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CRISPR-Based Test Enables Rapid Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Variants
An easy-to-use diagnostic test for COVID infection has been created that is more sensitive than the commonly used at-home antigen tests, and that also allows for the rapid and specific detection of SARS-CoV-2 variants in point-of-care settings.
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Genetic Mutation Could Explain Why Some Families Are More Susceptible to Diabetes
Whole genome sequencing of a family with diabetes and kidney disease has revealed an inherited gene mutation that drives the onset of type 2 diabetes and could contribute to kidney disease.
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Peptide, Delivered Nasally, Reduces Seizure Activity and Protects Neurons in Animal Model
A novel peptide augments the brain’s natural mechanism to help prevent seizures and protect neurons in research models of both Alzheimer’s and epilepsy, scientists report.
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Cells Regulating Blood Stem Cell Maintenance Are More Diverse Than Expected
State-of-the-art bioinformatics has enabled an international research team to uncover the complexity and high degree of conservation of the bone marrow microenvironment that regulates blood stem cells.
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Rare "Gifted" Dogs Are More Playful
A new study just published in Animal Cognition reveals that the rare dogs that are gifted in learning object verbal labels – the names of their toys - are more playful than typical dogs.
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Calorie Reduction Extends Health Span and Lowers Levels of Inflammatory Protein
According to a study, reduced calorie intake could reduce inflammation, improve metabolism and extend health span in humans.
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As We Age, We Look at Faces in Video in a Different Way
As we age and learn more about video conventions, where a face appears on the screen plays a larger role in how much attention we give it.
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Stable "Road Signs" Help Killer T Cells Find Their Targets
Researchers have reached a comprehensive understanding of the essential cellular quality control process that enables killer T cells to recognize virus-infected cells reliably.
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New Chip Could Lead to Targeted and Earlier Treatments for Metastatic Cancer
Researchers have developed a method to detect circulating tumor cells in the blood, using microfluidic chips to reveal clues about cancer metastasis that could lead to earlier and more targeted treatment.
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Hormone From Fat Cells Restrains Tumor Growth in Mice
According to a murine study, a hormone secreted by fat cells can restrain the growth of liver tumors.
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