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Bacteria may link stress, heart attacks

Bacteria may link stress, heart attacks

Published Jun 18, 2014

Scientists at Binghamton University have found a link between stress hormones and bacteria that may explain how emotional shock or over-exertion can trigger heart attacks. Read more

Biologist targets dormant bacteria

Biologist targets dormant bacteria

Published Jun 16, 2014

Research conducted by biofilms expert Claudia Marques and her Binghamton colleagues may show a new way to treat recurring infections. Read more

You really can be scared to death

You really can be scared to death

Published Jun 11, 2014

A new Binghamton University study has found the reason why stressful situations trigger heart attacks – and it’s all down to a link between stress hormones and bacteria, The Daily Mail reports. Read more

Nurse tests fibromyalgia therapy

Nurse tests fibromyalgia therapy

Published May 28, 2014

Binghamton graduate student Lynn Baniak is working on a novel treatment that seems to help patients with fibromyalgia. Read more

Here’s looking at you

Here’s looking at you

Published May 20, 2014

Binghamton bioengineer Guy German's research may lead to a better soap. Read more

Student aids in hunt for Parkinson’s treatment

Student aids in hunt for Parkinson’s treatment

Published May 7, 2014

Binghamton undergraduate Joy Hallmark tests compounds that may treat Parkinson's with fewer side effects than current drugs. Read more

Decker Foundation gift helps establish lab

Decker Foundation gift helps establish lab

Published Apr 29, 2014

A gift from the Decker Foundation will enable Binghamton experts to conduct research that will improve health outcomes for patients with conditions ranging from ear infections to cancer. Read more