Life Sciences and Chemistry
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Novel MRI Sensor Provides Molecular View of the Brain
Although functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) has enhanced our understanding of brain function since it was first introduced about 20 years ago, the…
Stem Cell Therapy Removes Cell Receptor that Attracts HIV
Using a humanized mouse model, the researchers transplanted a small RNA molecule known as short hairpin RNA (shRNA), which induced RNA interference into human…
Unexpected partners
Sometimes, molecules need help making the right connections. When multiple ways exist to join organic fragments together, metal catalysts can direct the…
When siblings grow apart
The genomes of higher organisms generally contain numerous genes originating from duplication events. In many cases, the resulting gene pairs maintain…
Researchers determine how ATP, molecule bearing 'the fuel of life,' is broken down in cells
Researchers at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center have figured out how ATP is broken down in cells, providing for the first time a clear…
Preventing or reversing inflammation after heart attack, stroke may require 2-pronged approach
Researchers at Albany Medical College are releasing results of a study this week that they say will help refocus the search for new drug targets aimed at…