In contrast, positive expectations of treatment doubled the natural physiological or biochemical effect of the opioid drug among the healthy volunteers in the study. (firstthings.com)
In vivo and in vitro experiments showed that, among many biochemical effects, 14 -3-3 sigma suppresses cancer glycosis, which prevents cancer's ability to convert glucose into pyruvate, a substance essential for cell growth. (sciencedaily.com)
Thorne argues that it could in theory contribute to Gulf War Syndrome: «In view of its poorly defined biochemical effects, DU could be a contributory factor,» he says. (newscientist.com)