genetics
New drug reverses effects of Alzheimers disease in mice
Posted in Science on 7th Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
The compound, TC-2153, inhibits the negative effects of a protein called STEP on learning and memory. These cognitive functions are impaired in Alzheimers.
Cancer experts predict the end of chemotherapy in 20 years
Posted in Medicine on 5th Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
Scientists have declared that more effective cancer treatments will soon replace chemotherapy thanks to a world-first project to find the genes responsible for cancers.
DNA project 'to make UK world genetic research leader'
Posted in Medicine on 1st Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
A project aiming to revolutionise medicine by unlocking the secrets of DNA is under way in centres across England.
Human Longevity Company hires Google Chief Data Scientist to help enable life extension
Posted in Business on 1st Aug, 2014
by Alex Muller
Venter's team will sequence tens of thousands of genomes every year.
Cancer blood test moves closer after promising results
Posted in Science on 27th Jul, 2014
by Alex Muller
A British team of researchers has developed what might be a simple blood test that can detect all cancers.