Understanding How the Human Forebrain Develops at the Cellular Level
A group of researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine led an investigation that offers new insight into the development of the human forebrain.
View ArticleU of T Scientists Make Breakthrough Discovery in DNA Repair Mechanism
Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered a DNA repair mechanism that advances understanding of how human cells stay healthy, and which could lead to new treatments for cancer and...
View ArticleKIT Researchers Uncover New Cell Type Responsible for Vascular Growth
Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke and myocardial infarction, are the world's leading causes of mortality, accounting for over 18 million deaths a year.
View ArticleSoil Bacteria Use Umbrella Toxins to Fight Back
Scientists have found that soil bacteria called Streptomyces secrete toxic protein particles in the shape of umbrellas that are meant to suppress competitors, particularly those that belong to their...
View ArticleUnveiling Cannabinoid’s Potential for Treating Age-Related Brain Degeneration
Scientists at the Salk Institute observed the neuroprotective effects of cannabinol in fruit flies and discovered cannabinoid analogs that may prove to be promising future treatments for Parkinson's,...
View ArticleBlessed Thistle Compound Shows Promise in Nerve Repair
Cnicin, a compound found in Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus), significantly accelerates axon growth in human and animal models.
View ArticleRevealing the Genetic Mechanisms Driving SARS-CoV-2 Variants
The SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, exhibits a troubling tendency to produce variants frequently.
View ArticleSmall RNA-Binding Protein Promotes Prime Editing Efficiency
Through years of engineering gene-editing systems, researchers have developed a suite of tools that enable the modification of genomes in living cells, akin to 'genome surgery'.
View ArticleImmune System's Standby Mode: Healthy Tissue Keeps Defenses Ready
When pathogens invade the body, the immune system must react immediately to prevent or contain an infection.
View ArticleStudy Unravels How Tumors Evade Immune Response by Targeting T Cells
Tumors actively prevent the formation of immune responses by so-called cytotoxic T cells, which are essential in combating cancer.
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