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IL-17 Supercharges Stem Cell Growth

Mesenchymal stem cells treated with IL-17A grow twice as fast and are more efficient at regulating the immune system, scientists say.

Diet Linked To Asthma Severity In Pregnancy

Eating well pre-pregnancy could help asthmatics control their symptoms during pregnancy, study says.

Virulence Factor Building Block Found Hiding In Plain Sight

The discovery of the PATR motif found in the virulence factors of many harmful bacteria could lead to the development of new broad spectrum antibiotics.

The Link Between Sex & Endometriosis

The in vitro findings raise the possibility that exposure to seminal fluid may contribute to the worsening of endometriosis.

Processed Foods, Soft Drinks Linked To Harmful Chemicals

Pthalates have been found in the urine of 99.6 percent of Australian men in a pattern correlated to their intake of soft drinks.

Pasteurized Eggs Just As Allergic, Study Says

The allergens in raw eggs remain the same after pasteurization, justifying their use in oral tolerance studies.

The Basis Of Cadmium Toxicity Uncovered

Cadmium disrupts life at the cellular level by competing with other metal ions such as magnesium and zinc, study says.

Warning On Melatonin Use In Children

Although tempting, parents should be wary of using melatonin to help their children fall asleep.

Reversing Obesity’s Impact On Fertility

Drugs targeting the mitochondria could potentially be used to restore fertility to obese women, study suggests.