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Music and genomes: Beethoven's genes put to the test

Music and genomes: Beethoven's genes put to the test

by Ina Wittmann,Max Planck SocietyThe analysis of Beethoven's DNA shows possibilities and limits of predictions in the field of genetics. Credit: MPIEA / F. BernoullyTo what extent are excep

Music and genomes: Beethoven's genes put to the test

by Ina Wittmann,Max Planck SocietyThe analysis of Beethoven's DNA shows possibilities and limits of predictions in the field of genetics. Credit: MPIEA / F. BernoullyTo what extent are excep
Coronary sinus reducer relieves angina, but how it works remains unclear

Coronary sinus reducer relieves angina, but how it works remains unclear

byAmerican College of CardiologyCredit: Towfiqu barbhuiya from PexelsPeople with chronic chest pain who received a coronary sinus reducer (CSR)—a stent thought to increase the amount of oxygen-r

Coronary sinus reducer relieves angina, but how it works remains unclear

byAmerican College of CardiologyCredit: Towfiqu barbhuiya from PexelsPeople with chronic chest pain who received a coronary sinus reducer (CSR)—a stent thought to increase the amount of oxygen-r
New findings suggest life span can be increased by making cells less efficient at producing energy

New findings suggest life span can be increased by making cells less efficient at producing energy

by Pennington Biomedical Research CenterChristopher Axelrod, Director, Integrated Physiology and Molecular Medicine Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. Credit: PBRCA newstudy&nb

New findings suggest life span can be increased by making cells less efficient at producing energy

by Pennington Biomedical Research CenterChristopher Axelrod, Director, Integrated Physiology and Molecular Medicine Laboratory at Pennington Biomedical Research Center. Credit: PBRCA newstudy&nb
Research may offer relief to migraine sufferers

Research may offer relief to migraine sufferers

FEBRUARY 21, 2024by Josh Barney,University of VirginiaRoughly one in five women suffer from migraines, compared to fewer than one in 10 men. Credit: John DiJulia, University CommunicationsResear

Research may offer relief to migraine sufferers

FEBRUARY 21, 2024by Josh Barney,University of VirginiaRoughly one in five women suffer from migraines, compared to fewer than one in 10 men. Credit: John DiJulia, University CommunicationsResear
How to make mRNA therapeutics safe from the start

How to make mRNA therapeutics safe from the start

FEBRUARY 28, 2024by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityScientists eager to harness mRNA technology to fight cancer and more need to find ways to test early for safety, Northeastern

How to make mRNA therapeutics safe from the start

FEBRUARY 28, 2024by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityScientists eager to harness mRNA technology to fight cancer and more need to find ways to test early for safety, Northeastern
Study highlights impact of aldehydes on DNA damage and aging

Study highlights impact of aldehydes on DNA damage and aging

byNagoya UniversityHistones are crosslinked with DNA (histone-DPC) following formaldehyde exposure, leading to the malfunction of cellular processes such as transcription. Credit: Reiko Matsushi

Study highlights impact of aldehydes on DNA damage and aging

byNagoya UniversityHistones are crosslinked with DNA (histone-DPC) following formaldehyde exposure, leading to the malfunction of cellular processes such as transcription. Credit: Reiko Matsushi
Clinical trial: New dual therapy could revolutionize treatment of urothelial and bladder cancers

Clinical trial: New dual therapy could revolutionize treatment of urothelial and bladder cancers

by Georgia Gowing,Macquarie UniversityDr. Alison Zhang. Credit: Macquarie UniversityAn international clinical trial of a treatment for advanced urothelial cancer has found a new dual therapy can

Clinical trial: New dual therapy could revolutionize treatment of urothelial and bladder cancers

by Georgia Gowing,Macquarie UniversityDr. Alison Zhang. Credit: Macquarie UniversityAn international clinical trial of a treatment for advanced urothelial cancer has found a new dual therapy can
Positive parenting strategies can reduce child maltreatment

Positive parenting strategies can reduce child maltreatment

byUniversity of QueenslandOrganization engagement by local government area. Credit:Child Maltreatment(2024). DOI: 10.1177/10775595241259994University of Queensland research shows chi

Positive parenting strategies can reduce child maltreatment

byUniversity of QueenslandOrganization engagement by local government area. Credit:Child Maltreatment(2024). DOI: 10.1177/10775595241259994University of Queensland research shows chi
World-first human trial finds arthritis drug can suppress progression of type 1 diabetes

World-first human trial finds arthritis drug can suppress progression of type 1 diabetes

DECEMBER 6, 2023bySt Vincent's Institute of Medical ResearchCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearchers at St Vincent's Institute of Medical Research (SVI) in Melbourne have shown that a common

World-first human trial finds arthritis drug can suppress progression of type 1 diabetes

DECEMBER 6, 2023bySt Vincent's Institute of Medical ResearchCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearchers at St Vincent's Institute of Medical Research (SVI) in Melbourne have shown that a common
Off-label use of a common antibiotic to treat muscular dystrophy

Off-label use of a common antibiotic to treat muscular dystrophy

byOsaka UniversityMechanisms of molecular pathology and erythromycin treatment in myotonic dystrophy type 1 In myotonic dystrophy type 1, aberrant RNA transcribed from the mutant DMPK gene leads

Off-label use of a common antibiotic to treat muscular dystrophy

byOsaka UniversityMechanisms of molecular pathology and erythromycin treatment in myotonic dystrophy type 1 In myotonic dystrophy type 1, aberrant RNA transcribed from the mutant DMPK gene leads
Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

by Alex Russell,UC DavisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOutdoor air pollution from power plants, fires and cars continues to degrade human, animal and environmental health around the globe. New

Systematic review links outdoor air pollution to differences in children's brains

by Alex Russell,UC DavisCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOutdoor air pollution from power plants, fires and cars continues to degrade human, animal and environmental health around the globe. New