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A big step toward mapping the human brain

Posted in Science on 17th May, 2015
by Alex Muller

The Allen Institute for Brain Science, a key player in the BRAIN Initiative, has launched a database of neuronal cell types as a first step toward understanding the brain.

New Type of Stem Cell Could Make It Easier to Grow Human Organs

Posted in Science on 8th May, 2015
by Alex Muller

The 'region-specific' pluripotent cells are easier to grow in vitro and graft into an embryo when injected into the right spot.

Scientists discover a key driver of human aging:

Posted in Science on 1st May, 2015
by Alex Muller

This discovery may lead to slowing or reversing the aging process.

Mitochondria editing tried in mice

Posted in Science on 26th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller

Researchers have developed a technique to edit out bits of mitochondrial DNA that could otherwise pass on incurable diseases, a study in mice shows.

How to identify which cancer drugs work best for each patient

Posted in Hardware on 24th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller

An implantable device could allow doctors to test cancer drugs in patients before prescribing chemotherapy.