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Fetal Gene Therapy Prevents Gaucher Disease

Using gene therapy on the brains of fetal mice and non-human primates, researchers have managed to prevent a fatal neurodegenerative condition known as Gaucher disease.

A Twist In The Tale Of mRNA Tails

A team of scientists in South Korea have discovered that mixed mRNA tails act like a shield that extends the lifespan of mRNA species.

A Reason To Smile: Teeth-Whitening Nanoparticles

Researchers in China have developed a method to whiten teeth without causing damage to the enamel.

Ascentage Pharma Secures US$150 Million In Series C Funding

Ascentage Pharma will use the funds to further their pipeline of drugs targeting apoptotic pathways for the treatment of cancer and other diseases.

Traditional Tibetan Medicine Laden With Mercury

High levels of toxic methylmercury are found in traditional Tibetan medicine, say Chinese scientists.

China And Thailand Partner Up For Fusion Power Research

China donates its HT-6M tokamak to Thailand, fuelling China-Thai cooperation on fusion power research.

Improving The Success Of Cloning Animals

Scientists have used epigenetic modifications to increase the success rate of cloning mice.

Tackling Dementia Using Ultrasound

A research group in Japan has demonstrated that ultrasound applied to the brain could help treat dementia.

The Buzz Over Queen Bee Learning And Memory

Chinese scientists have demonstrated that epigenetics contributes to superior learning capacities in queen bees.