Troubleshooters that block cancer
A family of “limpet-like” proteins play a crucial role in repairing DNA damage which can lead to cancer, two studies show.
Archive for December, 2009
‘Switch’ could block Huntington’s
A “molecular switch” that can prevent Huntington’s disease developing is found in mice, a US study concludes.
US Senate passes key health bill
The US Senate passes the final version of a historic healthcare reform bill, in a boost to President Barack Obama.
Troubleshooters that block cancer
A family of “limpet-like” proteins play a crucial role in repairing DNA damage which can lead to cancer, two studies show.
‘Switch’ could block Huntington’s
A “molecular switch” that can prevent Huntington’s disease developing is found in mice, a US study concludes.
US Senate passes key health bill
The US Senate passes the final version of a historic healthcare reform bill, in a boost to President Barack Obama.
Alzheimer’s may ‘ward off cancer’
Alzheimer’s disease is associated with a reduced risk of cancer and vice versa, a US study suggests.
Another ‘bad cholesterol’ found
Scientists say they have found proof that another “bad” type of cholesterol contributes to heart disease.
Scientists ‘decode’ memory making
Scientists believe they have uncovered one of the mechanisms that enable the brain to form memories.
Low hormones ‘make birth harder’
Expectant mums who are low in thyroid hormone are more likely to struggle with labour, findings suggest.