New COVID-19 Testing Approach Measures Patients’ Immune Response for Better Diagnosis
This type of test could be used as a check against possible errors generated by the standard tests that directly detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the scientists said.
University of California San Francisco
Novel Tool Deciphers Cells’ Energetic Code to Enhance Anticancer Therapies
Immunotherapies are a promising anticancer arsenal and work by mobilizing the immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. Currently, however, only a third of patients respond to immunotherapies, in part because the tumour environment can be hostile to immune cells, depriving them of their source of energy, which diminishes treatment efficacy.
Drug Reverses Age-Related Mental Decline Within Days
In the new study, UCSF researchers showed rapid restoration of youthful cognitive abilities in aged mice, accompanied by a rejuvenation of brain and immune cells that could help explain improvements in brain function.
UCSF, UCLA Gain FDA Approval for Prostate Cancer Imaging Technique
The imaging technique for prostate cancer locates cancer lesions in the pelvic area and other parts of the body to which the tumors have migrated.
UCSF Contracts With Color to Expand Access to Free COVID-19 Testing for Employees and Students
UC San Francisco has contracted with the health technology company to expand access to free COVID-19 testing for employees and students.
Children With Dyslexia Show Stronger Emotional Responses
Children with dyslexia who watched emotionally evocative videos showed increased physiological and behavioral responses when compared to children without dyslexia.