Archive: 12/01/2017
Mutations responsible for cleft palate and related birth defects identified
Researchers located a novel gene mutation causing cleft lip and cleft palate defects, which slows the turnover of hyaluronan, an important component of the hard palate. Martina Muggenthaler working with Prof Andrew Crosby, ...
Jan 12, 2017
Pragmatic approach to using animal tissue
Using animals to research potentially life-saving treatments for humans is a necessary part of the scientific process, though progress has been made in reducing the number of animals involved. In a new commentary publishing ...
Jan 12, 2017