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Evidence of conscious-like activity in the dying brain
A Michigan Medicine study provides early evidence of a surge of activity correlated with consciousness in the dying brain.
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Modified Minerva Orthosis proven helpful in pediatric patients following airway surgery
The University of Michigan Health System received an order for a cervical orthosis, or neck brace, which resulted in a modified version still being used today, changing recovery for the better.
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A gene involved in Down syndrome puts the brakes on neurons’ activity in mice, study shows
Michigan Medicine researchers have found that an extra copy of one gene that is triplicated in human Down syndrome patients causes improper development of neurons in mice.
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Connecting the brain’s hot zone
A Michigan Medicine study takes a closer look at the neurobiology of psychedelic experiences.
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Study reveals pivotal RNA modification in mouse embryos
A Michigan Medicine study reveals pivotal RNA modification in mouse embryos.
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Saturated fatty acids promote immune escape of oral cancers
A team of Michigan Medicine researchers have identified a mechanism in mice for how obesity affects some oral cancers’ ability to escape from the immune system.
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You’ve got some nerve
Researchers at Michigan Medicine have identified a new metric to articulate the relationship between nerve density and oral cancer. The study investigated normalized nerve density to translate previous mechanistic studies into a context that could be used in the clinic.
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Potential drug treats fatty liver disease in animal models, brings hope for first human treatment
For nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, also known as NASH, a potential drug may treat the fatty liver disease in animal models researchers find.
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Mouse study hints at specific brain receptor behind PCOS symptoms
Mouse study at Michigan Medicine hints at specific brain receptor behind PCOS symptoms.
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Donor pancreas tissue helps define 'new normal' in pancreatic cancer research
A research partnership has revealed a new pathway to understanding the progression of pancreatic cancer.
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Study offers clues to how cancer spreads to the brain
Michigan Medicine researchers used microfluidic devices to track what happens to cancer cells as they migrate and take root in the brain.
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Artificial intelligence predicts genetics of cancerous brain tumors in under 90 seconds
A new study finds AI-based diagnostic screening system, DeepGlioma, detects genetic mutations in brain tumors in under 90 seconds. Streamlining glioma diagnosis and treatment.
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Candida auris: The deadly fungus on the rise
The CDC warns of rising infections from Candida auris, a deadly fungus. Learn what you need to know about this emerging threat from U-M Medical School's Dr. Teresa O'Meara.
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For spinal cord injuries, acceptance and commitment therapy aids in recovery
Research from U-M suggests that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can aid in the recovery of spinal cord injuries by helping patients learn to manage their emotions and thoughts surrounding their injury.
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Cataract surgery reimbursements may not be enough for some patients
For complex cataract surgery, Medicare reimbursements are far lower than a simpler form of the surgery.
