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RNA Could Be a Viable Target for Drug Development
In recent years there has been growing interest in expanding the list of “druggable” targets to include RNA. Now a study published in Nature provides evidence that suggests RNA could be a viable target.
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Honey: A Sweet Solution for Brain-Like Computer Chips
Researchers have shown that honey can be used to make a component similar to a transistor that can not only process but also store data in memory.
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How Multiple Genes Impact Vision Development
The spectrum of genetic changes that contribute to the arrested development of part of the retina has been characterized for the first time as part of a worldwide study.
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42 New Alzheimer's Risk Genes Identified by Landmark Study
A major new international study involving UK DRI researchers has identified 75 genes associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, including 42 new genes which had not previously been implicated in the condition.
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Detection of Ciguatoxins in Fraudulent Fish Enabled by Combining Testing Methods
Combining cell-based assays and LC-MS-MS has enabled the rapid detection of toxins that cause food poisoning from fish.
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Synapse Study Explores the "Dark Matter of the Brain"
Electrical synapses. They are part of the brain of almost every animal species, yet they remain usually invisible even under the electron microscope. Now a team from his department has taken a closer look at this rarely explored brain component.
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Achilles’ Heel of Dangerous Hospital Pathogen Discovered
Researchers shed light on the structure of an enzyme important in the metabolism of the pathogenic bacterium Acinetobacter baumannii, revealing weak spots where it might be possible to attack the pathogen.
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Detection of Harmful BPA Contaminant Achieved in One Minute Instead of One Hour
A new method for detecting BPA contamination in plastic manufacturing has been developed that reduces the testing time from one hour to one minute.
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X-Ray Images Captured of Electric Vehicle Batteries as They Degrade Over Time
Researchers using x-rays have shown how the charge/discharge cycles of batteries causes physical damage, eventually leading to reduced energy storage.
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Preclinical Data Suggests COVID-19 Vaccine Protects Against All Variants
Preclinical data for a vaccine developed to protect against SARS-CoV-2 indicates that it is effective against all variants known to date, including omicron.
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