Archive: 05/04/2017
Nerve cells actively repress alternative cell fates, researchers find
A neural cell maintains its identity by actively suppressing the expression of genes associated with non-neuronal cell types, including skin, heart, lung, cartilage and liver, according to a study by researchers at the Stanford ...
Apr 5, 2017
EU takes steps to improve breast implant safety
The European Parliament on Wednesday adopted measures to improve medical safety in the wake of the worldwide scare over faulty breast implants from France.
Apr 5, 2017
New function discovered for compound that may help slow aging
Researchers at Oregon State University have found that a compound called rapamycin has unusual properties that may help address neurologic damage such as Alzheimer's disease.
Apr 5, 2017
Announcing first-ever American Association of Anatomists Virtual Microscopy Database
The American Association of Anatomists (AAA) launches their first-ever Virtual Microscopy Database available to educators and researchers worldwide.
Apr 5, 2017
New study reveals some women with prenatal opioid dependence are not being treated
A new study by Queen's University researcher Susan Brogly (Surgery) has revealed that 25 per cent of women suffering from a prenatal opioid dependence were not being treated for their addiction. Using data from the Institute ...
Apr 5, 2017