kaohsiung medical university
Two-Pronged Approach Improves Liver Cancer Patient Outcomes
A procedure that cuts off blood supply to tumors, combined with a small molecule inhibitor drug sorafenib, improves the survival of advanced-stage liver cancer patients.
Using Quantum Dots In Antibacterial Eye Drops
Researchers have developed a one-step method to make carbon quantum dots that can kill the antibiotic-resistant bacteria that cause keratitis.
Chronic Exposure To Melamine Through Tableware
A simple switch from melamine-containing tableware to stainless steel ones can help reduce environmental exposure to melamine.
ACE-Inhibitors Associated With Lower ALS Risk
Drugs used to control high blood pressure might also be useful in reducing the risk of developing ALS, scientists say.
Spotting Refractory Epilepsy Early With Scalp EEG
Scientists have developed an automated and quantitative method of diagnosing epilepsy in children based on scalp EEG.
Gene Variations Linked To Lung Cancer In Asian Women
An international group of scientists has identified three genetic regions that predispose Asian women who have never smoked to lung cancer.
Study: Smokers Who Take Multivitamins End Up Smoking More Cigarettes
A new study in Taiwan reveals that smokers who take multivitamins offset their healthy behavior by smoking more cigarettes.
