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Hotspots Found For Chromosome Gene Swapping
November 29, 2007 — During meiosis, the "crossover" gene-swapping process provides the tension needed to properly divide chromosomes. In yeast, double-strand DNA breaks (the precursors to crossovers) have been shown to ... > full story -
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Molecular 'Foreman' Discovered For Brain Wiring
November 21, 2007 — Researchers have identified a master regulatory molecule that is responsible for triggering the remodeling of neuronal connections that is critical for learning. Malfunctioning of the ... > full story -
Human Embryonic Stem Cells Derived From Preimplantation Genetically Diagnosed Embryos
November 14, 2007 — A human stem cell line derived from embryos that were identified by preimplantation genetic diagnosis to carry the mutation for fragile X syndrome has provided an unprecedented view of early events ... > full story -
Human RecQ Helicases, Homologous Recombination And Genomic Instability
November 14, 2007 — Two articles detail how human RecQ helicases regulate homologous recombination and protect genome stability. Taken together, these papers lend new insight into the molecular function of human RecQ ... > full story -
Higher Risk Of Death For Babies Born Just A Few Weeks Early, Study Finds
November 13, 2007 — Just a few more weeks of pregnancy may mean the difference between life and death for premature babies. While babies born late preterm often are considered healthy, they have higher risks of ... > full story -
Common Drug For Stopping Preterm Labor May Be Harmful For Babies
November 1, 2007 — A drug commonly used to halt premature labor may be associated with brain damage and intestinal issues in premature babies, according to a new analysis in the American Journal of Obstetrics and ... > full story -
Treadmill Training Helps Down Syndrome Babies Walk Months Earlier
October 30, 2007 — Starting Down syndrome infants on treadmill training for just minutes a day can help them walk up to four or five months earlier than with only traditional physical therapy, a new study ... > full story -
Obesity-Related Hormone Is Higher In Children With Down Syndrome
October 26, 2007 — Children with Down syndrome are more likely than their unaffected siblings to have higher levels of a hormone associated with obesity, according to pediatric researchers. The hormone, leptin, may ... > full story -
Kidney Disease Treatment May Harm Patients, Study Finds
October 12, 2007 — Central venous catheters are commonly used to provide permanent hemodialysis for patients with serious kidney disease. One technique, inserting a catheter through large vessels, has been commonly ... > full story -
Severe Heart Defect Likely Caused By Genetic Factors
October 10, 2007 — Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome, a severe cardiovascular malformation that is difficult to treat and often lethal, is caused primarily by genetic factors, according to a new study. Families having ... > full story
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