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Novel Technique Could Lead to Potential Therapy for Huntington’s Disease

Protein aggregates accumulate during aging and are linked to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s or Huntington’s disease.
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AI Aids Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury

An intelligent suit is hoped to significantly improve rehabilitation after a serious spinal cord injury.
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Antarctic Bacteria and Computer Calculations Inspire New Enzyme

For the first time, researchers have succeeded in predicting how to change the optimum temperature of an enzyme using large computer calculations. A cold-adapted enzyme from an Antarctic bacterium was used as a basis.
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Disorder During Development Leads to Robustness in Tiny Crustacean

Consider the crustacean Parhyale hawaiensis, a tiny crustacean with some interesting attributes. Their fascinating bodies and accessible growth conditions make these creatures a well-chosen model organism for developmental studies
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Key Gene Prevents Most Bird Flu Viruses Spilling Over Into Humans

The gene, known as BTN3A3, which is commonly expressed in our airways, offers a key human defense against avian flu.
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Adding Bisindole to Dental Hygiene Products Could Reduce Plaque and Cavities

Scientists have discovered that a naturally occurring molecule reduces the biofilms that produce plaque and cavities by 90%.
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Visualizing DNA Organization in Real-Time

A group of scientists visualize the dynamic process of chromosome motion and give novel insights into the physical characteristics of DNA.
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Drug Combination Boosts Anti-Cancer Treatments in Mouse Study

Researchers have discovered a new drug combination that significantly boosts the efficacy of anti-cancer treatments for colorectal cancers in mice.
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How Chromosomal Changes Can Drive Cancer

Researchers analyzed nearly 11,000 human cancers to reveal how chromosomal imbalances can promote or slow tumor growth.
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Trial Shows Promise in Reducing Side Effects of Blood Thinners for Some Stroke Patients

The results of a clinical trial have shown that a drug commonly used for patients with bleeding disorders has the potential to be used to lessen the side effects of blood-thinning drugs for patients who have experienced a stroke.
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