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Cracking The Chemistry Of A New Anti-Cancer Drug
Chemists have increased the yield of cortistatin A, a potentially useful compound that can treat HIV and certain cancers.
How HPV Hijacks Proteins To Cause Cervical Cancer
Human papilloma viruses use a protein known as EDD1 to destabilize the body's tumor suppressing mechanisms, scientists say.
ROBUST Desalination Membrane Resists Biofouling
Researchers have developed a hybrid water purification membrane that can resist the harsh chemicals used for cleaning.
Parental Absence Might Affect Brain Development
Children left without parental care for six months or more show changes to their brain structure linked to lower IQ.
Stone Man Syndrome Linked To Inflammation
Induced pluripotent stem cells have helped scientists uncover a new mechanism for the development of Stone Man Syndrome, narrowing down the search for much needed therapies.
Scientists Reverse Dog Dementia With Stem Cell Therapy
Using its own stem cells, scientists have reversed the symptoms of an Alzheimer's-like condition in a dog.
Does A Pony See What We See?
Like humans, ponies judge the size of objects using length rather than area, scientists have found.
Singapore Universities Establish First Joint PhD For Engineers
Students seeking to do a PhD in engineering in Singapore now have the option of a joint degree from the National University of Singapore and the Singapore University of Technology and Design.
Sniff ‘N’ Track Or Run ‘N’ Scan?
In familiar environments, the ‘run-and-scan’ strategy is a more efficient way of finding food, at least according to mathematical models.