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China-Australia Agreements To Boost Scientific Research
A trio of agreements between the countries’ universities augurs well for regional scientific development.
Brain-Like Cells From Teeth
By growing them in an environment that favored the development of brain cells, scientists have coaxed dental pulp stem cells into neuron-like cells.
Where Did The Y Chromosome Come From?
By tracing the evolution of genes on the Y chromosome, scientists hope to understand how genes control sex determination.
Vaccine Could Prolong Melanoma Patient Survival
A ten-year study shows that a vaccine called vaccina melanoma cell lysate could help prolong the lives of late stage skin cancer patients.
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.
Generation X Kids Fatter Than Baby Boomers
Although they have similar levels of physical activity, people from Generation X are more than twice as likely to be obese, compared to baby boomers at the same age.
The Brain’s Inability To Change Linked To Chronic Pain
A study of patients with chronic headaches suggests that pain is linked with the brain's ability to change with use.
Critical Role Of Gene In Brain Development
Scientists have identified a gene responsible for early brain development that has been implicated in intellectual disability.
Faulty ‘Reality Testing’ Leads To Dreams, Déjà Vu And Delusions
An academic suggests that several mental conditions have the same underlying cause, that of faulty 'reality testing'.
