Medical research
Cyclin' out of gear: Malaria parasites grinding to a halt
Scientists from The University of Nottingham have uncovered the role of cyclin—the protein molecule that drives the growth of malaria within mosquitoes.
Nov 13, 2015
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Neuroscience
Brain chemical aids tic control in Tourette Syndrome
A chemical in the brain could potentially be harnessed to help young people with Tourette Syndrome (TS) to overcome the physical and vocal tics associated with the neurological disorder, say researchers.
Oct 1, 2015
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Genetics
Study sheds new light on aggressive cancer in children
A new study involving researchers at The University of Nottingham has revealed how children with an aggressive cancer predisposition syndrome experience a never before seen flood of mutations in their disease in just six ...
Feb 3, 2015
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Cardiology
Research could offer new hope for patients with cardiovascular disease
New research has shown a protein that controls the growth of new blood vessels could potentially reduce the effects of cardiovascular disease in patients' legs, including risks of leg ulcers, gangrene, and amputation.
Nov 3, 2014
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Neuroscience
Regulating brain activity to improve attention
(Medical Xpress)—Researchers from The University of Nottingham have found that balanced activity in the brain's prefrontal cortex is necessary for attention.
Jun 4, 2014
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Immunology
Research uncovers key difference between our bodies' fight against viruses and bacteria
Scientists at The University of Nottingham have discovered a key difference in the biological mechanisms by which the immune system responds to viral and bacterial pathogens.
Jan 12, 2014
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Genetics
What makes us left or right handed? New study rules out strong genetic factors
Around 10 per cent of the UK is left handed—and that percentage remains consistent in many populations around the world. But why exactly someone is left or right handed remains unclear.
Oct 1, 2013
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Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Scientists discover new biological marker for Parkinson's disease
Researchers in Nottingham have discovered a new biological indicator which could potentially help to track the progress of Parkinson's disease using powerful MRI scanners.
Sep 20, 2013
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Oncology & Cancer
Speeding up cancer diagnosis during surgery
Tissue-conserving cancer surgery is a highly skilled procedure which involves time-consuming tissue preparation to detect the margins of cancerous tissue. The goal is to remove as much of the tumour as possible while sparing ...
Sep 17, 2013
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Selflessness can be attractive to a potential mate
Altruistic or selfless behaviour is an attractive trait in a potential sexual partner, according to new research led by researchers from The University of Nottingham and Liverpool John Moores University.
Sep 13, 2013
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