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CRISPR-BEST, a New Genome Editing Tool for Actinomycetes

Scientists present a new addition to the promising CRISPR toolkit called CRISPR-BEST. This tool operates with an efficient method to create mutations in actinomycetes without requiring a DNA double-stranded break.
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Vaccine Against RSV in Sight?

Scientists are one step closer to finding a successful vaccine for the common and sometimes deadly RSV, a leading cause of pediatric hospitalizations.
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A Way To Extend Survival Rates for Heart Failure?

For the first time in preclinical studies, researchers have shown that Aliskiren, a drug that inhibits the enzyme that regulates blood pressure, can delay progression of congestive heart failure and extend survival rates.
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Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the People of the Neolithic Battle Axe Culture

In an interdisciplinary study, an international research team has combined archaeological, genetic and stable isotope data to shed light on the iconic Battle Axe Culture.
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Commonly Mutated Gene Drives Cancer – Learning How To Correct It

Researchers have showed how one commonly mutated gene actually drives cancer growth and how, potentially, to counteract it.
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Folding a Drop of Water Solves a Longstanding Challenge in Portable Diagnostic Devices

Researchers from Polytechnique and IBM “fold” a drop of water, solving a problem that has hindered the development of portable diagnostic systems.
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First Cell Map of Developing Human Liver Created

In a world first, scientists have created the human developmental liver cell atlas that provides crucial insights into how the blood and immune systems develop in the fetus.
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Mapping Out Female Fertility

Researchers have mapped out some of the mechanisms that may affect women's fertility from the teenage years to menopause. These mechanisms largely depend on naturally occurring chromosome errors – errors that vary depending on age group.
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Targeting Tumor-initiating Liver Cancer Cells

Researchers have demonstrated a potential method for treating advanced liver cancers, by inhibition of an important signaling pathway.
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Gene Family Helps Control Photosynthesis

Researchers have identified a gene family in cyanobacteria that helps to control carbon dioxide fixation, opening new doors for sustainable biotech production.
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