Research
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November 20, 2015
Search-and-rescue proteins find, fix DNA mutations linked to cancer
Proteins inside bacteria cells engage in “search-and-rescue”-type behavior to ferret out mismatched DNA and fix it to thwart dangerous mutations that can be associated with certain cancers, a University of Michigan study found.
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November 20, 2015
HIV prevention for transgender, gender nonconforming youth
The University of Michigan is leading a national study to learn more about how transgender and gender nonconforming youth navigate the health care system for HIV prevention services and care.
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November 20, 2015
Teens and parents agree: Electronic cigarettes need restrictions
As electronic cigarette use skyrockets among youth, even teens agree with parents that what’s known as “vaping” needs stricter rules.
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November 20, 2015
Sex-related risks judged more harshly than comparable health hazards
People with sexually transmitted infections are often irrationally stigmatized by the public, who overestimate the risk for STIs when compared to other health risks, according to a new University of Michigan study.
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November 20, 2015
What happens to your skin when pregnancy gives you a stretch mark?
Don’t believe the hype when you see those creams and ointments promising to prevent or reduce pregnancy stretch marks. Dermatologists are still learning about what causes stretch marks in the first place, and skin stretching is not the only risk factor.
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November 20, 2015
Sunscreen ingredient may prevent medical implant infections
A common ingredient in sunscreen could be an effective antibacterial coating for medical implants such as pacemakers and replacement joints.
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November 20, 2015
Low testosterone, men’s empathy can determine parenting skills
As they age, men often get concerned about their testosterone levels dropping. And rightfully so — it affects their sex drive and other health factors.
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November 20, 2015
ADHD meds may be a prescription for bullying
Kids and teens who take medications like Ritalin to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder are twice as likely to be physically or emotionally bullied by peers than those who don’t have ADHD, a new University of Michigan study found.
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November 19, 2015
U.S. economy to grow at fastest pace in 10 years, forecasters say
U-M economists say the annual unemployment rate likely will fall below 5 percent next year — the first time since 2007 — as the U.S. economy grows at its highest rate in a decade.
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November 13, 2015
Failed candy recipe solves sticky problem in the lab
Anyone who has made Jello knows how difficult it can be to spring the wobbly treat from its mold intact. Now, imagine trying to dislodge something 10 times softer than gelatin, while keeping every detail unscathed down to a microscopic level.
