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Computer Scientists Develop Model For Studying Arrangements Of Tissue Networks By Cell Division
Computer scientists have
developed a framework for
studying the arrangement of
tissue networks created by
cell division across a
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Why H1N1 Flu Spreads Inefficiently
Scientists have found a
genetic explanation for why
the new H1N1 "swine flu"
virus has spread from person
to person less effectively
than other flu viruses. But
researchers say the new
... > full story
Giant Moa Rebuilt Using Ancient DNA From Prehistoric Feathers
Scientists have performed
the first DNA-based
reconstruction of the giant
extinct moa bird, using
prehistoric feathers
recovered from caves and
... > full story
Successful Initial Safety Tests For Genetically-modified Rice That Fights Allergy
In a first-of-its-kind
advance toward the next
generation of genetically
modified foods —
intended to improve
... > full story
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Methane-producing Molecule Can Also Repair DNA
July 3, 2009 — The Archaea are single-celled organisms and a domain unto themselves, quite apart from the so called eukaryotes (bacteria and higher organisms). Many species live under extreme conditions, and carry ... > full story -
Molecular Differences Found Between Embryonic Stem Cells And Reprogrammed Skin Cells
July 3, 2009 — Researchers have found that embryonic stem cells and skin cells reprogrammed into embryonic-like cells have inherent molecular differences, demonstrating for the first time that the two cell types ... > full story -
Salamanders, Regenerative Wonders, Heal Like Mammals, People
July 2, 2009 — The salamander is a superhero of regeneration, able to replace lost limbs, damaged lungs, sliced spinal cord -- even bits of lopped-off brain. Based on experiments on genetically modified axolotl ... > full story -
Re-Write The Textbooks: Key Genetic Phenomenon Shown To Be Different Than Believed
July 2, 2009 — Because females carry two copies of the X chromosome to males’ one X and one Y, they harbor a potentially toxic double dose of the over 1000 genes that reside on the X chromosome. To compensate ... > full story -
Existing Parkinson's Disease Drug May Fight Drug-resistant TB
July 2, 2009 — Existing drugs used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease could be repositioned for use in the treatment of extreme drug-resistant tuberculosis, which kills about 2 million people each year, ... > full story -
Virus-resistant Grapevines
July 2, 2009 — Viruses can cost winegrowers an entire harvest. If they infest the grapevines, even pesticides are often no use. What’s more, these chemicals are harmful to the environment. Researchers are ... > full story -
Uncovering How Cells Cover Gaps In Wound Healing And Embryonic Development
July 1, 2009 — Researchers have come a step closer to understanding how cells close gaps not only during embryonic development but also during wound healing. Their study uncovers a fundamental misconception in the ... > full story -
How Cells Reconcile Mixed Messages In Decisions About Growth
July 1, 2009 — The cells in our body are constantly receiving mixed messages. An epithelial cell might be exposed to one signal telling it to divide and, simultaneously, another telling it to stop dividing. The ... > full story -
New Insights Into Formation Of The Centromere, A Key Cellular Structure In Powering And Controlling Chromosome Segregation
July 1, 2009 — Scientists have described the formation of the centromere, a key cellular structure in powering and controlling chromosome segregation and accurate cell ... > full story -
Mouse Model Of Parkinson's Reproduces Nonmotor Symptoms
June 30, 2009 — Nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson's include digestive and sleep problems, loss of sense of smell and depression. A mouse with a mutation in a gene responsible for packaging neurotransmitters like ... > full story
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