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7 Must-Read Stories In April 2018
A boycott of a yet-to-be launched paywalled research journal and a peek at the denizens of the deep all made the top news in April 2018.
Why Obesity Can Lead To Cancer
Inflammation associated with obesity impairs the body’s defense against cancer, suggesting that anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin could help prevent cancer.
A Secret Handshake Determines B-Cell Fate
The strength of the interaction between B-cells and T follicular helper cells decides whether the B-cells become antibody-producing plasma cells, researchers say.
AI Takes The Guesswork Out Of Drug Interactions
Researchers have developed a deep learning platform that predicts how drugs might adversely interact with other drugs or food.
Peptic Ulcer Drug Tames Superbugs
A bismuth-based drug typically used in the treatment of peptic ulcers could potentially help to prevent the spread of multi-drug resistant bacteria.
Putting The Paper Back Into E-Paper
Scientists in Japan have developed technology that could pave the way for paper-based electronic books.
Robots Join The Search For Advanced 2D Materials
A Japanese research team has developed a robot for the automated assembly of two-dimensional crystalline nanomaterials.
Epigenetics Makes White Fat Turn Beige
Targeting specific sites on the JMJD1A protein could help researchers transform white fat into beige fat without affecting other cellular processes.
Pinpointing The Roots Of Gastric Cancer With AI
Scientists have used artificial intelligence to identify mutations in the non-coding regions of the human genome that are responsible for causing gastric cancer.