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New nanotechnology could combat colorectal cancer and melanoma
A nanotherapeutic delivery system displayed high efficacy against metastatic tumours in mice, potentially improving chemotherapy treatments.
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Researchers identify mutations in single genes that lead to cerebral palsy
A new study has shown that the mutated FBXO31 and RHOB genes can each alone cause cerebral palsy, offering potential drug targets.
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Scientists uncover steps to kinase enzyme activation
A new study by the University of Arizona (UA) suggests that revealing all the steps required to activate an enzyme called a protein kinase may help identify new ways to target cancer.
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Genistein, a component of soy foods, may suppress the development of breast cancer
Genistein, a component of soy foods, may suppress the development of breast cancer by protecting BRCA1...
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HuMiX – the new human microbiome research tool
11 May 2016 | By Victoria White, Digital Content Producer
Scientists have proven that a model of the human gut - HuMiX - is representative of the actual conditions and processes that occur within our intestines...
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Protein Expression: The growing potential of plant-made monoclonal antibodies
The success story of Mapp Pharmaceuticals’ experimental drug, ZMapp, during last year’s Ebola outbreak highlights the potential of plant-made monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) as life-saving treatments.
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Study finds levodopa delays onset of macular degeneration
11 November 2015 | By Victoria White
Scientists found that patients who began taking levodopa before they developed macular degeneration were diagnosed with the eye disease eight years later than those who had never taken the treatment...
