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Diamonds On Demand

Most of us know that diamonds are mined from the earth, but did you know that they can also be grown in the laboratory?

Editor’s Note – April 2015 Print Magazine

Check out our exclusive interviews with Takeda's Dr. Tachi Yamada and RIKEN's Professor Masayo Takahashi in the April 2015 print magazine!

Nanomaterial “Sniper” Targets Cancer Stem Cells

A nanomaterial that effectively targets cancer stem cells without harming non-cancerous cells shows significant therapeutic potential.

A New Target For Intractable Epilepsy

The mTOR signaling pathway has been identified as a potential therapeutic target in patients suffering from intractable epilepsy.

Pinpointing The Pacemaker Cells Of Sleep Cycles

A study in mice has identified the specific neurons involved in the regulation of the circadian cycle.

Beards As Badges Of Honor?

In primates, ostentatious markings could serve to make males more attractive to females and more intimidating to other males.

Asian Medical Plants Face Extinction Risk

The loss of Asia's biodiversity could also mean the loss of future drugs, with natural products the source of more than a third of the drugs available on the market.

The Genes Behind Colorectal Cancer Relapse

Researchers are developing a diagnostic test for metasizing colon cancer based on the patient's genetic profile.

WuXi’s Anti-Arthritis Antibody Accepted For CFDA Review

WuXi MedImmune Biopharmaceutical Co. Limited's anti-IL-6 monoclonal antibody is indicated for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.