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Hallucinogenic Ayahuasca might treat depression

Posted in Science on 7th Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller

Scientists have been investigating Ayahuasca as a treatment for psychological conditions such as PTSD and anxiety. Now researchers are testing it as a treatment for depression.

Drug company has been accused of 'blocking' a cheap eye treatment

Posted in Business on 2nd Apr, 2015
by Alex Muller

A drugs firm has been accused of trying to block access to what some doctors believe is a cheap and effective drug to treat an eye condition: Age-related macular degeneration.

Nanoparticles open blood-brain barrier for delivery of molecules

Posted in Hardware on 27th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

Currently 98 percent of therapeutic molecules are blocked by the barrier, but a new technique opens the door to new treatments for brain diseases.

A new approach to treating spinal cord injuries

Posted in Medicine on 15th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

Spinal cord injuries are notorious for being practically irreversible, with accidents to the area often resulting in long-term paralysis.

Senolytics: A new class of drugs with the potential to slow the aging process

Posted in Science on 10th Mar, 2015
by Alex Muller

A new class of drugs found to slow the aging process in mice could have the same effects in humans.