Two new compounds having HDAC (histone deacetylase) inhibition capability have shown the effect of inducing re-differentiation of human brain and breast cancer cells both in vitro and in vivo. More
A Robarts' Scientist has generated a target-based primary in vitro cell-based screen for evaluating compounds or peptides affecting scar matrix deposition and remodeling during wound repair. More
Western researchers have developed a novel technique, Swallowing Air-Pulse Therapy (SWAPT) and an associated device Swallowing Air-Pulse Therapy System (SWAPTS). More
A novel mixture of traditional Chinese medicines with anti-platelet aggregation and anti-thrombotic activity for both prevention and treatment of cerebral stroke. More
A Robarts' Scientist has identified a target molecule that can serve as a switch between scar establishment and regenerative matrix deposition by astroctye cells. More
Initial results indicate that sodium nitrite can be used as a potential cost-effective platform therapy for a wide variety of disease indications characterized broadly by constricted blood flow or hypoxia. More
Reperfusions can lead to sever damage in patients with heat attacks and strokes, the SOD-nanoparticles would be highly beneficial for use in hospitals for treating these patients. More
Methods and formulations for treating or preventing Vascular Cognitive Impairment (VCI) through mucosal administration of E-selectin, an inducible adhesion molecule on endothelial cells More