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New promising targeted drug for a rare leukaemia being developed
Updated : 3 years ago IST
In addition to chemotherapy, targeted medications have been created to treat cancer. These medications only impact cancer cells, sparing normal cells. A novel targeted therapy for the treatment of acute myeloid leukaemia is called venetoclax (AML). In Finland, Venetoclax just received market
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Research: Cancer drug development affected by differences in animal biolog
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A small but significant metabolic difference between human and mouse lung tumour cells, has been discovered by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers, explaining a discrepancy in previous study results, and pointing toward new strategies for developing cancer treatments.
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Study reveals synthetic hydrogels help neuronal tissue growth in areas of
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Synthetic hydrogels have been proven to be an excellent support for neuronal tissue growth in areas of brain injury, suggesting a potential strategy for brain tissue restoration.
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Here's how magnetism affects animal behaviour
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Scientists summarize the methods used to explore how the Earth's magnetic field influences the behaviour of various animal species. This review is an ideal starting point for scientists wishing to enter this fascinating but poorly-understood topic in modern sensory biology.
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Researchers locate where toxins from tobacco attack DNA
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Chemical compounds in tobacco smoke alter the DNA of lung cells in ways that can lead to cancer in the longer term. Researchers at ETH Zurich have now been able to precisely localise such changes for the first time.
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Study finds skipping breakfast can compromise immune system
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According to a new study by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai fasting may be detrimental to fighting off infection and could lead to an increased risk of heart disease.
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Researchers reveal role of polyphenols in regulating inflammatory immune r
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
PCB2DG, an anti-inflammatory polyphenol, inhibits glutamine absorption by targeting and directly interacting with the main glutamine transporter protein, alanine serine cysteine transporter 2 (ASCT2). This reduction in intracellular glutamine accumulation in CD4+ T cells also inhibits the pr
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Everything you need to know about how blood-brain barrier works
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Researching the wall separating the circulatory system from the neurological system has been highly difficult or limited in its use of models. In order to properly investigate potential new treatments for brain tumours, researchers have created a more realistic model.
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Study finds how social isolation generates astrocyte-mediated deficits in
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
A study revealed a crucial reason to keep in touch with friends and family. Social isolation promotes memory and learning deficiencies, as well as other behavioural abnormalities
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Obesity along with Diabetes: A Lethal Combination
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New Delhi [India], February 20 (ANI/SRV): Imagine a secret enemy base living next door like innocent neighbors. Although it appears inactive and harmless, it is quietly working around the clock to carry out lethal attacks on your city. The excess fat in obese patients is similar; it appears
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Genetic alterations linked to behavioural disorders associated with autism
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Autism-related behavioural disorders are linked to a wide range of genetic changes. Scientists have discovered a new molecular cause for this illness. MYT1L, a transcription factor, generally protects nerve cells' molecular identity. When it is turned off genetically in human nerve cells or
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Researchers reveal why cancer patients do not react to immunotherapy
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Cancer treatment has transformed thanks to immunotherapy. The five-year survival rate for advanced melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, has climbed from less than 10% to more than 50% since the development of immunotherapy in 2011. Sadly, immunotherapy only works on about half of mel
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