inability to metabolize alcohol. Instead, 80% of Asians have gene variants of alcohol dehydrogenase that metabolize ethanol to acetaldehyde more efficiently. In addition, around 50% of Asians...
23 Dec, 2012
Recent research and accumulating evidence has shown that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have a shot in the battle against cancer. Recent experiments show that NSAIDs stimulate cell apoptosis and inhibit angiogenesis. In fact, further...
12 Dec, 2012
University of Pennsylvania devised an experimental treatment for advanced leukemia and conducted a human experiment in April. The treatment has resulted in promising results. In summary: 3 adults had complete remission 2 adults have...
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