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Study Tests Temporary Self-Deleting Transgenes in Mosquitoes
Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists have tested a technology to make temporary genetic modifications in mosquitoes. The modifications self-delete over time.
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Smartphone-Powered Microchip Developed for Medical Diagnostic Testing at Home
A research team has developed a new microfluidic chip for diagnosing diseases that can be powered wirelessly by a smartphone.
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Experts Call for Public Health Measures To Address Risk Factors for Colorectal Cancer
A new review article emphasizes that early-onset colorectal cancer continues to steadily increase in the U.S. and other higher-income countries. Data suggest that diets with a high intake of red and processed meat, as well as refined grains and processed sugar can alter gut microbial composition increasing the risk of colorectal cancer. Experts call for new public health measures to address risk factors for colorectal cancer, including poor dietary habits and physical inactivity.
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Building "Nanoreactors" To Make Medicines, Vitamins and More
Researchers have repurposed bacterial microcompartments and programmed them to produce valuable chemicals, such as drugs and vitamins, from inexpensive starting ingredients.
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New Info Behind Immune Response to TB Could Aid Vaccine Development
A collaborative research effort has progressed the understanding of the immune response to TB, which could help develop a more effective vaccine.
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Immune Response Pathway That Leads to Severe COVID-19 Identified
Researchers have identified that the immune response pathway that activates inflammasomes can lead to a "cytokine storm" and serious illness in severe COVID-19.
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Origin of Complex Cells Started Without Oxygen
Recent research is challenging the view that the emergence of eukaryotes happened in response to increased oxygenation of the Earth's atmosphere.
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Why Is Cowpea Mosaic Virus So Good at Fighting Cancer?
A plant virus that infects legumes, known as cowpea mosaic virus, can stimulate the immune system to target and destroy cancer and prevents it from recurring.
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The Protein That Stimulates Muscle Growth
Researchers have demonstrated that TAK1, a protein that regulates innate immunity and proinflammatory signaling pathways, is indispensable for maintaining healthy neuromuscular junctions.
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New Target Molecules Could Pave Way to Personalized MS Treatment
Researchers have found a way to identify the immune cells involved in autoimmune diseases and have discovered four new target molecules of potential significance for future personalized treatment of multiple sclerosis.
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