A revolutionary new study using only materials derived from humans has revealed that insulin-producing beta cells can change their function in diabetes—and that this change may be reversible.
May 17, 2019
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Scientists have discovered how mutations in DNA can cause neurodegenerative disease. The discovery is an important step towards better treatment to slow the progression or delay onset in a range of incurable diseases such ...
May 13, 2019
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The discovery of a new way to target and treat the leading genetic contributor to Parkinson's may open the way for a potential new clinical treatment.
May 3, 2019
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Why do you swig bitter, dark roast coffee or hoppy beer while your coworker guzzles sweet cola?
May 2, 2019
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It turns out undigested collagen blocking growing gland cells might sometimes be causing the blackheads seen in common acne, not just excess sebum, as had long been assumed. After the publication of a 2018 paper, researchers ...
Mar 19, 2019
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A new biomarker that could be used to provide earlier diagnosis for a life limiting lung condition has been identified by researchers at the University of Bradford.
Mar 11, 2019
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New preclinical findings from extensive cell and animal studies suggest that a drug already used for a rare kidney disease could benefit patients with some mitochondrial disorders—complex conditions with severe energy deficiency ...
Feb 26, 2019
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An international team of researchers has identified a gene responsible for the onset of pigmentary glaucoma, which may lead to new therapies for the condition.
Jan 31, 2019
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Mutations in a gene known as interferon regulatory factor 6 (IRF6) that cause cleft lip and palate also are implicated in neural tube defects such as spina bifida, suggests research by an international study team published ...
Jan 25, 2019
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A drug treatment, already approved for use in patients, could offer new hope for some patients with brain bleeding and strokes.
Nov 27, 2018
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