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Pain Relief From Snail Venom

A new form of pain relief derived from snail venom is 100 times more potent than existing drugs and avoids addiction, scientists say.

Drugs For Aches & Pains Could Fight Superbugs, Study

Scientists have found that commonly used anti-inflammation drugs could also be used as antibiotics.

Drug-Resistant Bugs Surge During Pilgrimage Season

Scientists have detected a 20-fold increase in drug-resistant bacteria in South Asian waters during pilgrimage season.

US$12 Million In Grants Awarded For Neglected Diseases

Japan's Global Health Initiative Technology Fund has committed US$12 million in grants for neglected diseases and a potential tuberculosis vaccine.

Molecular Methods To Track Super-Resistant Gonorrhea

Scientists say that their new molecular approach will enhance the ability to track and contain the spread of drug-resistant gonorrhea.

More Work On HIV In Laos Needed

Though the incidence of HIV/AIDS in Laos is relatively low, more could be done to improve awareness and treatment coverage, say health officials.

Critical Role Of Gene In Brain Development

Scientists have identified a gene responsible for early brain development that has been implicated in intellectual disability.

The Future Of Life Science With Agilent Technologies

The Young Scientist Forum organized by Agilent Technologies will take place at the University of Melbourne on March 28 and Biopolis Singapore on April 29.

Fruit Flies Help Uncover Tumor-Preventing Proteins

Scientists have identified a protein complex that stops brain cells from dedifferentiating back into stem cells, thereby preventing tumor formation.