biological mechanism
Zebrafish provide insights into causes and treatment of human diseases
At the 2012 International Zebrafish Development Conference, held June 20-24 in Madison, Wisconsin, numerous presentations highlighted the utility of the…
The 'appetite-suppressing' effect of proteins explained
A team led by Gilles Mithieux, Director of Inserm's Unit 855 “Nutrition and the Brain” in Lyon, has managed to explain the biological mechanisms behind these…
A high intake of certain dietary fats associated with lower live birth rates in IVF
The study investigated the effect of dietary fat (classified as total, saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, omega 6, omega 3 and trans) on a range of…
La Jolla Institute scientist discovers key step in immune system-fueled inflammation
Like detectives seeking footprints and other clues on a television “whodunit,” science can also benefit from analyzing the tracks of important players in the…
Versatility of zebrafish research highlighted at international conference
Amazingly, it has biological similarities to humans, which are making this small freshwater fish an increasingly popular model organism for studying vertebrate…
Hulk smash? Maybe not anymore: scientists block excess aggression in mice
Pathological rage can be blocked in mice, researchers have found, suggesting potential new treatments for severe aggression, a widespread trait characterized…