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Discovery opens door for new treatments for Parkinson's, other brain disea
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], July 29 (ANI): A discovery has revealed that a protein which was earlier linked to cell dysfunction and death is in fact critical for repairing breaks in DNA. The finding could lead to new treatments for Parkinson's and other brain diseases, suggests a study.
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Here's how HIV infection contribute to wide-ranging metabolic conditions
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], July 27 (ANI): A recent study found that HIV-infected cells release vesicles that contain a viral protein called Nef, further damaging cholesterol metabolism and triggering inflammation in uninfected bystander cells.
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New technique could help engineer filter for polluted water, human tissues
Updated : 6 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. (USA), July 24 (ANI): The technique that turns proteins into never-ending patterns that look like flowers, trees or snowflakes, could be utilised to engineer a filter for tainted water and human tissues.
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Here's why Alzheimer's is more prevalent in women than men?
Updated : 6 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], July 18 (ANI): While the accumulation of proteins in the brain is a marker to indicate the onset of Alzheimer's, a new study analysed the ways in which these proteins spread, that might help in describing why the disease is more prevalent in females than males.
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Targeting protein may stop ovarian cancer cells from spreading
Updated : 6 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], July 12 (ANI): Preventing a protein from performing their job may keep a certain type of ovarian cancer cell from growing and dividing uncontrollably in the lab, says researcher.
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Poor quality sleep in 50s, 60s increases risk of Alzheimer's disease
Updated : 6 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], June 28 (ANI): People who report the poor quality of sleep as they age from 50s to 60s are at a higher risk of developing Alzheimer disease later in their life as their brain has more protein tangles, finds a study.
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Savour flavours of traditional fish cuisine at National Fish Festival
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 8 (ANI): Abundant in Omega-3 fatty acids, Fish is known as a food with excellent nutrition and high protein. With the national annual average consumption being just about 5 kg, National Fisheries Development Board (NDFB) has come up with a calendar to orga
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Study identifies 'switch' that aids spread of breast cancer around body
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): A new study has identified a genetic 'switch' in breast cancer cells that facilitates the production of internal scaffolding, a type of protein called Keratin-80, which makes cancer cells more rigid and may make the cells travel in bloodstream to other
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Protein coat makes viruses more infectious, links them to Alzheimer's
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], May 27 (ANI): A new study has found that a layer of protein forms on the viral surface when they interact with the biological fluids of their host. The coat of protein makes the virus more infectious and helps in the formation of plaques linked to Alzheimer's disease.
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Here's what you should eat before, during and after an intense workout
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington DC [USA], May 27 (ANI): While we all know that an intense workout can help you lose the right amount of weight, what you eat before, during and after you exercise plays a huge role in your fitness regime.
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Overdose of omega-6 fat consumption during pregnancy, a risk for heart dis
Updated : 6 years, 9 months ago IST
Washington D.C [U.S.A], May 25 (ANI): A recent study claims that overdose of omega 6 fats also known as linoleic acid which is present in foods such as potato chips and vegetable oil can increase the risk of heart disease during pregnancy.
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Insulin-producing beta cells may change function in diabetes: Study
Updated : 6 years, 10 months ago IST
Washington D.C [USA], May 18 (ANI): Researchers revealed that insulin-producing beta cells can change their own function in diabetes. They found that the RNA messaging system which tells proteins how to behave in cells is functioning differently in diabetes.
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