Peptoids, oligomers of N-substituted glycines, are described as a motif for the generation of
chemically diverse libraries of novel molecules. Ramachandran-type plots were calculated …

MicroRNAs are small noncoding RNAs that function by regulating target gene expression
posttranscriptionally. They play a critical role in developmental and physiologic processes and …

Background: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small noncoding RNAs that are processed from
hairpin precursor transcripts by Dicer. miRNAs probably inhibit translation of mRNAs via …

The early phases of carcinogenesis resemble embryonic development, often involving the
reexpression of embryonic mesenchymal genes. The NCI60 panel of human tumor cell lines …

Background There is currently insufficient evidence to introduce population screening for
prostate cancer. While it is accepted that prostate cancer is an important public health problem, …

Background Nausea and vomiting are the most common symptoms experienced in early
pregnancy, with nausea affecting between 70 and 85% of women. About half of pregnant …

The North Carolina Black Churches United for Better Health project was a 4-year intervention
trial that successfully increased fruit and vegetable (F&V) consumption among rural African …

Background Many women experience leg cramps in pregnancy. They become more
common as pregnancy progresses and are especially troublesome at night. Objectives The …

Background Constipation is a common problem in late pregnancy. Circulating progesterone
may be the cause of slower gastrointestinal movement in mid and late pregnancy. …

Background Arsenic exposure impairs development and can lead to cancer, cardiovascular
disease, and diabetes. The mechanism underlying these effects remains unknown. Primarily …