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Scientists Reverse Dog Dementia With Stem Cell Therapy
Using its own stem cells, scientists have reversed the symptoms of an Alzheimer's-like condition in a dog.
Koala’s Genetic Diversity Suggests Decline Caused By Humans
Unlike other marsupials, koalas are not in bred, suggesting that other factors are responsible for their decline.
Substitute Out Sedentary Activities To Avoid An Early Death
Even sleeping is better than vegging out in front of the TV if you are sleep deprived, scientists say.
Exercise Triggers The Phosphorylation Of A Thousand Proteins
Over a thousand proteins are phosphorylated within ten minutes of exercise, suggesting that drugs to mimic exercise will have to target multiple pathways.
The Surprising Similarities Between Human & Seahorse Pregnancies
Seahorse dads take up the role of nourishing and bringing baby seahorses to term, akin to human mums' pregnancies.
Earth-Like Potentially Habitable Planet Found
If it proves to have a suitable atmosphere, the newly discovered Kepler-452b is similar enough to Earth to be potentially habitable.
Crowd Computing Used To Improve Water Filtration
Using the IBM Community Grid, researchers have shown how tiny oscillations in carbon nanotubes can be exploited to filter water.
Pyschosis In Some Children Could Be Linked To Autoimmunity
Eight out of 43 children experiencing psychosis for the first time had antibodies against dopamine or NMDA receptors, suggesting the involvement of the immune system.
Eating Your Way To Long Life & Many Kids
A study in mice has shown that it is possible to optimize diet for both long life and fertility.
