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Tug-of-War Between Maternal and Paternal Genes
Scientists have identified a key signal used by the fetus to control its supply of nutrients from the placenta that could help explain why some babies grow poorly in the womb.
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Using Space-Based Technologies To Manufacture Stem Cells
Scientists have found that microgravity has the potential to contribute to life-saving advances on Earth by facilitating the rapid mass production of stem cells.
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New Structural Insights Into an Important Component of the Eye
PSI scientists have shed light on an important component of the eye: a protein in the rod cells of the retina which helps us see in dim light.
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High-Resolution Experiments Reveal How Cells "Eat"
A new study has shown how cell membranes curve to create the “mouths” that allow the cells to consume things surrounding them.
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Computer Simulations of Blood Enzyme Could Help To Treat Cardiovascular Disease
Researchers have used state-of-the-art experimental and computational tools to reveal the mechanism of action and substrate specificity of lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2, a biomarker for cardiovascular disease.
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Disarming a Blood-Clotting Protein Prevents Gum Disease in Mice
According to research, blocking the function of a blood-clotting protein prevented bone loss from periodontal (gum) disease in mice.
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New Insights Into How the Brain Functions
Advanced computational methods have led to new insights into the intricacies of brain structure and function that may enhance the understanding of this complex organ, both in health and disease.
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Gene Helps Dietary Fat Find its Way in the Body
Researchers have revealed a key molecular mechanism that can send dietary fats on the wrong path, potentially resulting in debilitating diseases.
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Engineering Artificial Lungs With Help From Lizards
A new study shows how the brown anole lizard solves one of nature's most complex problems – breathing – with ultimate simplicity.
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Researchers Find New Potential Targets for Skin Cancer Treatment
According to a study, targeting pathways altered by MLL4 mutations to induce proper cell turnover and death offers an approach to suppress tumor growth.
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