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Treating Huntington’s With Gene Knockout Might Be Safe For Adults
Although deleting the huntingtin gene is lethal for young mice, it appears to safely treat the disease in adult mice.
Traditional Chinese Medicines Often Contaminated With Mercury & Arsenic
Using a stringent two test method, researchers have found that 32 out of 32 traditional Chinese medicines tested were contaminated with mercury and arsenic.
Magnetars Could Explain Super Bright Supernovas
Neutron stars called magnetars could be the power behind super-luminous supernovae, which are 10 to 100 times brighter than normal supernovae.
Morphing Crystals Into Nanocages
Using pre-existing crystal as molds, researchers have made nanocrystals morph into nanocages which can be used for drug delivery and solar panels.
For Wildlife Sanctuaries, A Little Goes A Long Way
Micro-sanctuaries can help animals survive, particularly when located close to human-dominated landscapes.
Small Molecule Drug Could Prevent Kidney Fibrosis
ETC159, currently in phase I trials for colorectal, ovarian and pancreatic cancers, could also be used to treat liver fibrosis.
Celebrating Excellence in Asia With The Asian Scientist 100
These rising stars and veterans hail from diverse sectors in industry and academia, but they all share in one common mission—to make tomorrow a better place for you and me.
Why Does IVF Produce More Baby Boys?
Though largely safe and well accepted, the IVF procedure causes defects in X chromosome inactivation which result in fewer girls being born.
Graphene Patch Monitors Sugar Levels In Sweat
This non-invasive device not only takes continuous glucose measurements but can also automatically deliver drugs if the glucose levels are too high.
