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Aegerion Conducts Phase III Trial For Anti-Cholesterol Drug
The clinical trial will test the efficacy of lomitapide as an adjunct treatment to reduce low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in patients suffering from homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
Sudden Death In Babies Linked To Lack Of Oxygen
The staining patterns of B-amyloid precursor protein in the brains of sudden infant death syndrome babies is similar to those who died of accidental asphyxiation.
Bosch Packaging Expands Capacity In Japan
Bosch has invested US$2.2 million in the larger Musashi site to meet the demand for pharmaceutical inspection technologies.
University Of Queensland Spinoff Attracts US$45 Million
Spinifex Pharmaceuticals will use the investment to run clinical trials for EMA401, an oral treatment for pain that has been shown not to have central nervous system side effects.
Thermo Fisher & NUS Form Research Alliance
Under the terms of the agreement, Thermo Fisher will issue research grants and fund a symposium to foster scientific collaboration.
Indonesian Dry Spell Could Have Amplified Ice Age
The levels of titanium in sediment cores from Lake Towuti indicate that the dry spell in Indonesia 16,000 to 30,000 years ago coincided with the peak of the last ice age.
Asia-Pacific Nations Prodded On Hepatitis Action Plans
Experts say that the Asia-Pacific region needs more cross-sector partnerships and funding to tackle viral hepatitis.
WHO Issues First Hepatitis C Guidelines
The recommendations include increasing hepatitis C screening, liver damage mitigation and how to select appropriate treatment for chronic infections.
Bats Could Help Protect Rice Against Pests
The wrinkle-lipped bat might be useful in protecting rice shoots against the white-backed planthopper, scientists say.
