biotechnology
P53 could be key to therapies for salivary gland cancer
Posted in Medicine, Science on 9th Dec, 2022
by Alex Muller
Researchers found that certain drugs can change the fundamental makeup of cancer stem cells in mouse models of mucoepidermoid carcinoma -- a lethal form of salivary gland cancer that currently has no treatment options.
Scientists uncover potential ‘electrical language’ of breast cancer cells
Posted in Medicine on 21st Nov, 2022
by Alex Muller
New research has found variable voltages in the membranes of breast cancer cells, revealing clues about how they grow and spread.
This Startup "PairWise" Is Using CRISPR To Make Better Produce
Posted in Science on 27th Oct, 2022
by Alex Muller
"The changes PairWise has made in our greens are no different than what can be achieved through conventional breeding, contain no foreign DNA, and therefore are not considered GMOs,"
Cancer death rates continue to fall, driven by new treatments and improved screening
Posted in Medicine on 14th Oct, 2022
by Alex Muller
There are more cancer survivors in the U.S. than ever before, thanks to advances in cancer research.
Bioengineered Corneas Gave 14 Blind People Their Sight Back
Posted in Medicine on 26th Aug, 2022
by Alex Muller
The implant caused their corneas to return to normal thickness and curvature, and the 14 participants who were blind before the operation had their vision restored.