Asbestos - still a carcinogen

Article Abstract:

Chrysotile asbestos should be considered a dangerous carcinogen despite a study allegedly showing that non-occupational exposure to asbestos does not increase the risk of lung cancer. The 1998 study examined the incidence of lung cancer in Quebec, which is the major supplier of asbestos in North America. Women in asbestos mining communities had no higher risk of lung cancer than women in other communities. However, mining is associated with large asbestos particles that cannot penetrate the lungs as easily as the smaller particles produced in the asbestos processing industry.

Editorial, Risk factors, Lung cancer

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A new window on a molecular doorway

Article Abstract:

Scientists have discovered an easier way to infect cells with gene therapy vectors due to the presence of integrins on the surfaces of cells. Researchers seek to learn more about the gene therapy vector called adeno-associated virus to determine how it enters cells.

Gene therapy, Adenoviruses

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In situ microscopic analysis of asbestos and synthetic vitreous fibers retained in hamster lungs following inhalation

Article Abstract:

Researchers study the retention rates of both asbestos and synthetic vitreous fibers in hamster lungs. In situ microscopic analysis allowed for the three-dimensional viewing of retained fibers in lung tissue.

Lungs, Lung, Asbestos

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