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2010-05-31 Karolinska Institutet researchers produce human stem cells without using animal substances 0 5
2010-05-31 Eating animals' meat hunted using lead ammunition can be dangerous for health: Study 0 None
2010-05-31 DNAzymes and substrates constitute a platform for logic operations essential to computational processes 0 None
2010-05-31 Free online seminars on Reaction Progress Kinetic Analysis 0 None
2010-05-31 Ubichem Research receives approval for supply of cGMP radiolabelled APIs 0 None
2010-05-31 Researchers identify pattern of gene expression in kidney transplant recipients who don't need anti-rejection drugs 0 None
2010-05-31 BioTime offers 5 new human stem cell lines developed using ACTCellerate technology for research use 0 None
2010-05-31 Scientists identify new susceptibility genes in genome-wide association study of nasopharyngeal carcinoma 0 None
2010-05-31 Researchers identify body's natural self-repair mechanism that kicks in after spinal-cord injury 0 None
2010-05-31 Adenosine plays major role in parlaying effects of acupuncture 0 None
2010-05-31 Researchers identify gene responsible for Meckel-Gruber and Joubert syndromes 0 3
2010-05-29 Research and Markets announces a comprehensive guide to practice of school neuropsychology 0 1
2010-05-29 Yeast produce a hormone that triggers fungal cells to become more infectious 0 1
2010-05-29 Various aspects of consumer genetics to be discussed at 2nd Annual Consumer Genetics Conference 0 None
2010-05-29 RNA viruses hijack cellular enzyme to create viral replication factories on cell membranes 0 None
2010-05-29 UC Riverside botanist receives BSA Merit Award for outstanding contributions to botanical science 0 None
2010-05-29 Circumstantial evidence suggests first identified Alzheimer disease patient carried N141I presenilin-2 mutation 0 None
2010-05-29 Famous painters, musicians, and writers who fought against neurological disorders 0 None
2010-05-29 RNAi therapy shuts down gene critical to RSV, prevents virus replication 0 5
2010-05-29 Study demonstrates protection against Ebola infection in nonhuman primates using RNAi 0 5
2010-05-29 Preimplantation Factor essential for pregnancy to succeed: Study 0 None
2010-05-29 Allergic reactions prevent people with allergic asthma from generating healthy immune response to influenza 0 None
2010-05-29 New, non-controversial source of stem cells can form heart muscle cells, repair heart damage 0 None
2010-05-29 Pancreatic cancer patients with circulating tumor cells tend to have worse outcomes: Study 0 None
2010-05-28 Novel pipette technique for study of structural properties of tissues 0 None
2010-05-28 Researchers discover bitter taste inhibitor 0 3
2010-05-28 Study papers shows how nutrients affect gene expression 0 2
2010-05-28 Novel imaging system helps visualize and monitor cellular immune responses of transplanted tissue in real time 0 None
2010-05-28 Helicobacter pylori's helical shape helps it colonize the stomach 0 None
2010-05-28 Amorfix, Aragen Bioscience collaborate to develop high-affinity monoclonal antibodies against targets for cancer 0 None
2010-05-28 Advocates urge Congress to reauthorize C.W. Bill Young Cell Transplantation Program and NCBI 0 None
2010-05-28 New study provides cause-and-effect link between immune system cells and mental illness 0 None
2010-05-28 Research finding could lead to first-ever target for drug therapy for lymphedema 0 3
2010-05-28 NeoStem to present adult stem cell technologies at Stem Cell Investor & Executive Networking Conference 0 None
2010-05-28 Cardiac biomarkers help nephrologists manage fluid overload in dialysis patients: Study 0 None
2010-05-28 BG Medicine announces data presentations on galectin-3 at Heart Failure Congress 2010 0 None
2010-05-28 Small molecule ramps up interferon production in host cells, launching potent immune response 0 None
2010-05-28 Scientists study interaction between Notch signaling pathway and BCL6 gene to understand how cancer forms 0 5
2010-05-28 Progenics presents preclinical data on novel monoclonal antibodies against toxins produced by C. difficile 0 None
2010-05-28 UT Southwestern researchers create 35 new rat "lines" with mutations in specific genes 0 None
2010-05-28 E. coli O157:H7 is rare in some wildlife species of California's Central Coast region: Researchers 0 None
2010-05-28 Regulus Therapeutics obtains rights to intellectual property covering methods for modulating microRNA-21 0 None
2010-05-28 Bone marrow transplant cures excessive pathological grooming behavior in mice 0 None
2010-05-28 CDP-choline may block skull and brain damage that result from alcohol consumption early in pregnancy 0 None
2010-05-28 OHSU partners with UO, Harvard to expedite research into compounds that may prevent Fanconi anemia 0 None
2010-05-28 Research finding may offer future alternative to antibiotics 0 3
2010-05-28 Applied Biocode receives CE Certified marking for BioCode-1000 Analyzer 0 None
2010-05-27 Scientists develop inexpensive method for determining chemicals that may cause skin allergies 0 None
2010-05-27 Leading stem cell scientists to discuss on stem cell clinical trials for ALS and heart attack patients 0 None
2010-05-27 Genentech uses Complete Genomics' sequencing service to compare primary lung tumor, adjacent normal tissue 0 None
2010-05-27 Study of GCF advances efforts to develop early test for gum disease 0 None
2010-05-27 Oregon State University researchers make fundamental advance in robotics 0 None
2010-05-27 Abnormal androgen signaling in ovaries cause female infertility 0 None
2010-05-27 Tendons in high-stress areas repair themselves less frequently than low-stress tendons: Study 0 None
2010-05-27 Blocking the activity of death receptor can stop tumor growth: New research study 0 1
2010-05-27 Blocking the activity of PAT proteins stops cancer cell growth: Scientists 0 None
2010-05-27 UCI scientists create eight-layer, early-stage retina from human embryonic stem cells 0 4
2010-05-27 Small segment of a protein can control normal expression of genes: Research 0 2
2010-05-27 Researchers discover genetic variant that raises risk of CHD 0 None
2010-05-27 Mount Sinai School of Medicine deploys Isilon scale-out NAS for DNA sequencing and analysis workflow 0 None
2010-05-27 Modified measles virus may hold potential for treatment of medulloblastoma 0 None
2010-05-27 Space Shuttle Atlantis returns from International Space Station with tenth scientific payload for Astrogenetix 0 5
2010-05-27 Amira announces UK patent grant for heteroalkyl antagonists of prostaglandin D2 receptors 0 None
2010-05-27 UCSF research shows brief exercise buffers the effects of stress-induced cell aging 0 1
2010-05-27 Researchers use new imaging technique to view microvessels in the brains of living mice 0 None
2010-05-27 Bacteria may play wider role in people predisposed to obesity: Researchers 0 None
2010-05-27 OpEds: Missouri vote on insurance mandate, Sacramento's 'rabbit hole,' Venter on synthetic cells 0 None
2010-05-26 Research findings offer possible applications in diagnosis and treatment of patients with atherosclerosis 0 None
2010-05-26 New book summarizes current state of research on NF-κB 0 None
2010-05-26 VisEn Medical announces launch of two new imaging agents at EMIM 2010 0 None
2010-05-26 Researchers report key cellular pathway in deadly brain cancer malignant glioma 0 None
2010-05-26 Good number of natural bypass vessels an 'insurance policy' against blockage 0 None
2010-05-26 Researchers discover gene mutations in autistic, mentally impaired patients 0 None
2010-05-26 CorCell reduces initial cost of storing umbilical cord blood stem cells 0 None
2010-05-26 Lyophilized heparin demonstrates better ability to preserve cord blood stem cells than CPD: Study 0 None
2010-05-26 UCSF scientists discover new stem cell in developing human brain 0 None
2010-05-26 Highlights from June 2010 issue of American Journal of Pathology 0 None
2010-05-26 CEVEC, Pevion Biotech sign license option agreement for transient CAP-T cell expression technology 0 None
2010-05-26 Silence Therapeutics deepens diverse portfolio of RNAi intellectual property 0 None
2010-05-26 Increasing levels of GGA3 protein prevent accumulation of enzyme linked to Alzheimer's disease 0 5
2010-05-26 Defect in cellular pathways provides new explanation for earliest stages of craniosynostosis in newborns 0 None
2010-05-26 RCSI researchers identify biomarker that can predict severity of breast cancer 0 None
2010-05-25 Exiqon, MultiD Analyses partnership leads to advanced GenEx qPCR data analysis program development 0 None
2010-05-25 Nanoliposomes engineered to deliver therapeutic drugs that kill malignant cells 0 None
2010-05-25 Significant progress on international development strategy for stem cell-derived human corneal tissue 0 None
2010-05-25 Clovis Oncology, Avila Therapeutics announce development agreement for NSCLC EMSI program 0 None
2010-05-25 Researchers study how hematopoietic cells react when Epo levels increase 0 None
2010-05-25 Epeius Biotechnologies announces Phase I/II study results of Rexin-G and Reximmune-C for cancer immunotherapy 0 None
2010-05-25 t2c001 product obtains certificate under EMA regulations for ATMPs 0 None
2010-05-25 Researchers determine critical role of bone marrow cells in fighting respiratory viruses 0 None
2010-05-25 Folate supplementation thwarts heart birth defects induced by alcohol exposure in early pregnancy 0 None
2010-05-25 Researchers use zebrafish as model to analyze function of every known mutation in BBS 0 None
2010-05-25 Agilent Technologies, Stemina Biomarker Discovery to accelerate metobolomic research 0 None
2010-05-25 Excessive amounts of HSP10 inside mitochondria can halt body's ageing process: Researchers 0 3
2010-05-25 Joint research by UB and CDC could lead to new generation of antiviral medicines 0 None
2010-05-25 Researchers identify mechanisms involved in gene mutation 0 None
2010-05-25 Natural anti-inflammatory protein effective against meningitis-causing bacteria 0 None
2010-05-25 A unique multi-modal atlas of human brain 0 None
2010-05-25 Silver nanoparticles effective at killing all kinds of bacteria 0 None
2010-05-24 Scientists develop DNA-vaccine that restricts supply of blood to tumours 0 None
2010-05-24 Thymosin beta 4 reduces brain tissue damage, improves brain function in rats: Research paper 0 None
2010-05-24 Expression Analysis agrees to purchase PacBio RS DNA sequencing system from Pacific Biosciences 0 None
2010-05-24 Sangamo's ZFP Therapeutics technology highlighted at ASGCT Annual Meeting 0 None
2010-05-24 Lithium reduces brain inflammation by adjusting metabolism of DHA: Researchers 0 5
2010-05-24 Stem cell research could lead to new treatment strategies for motor neuron disease 0 None
2010-05-24 Study: Th1 cells play a vital role in pathogenesis of immune-mediated diseases 0 None
2010-05-24 New electronic device regulates nerve cell activity 0 None
2010-05-21 New marker may be the significant breakthrough in allergy testing for newborn babies 1 4
2010-05-21 PDGFRA gene may lead to effective treatments for paediatric high grade glioma: Study 0 None
2010-05-21 New England Peptide launches NEPTune line of custom proteomics reagents 0 None
2010-05-21 ArQule announces presentations on ARQ 197 c-Met inhibitor at 2010 ASCO 0 None
2010-05-21 IGF1 drug improves nerve cell communication in PMS mouse model 0 None
2010-05-21 European researchers define research priorities in biogerontology 0 5
2010-05-21 New technique may improve treatments for heart disease 0 None
2010-05-21 Cancer Institute of New Jersey investigators target autophagy 0 None
2010-05-21 Pluristem to highlight potential of PLX-PAD cell therapy for critical limb ischemia at 16th ISCT 0 None
2010-05-21 Researchers identify drug that improves communication between nerve cells in Phelan-McDermid Syndrome 0 4.5
2010-05-21 Researchers discover key gene that promotes development of common kidney cancer 0 None
2010-05-21 New synthesized genome may lead to advances in health and biotechnology 0 None
2010-05-21 'Teachable moments' can reduce cancer risk in children of parents with mutations in tumor suppressor genes 0 None
2010-05-21 Restoration of post-meal blood vessel expansion may help improve strength and health in elderly people 0 None
2010-05-21 eGFR as valuable as Ccr as an indicator of preoperative renal function in gastric cancer patients: Study 0 None
2010-05-21 Vitamin D plays much wider role in people's life 0 2
2010-05-21 Infinity to present data from Hsp90 chaperone and Hedgehog pathway inhibitor programs at 2010 ASCO 0 None
2010-05-21 MSCRF awards grants to 42 projects under Maryland Stem Cell Research Act of 2006 0 None
2010-05-21 JCVI researchers construct first self-replicating, synthetic bacterial cell 0 None
2010-05-21 HemaCare announces commercial cell therapy collection agreement with Dendreon 0 None
2010-05-21 Studies identify new chemical compounds that could lead to development of new malaria drugs 1 4
2010-05-21 COTI reports positive results from first phase of HIV integrase inhibitor discovery program 0 None
2010-05-21 Biocept granted US patent for cell separation technology using microfluidic device 0 1
2010-05-21 AMT reports positive preclinical data from cholesterol targeting AAV gene therapy study 0 None
2010-05-20 Lawmakers probe consumer genetic testing kits 0 None
2010-05-20 Study demonstrates anti-prostate cancer properties of Modified Citrus Pectin 0 5
2010-05-20 BioLife Solutions first-quarter revenue up 36% to $513,000 0 None
2010-05-20 EPFL develops flowing 3D model of cardiovascular system that predicts heart attacks 0 None
2010-05-20 Spanish researchers reprogram adult stem cells to help cardiac muscle regeneration 0 None
2010-05-20 Boston University biomedical engineers develop new nanopore method for DNA sequencing 0 None
2010-05-20 Study shows plexiform lesion develops in experimental rat model of severe PAH 0 None
2010-05-20 Androgen receptors promote hepatitis B virus in growth and development of hepatoma cells 0 None
2010-05-20 New Agilent SurePrint G3 Gene Expression Microarrays introduced 0 None
2010-05-20 Elevated levels of Lp-PLA2 associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease 0 None
2010-05-20 Role of neurotransmitter acetylcholine may suggest new treatment for Parkinson's disease: Researchers 0 None
2010-05-20 Live malaria parasites in the skin shut down immune responses and block vaccine function: Study 0 None
2010-05-20 Mutation in BRCA1 tumor suppressor gene helps develop breast, ovarian cancer: Study 0 None
2010-05-20 Illusion challenges human visual system and brain 0 None
2010-05-20 New study shows CDPK1 controls toxoplasma's ability to secrete microneme proteins 0 None
2010-05-20 Trius awarded new DTRA contract for developing novel antibiotics against gram-negative bacterial pathogens 0 None
2010-05-20 Zebrafish may help scientists reveal function of mysterious enzyme linked to steroid cortisol 0 None
2010-05-20 EPO rules in favor of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals’ Kreutzer-Limmer '945 patent 0 None
2010-05-20 Over-expression of Stat5 protein leads to deadly spread of prostate cancer: Study 0 None
2010-05-20 UAMS and partners receive $14.7M NIH grant for extension of biomedical research 0 None
2010-05-20 Luminex, HTG launch qBead Gene Expression Assay 0 None
2010-05-20 Gene therapy shows positive effects in rat models of PAH: Researchers 0 None
2010-05-19 Curis announces inclusion in NASDAQ Biotechnology Index 0 None
2010-05-19 Essen BioScience launches CellPlayer Cell Migration 96-well assay kit 0 5
2010-05-19 Targacept commences Phase 2 clinical proof of concept trial of TC-5619 in adults with ADHD 0 None
2010-05-19 Rosetta Genomics announces publication of study on discovery of microRNAs in solid tumors 0 None
2010-05-19 Experimental evolution used to develop new strains of bacteria for use as probiotic substances 0 None
2010-05-19 Children with new/recent onset epilepsy have slowed expansion of white matter volume 0 None
2010-05-19 Positive data from Geron's TAT153 small molecule telomerase activator in animal model of IPF 0 None
2010-05-19 BBSRC, EPSRC fund £1.5M for synthetic biology projects under EuroSYNBIO Programme 0 None
2010-05-19 StemSave lauds research on new technique that can orchestrate body's own stem cells to regenerate teeth 0 4
2010-05-19 Research team converts astroglia into two main classes of cortical neurons 0 None
2010-05-19 Study identifies suppression as a mediator between negative emotions and desire to binge 0 None
2010-05-19 Study examines impact of APOE ε4 on cognitive function, brain anatomy in AD patients 0 None
2010-05-19 NeoStem, Vatican's Pontifical Council collaborate to expand raise awareness of adult stem cell therapies 0 5
2010-05-19 Study results may help researchers determine genetic abnormalities that cause lung disease to develop 0 None
2010-05-19 Research findings help explain diverse genetic susceptibility for alcohol use disorders 0 None
2010-05-19 Study confirms low levels of serotonin transporter in cerebral cortex of chronic ecstasy users 0 None
2010-05-19 Research analysis shows 10% of fathers experience prenatal or postpartum depression 0 None
2010-05-19 Natural molecule in body counters progression of osteoarthritis: Scientists 0 None
2010-05-19 PET scanning provides great insight into immune response 0 None
2010-05-19 Researchers identify cancer gene that could help fight paediatric glioma 0 None
2010-05-19 Choir singing induces state of stimulated regeneration in IBS patients 0 5
2010-05-19 Newly-discovered watchmen DCs instruct T cells to attack and destroy cancer cells 0 None
2010-05-19 FDA grants Illumina 510(k) clearance for VeraCode Genotyping Test for Factor V and Factor II 0 None
2010-05-18 International Stem Cell announces strategic alliance with TAP 0 None
2010-05-18 Cytori's first StemSource Cell Bank sold in the U.S. 0 None
2010-05-18 Human stem cells restore alveolar epithelial tissue after E. coli endotoxin-induced ALI: Researchers 0 4
2010-05-18 Ion Torrent chairman and CEO named 2010 winner of Connecticut Medal of Technology 0 None
2010-05-18 PerkinElmer launches innovative solutions platform for Low Light Level Detection applications 0 None
2010-05-18 Study confirms genetic overlap for susceptibility to COPD and lung cancer 0 None
2010-05-18 Helicos BioSciences to focus business on diagnostics markets 0 None
2010-05-18 Sleep apnea increases insulin resistance: Study 0 None
2010-05-18 IMUC, Torrey Pines Institute identify peptides that generate CD-133 specific T-cells 0 None
2010-05-18 Study of link between cell phone use and brain tumours inconclusive 0 None
2010-05-18 BioSante receives two new US patents covering 2A/Furin technology for expressing proteins 0 None
2010-05-18 VBI researchers establish new tree of life for gamma-proteobacteria 0 None
2010-05-18 Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research receives "Grand Challenges Explorations" grant 0 None
2010-05-18 GATC Biotech to sequence samples from pediatric brain tumors for world's largest cancer research project 0 None
2010-05-18 Sleeping newborns are better learners: Study 0 1
2010-05-18 Scientists discover prothymosin-alpha protein to control HIV and other infections 0 None
2010-05-18 Caffeine normalizes brain function and prevents cognitive decline 0 None
2010-05-18 Sonablate HIFU treatment now available in Bermuda for patients with prostate cancer 1 None
2010-05-18 Ambry Genetics launches AmbryScreen test for genetic screening of severe, common childhood diseases 0 None
2010-05-17 Hawthorn announces licensing deal with University of Pittsburgh for novel monoclonal antibodies for cancer 0 5
2010-05-17 Berman Institute experts available for comment on direct-to-consumer marketing of genetic test kits 0 None
2010-05-17 University of Freiburg to host symposium on fate 0 None
2010-05-17 Scientists find clues to how our brains work 0 None
2010-05-17 Tufts University's School of Arts and Sciences receives $9.5M grant to create research space 0 None
2010-05-17 Blood-flow fMRI to be used to study brain-wide impact of neural circuitry changes 0 None
2010-05-17 Study identifies potential noninvasive biomarkers in NAFLD, NASH using Metabolon's platform 0 None
2010-05-17 UNC-developed technique has broad applications in cancer, biomedical research 0 None
2010-05-17 Genes living in the outskirts of chromosomes more prone to duplication: Study 0 None
2010-05-15 Biobanking is a step closer to becoming reality in Europe 0 None
2010-05-15 Saint John's Health Center Trustee receives 2010 Distinguished Medical Science Award 0 None
2010-05-15 Researchers identify protein involved in pushing bladder tumors to become invasive 0 None
2010-05-15 Mechanism in newborn's memory centre that adjusts brain maturation for information processing discovered 0 None
2010-05-15 Athersys presents data supporting MultiStem programs 0 None
2010-05-15 Power3 Medical Products files provisional patent applications with USPTO 0 5
2010-05-15 Robertson Foundation gifts NYSCF $27 million 1 None
2010-05-15 Essential introduction to molecular genetics of bacteria 0 None
2010-05-15 Research sheds light on early embryogenesis, genetic disease 0 None
2010-05-15 HSPH researchers succeed in locking malaria parasites within infected blood cells 0 5
2010-05-15 MP Biomedicals, RUSNANO to implement projects focused on anti-aging, nanobiotechnology 0 None
2010-05-15 LiU researchers discover new mechanism in stem cell regulation 0 None
2010-05-15 NYSCF receives a grant of $27M to advance in stem cell research 0 None
2010-05-15 World Science Festival announces 2010 Kavli Prize laureates 0 None
2010-05-14 Oxygen levels induce X chromosome inactivation in female cells: Study 0 None
2010-05-14 Revolutionary technology to protect skin stem cells and combat chronological aging 0 None
2010-05-14 Male physical competition central in winning mates among human ancestors: Penn State 0 None
2010-05-14 New way to coax embryonic stem cells and reprogrammed adult cells to develop sensory cells 0 4
2010-05-14 Measuring gene expression in healthy women may predict future breast cancer risk, say scientists 0 None
2010-05-14 Tiny cell bricks hold potential for building artificial tissue 0 4
2010-05-14 Study examines impact of tobacco smoke carcinogen on mice 0 None
2010-05-14 Researchers determine how cells regulate chromosome/microtubule interface 0 None
2010-05-14 Stanford researchers make hair-cell-like cells in a petri dish 0 None
2010-05-14 Each melanoma cell capable of cancer stem cell behavior: Study 0 None
2010-05-14 ISCA recommends chromosomal microarray as new standard for genetic evaluation of children 0 None
2010-05-14 GRNCM1 do not cause cardiac arrhythmias after transplantation: Preclinical study 0 None
2010-05-14 Mild-mannered organelles can detect virus invasion signals: Researchers 0 None
2010-05-14 GE Healthymagination Fund invests $5M in CardioDx 0 None
2010-05-14 Fibrocell Science commences histology study of azficel-T for treatment of nasolabial fold wrinkles 0 None
2010-05-14 Calcium deficiency may make people more prone to osteoporosis, obesity in later life: Study 0 None
2010-05-13 Arrowhead decreases second-quarter consolidated operating expenses by 58% 0 None
2010-05-13 Researchers provide better understanding of anti-cell death proteins and potential antagonist to defeat them 0 None
2010-05-13 CyGene Laboratories reports heightened interest in at-home genetic testing 0 None
2010-05-13 Study shows direct cellular interaction between endocannabinoids and alcohol in the brain 0 None
2010-05-13 Daily consumption of probiotic cheese helps tackle age-related changes in immune system: Research 0 None
2010-05-13 Research article focuses on how IECs respond to probiotic strain B. lactis HN019 0 None
2010-05-13 SAGE launches further two Therapeutic Advances journals 0 None
2010-05-13 Research investigates MDR in human HCC 0 None
2010-05-13 Cognitive strategies lessen depression symptoms: Study 0 None
2010-05-13 Researchers to discuss various implications for personalized medicine during one-day symposium 0 None
2010-05-13 Celera to present on AIDS pandemic, AZT drugs at Computational Molecular Biology Symposium 0 None
2010-05-13 RYGB surgery increases insulin activity in diabetes mellitus patients 0 None
2010-05-13 Researchers develop new approach to immunotherapy of cancer 0 None
2010-05-13 Music enhances new learning of information in AD patients 0 None
2010-05-13 Four caged xanthones can inhibit growth of CCA cell lines: Research article 0 None
2010-05-13 Tobacco-free cigarettes may be more carcinogenic than tobacco products: Study 0 None
2010-05-13 NARSAD honours UNC's Patrick Sullivan with 2010 Distinguished Investigator Award 0 None
2010-05-13 Research sheds light on prenatal heart formation, chromosome 22q.11 deletion syndrome 0 None
2010-05-13 Tripos releases SYBYL-X 1.1 molecular modeling suite 0 None
2010-05-13 Regeneron Pharmaceuticals provides update on REGN727, REGN475 antibody product candidates 0 None
2010-05-13 Tracking genes in infant's intestine helps compare early development of breast-fed and formula-fed babies 0 None
2010-05-13 Microbiologists identify potential target in cattle to prevent E. coli strain 0 None
2010-05-12 China Biologic subsidiary Shandong Taibang receives approval to build two new plasma stations 0 None
2010-05-12 FDA approves Aeterna Zentaris' AEZS-108 IND for bladder cancer 0 None
2010-05-12 Genetic variations do not improve ability to predict risk of AD: Study 0 None
2010-05-12 Marriage raises life expectancy 0 None
2010-05-12 Sanford-Burnham Scientific Symposium provides wealth of information on microRNAs, RNAi 0 None
2010-05-12 Key mechanisms for delivery of LNP-encapsulated siRNAs to the liver 0 None
2010-05-12 Mutations in STRAD-alpha gene can cause PMSE syndrome in Amish children: Penn researchers 0 None
2010-05-12 New approach to harness and modulate enzyme activity 0 None
2010-05-12 Giardia's surface proteins may work as vaccines to help prevent infections: Research scholar 0 None
2010-05-12 Genetic tests represent future of cancer care for women 0 None
2010-05-12 Mutation causing light chain amyloidosis identified 0 None
2010-05-12 Benefits outweigh risks in myeloablative therapy for children with high-risk neuroblastoma 0 5
2010-05-12 BioGenes study documents insufficient sensitivity of ELISA-based generic HCP assay 0 None
2010-05-12 NiKem Research receives Italian authorization to perform toxicology studies of NCEs in rodents 0 None
2010-05-12 Biotage extends peptide synthesis research collaboration with University of Copenhagen 0 None
2010-05-12 Response Genetics, GSK sign non-exclusive license agreement for BRAF mutational analysis technology 0 None
2010-05-12 Researchers discover molecular mechanism behind smoking cessation effect 0 None
2010-05-12 OriGene Technologies, ISB to create proteotypic PeptideAtlas and SRM/MRM mass spectrometry standard database 0 None
2010-05-12 Researchers develop new method for tracing carbon flux 0 None
2010-05-12 Neurimmune Therapeutics honored with ZKB TECHNOPARK Pioneer Award 0 None
2010-05-12 Beike Biotechnology, Jiangsu government's CMC open world's largest stem cell management center 0 None
2010-05-12 Anti-inflammatory drugs help block kidney destruction that occurs with hypertension: Researchers 0 None
2010-05-12 Study confirms Resveratrol's impact on cognitive processes of the brain 0 None
2010-05-12 MaxCyte STX Scalable Transfection System acquired by CCS Cell Culture Service 0 None
2010-05-12 CEVEC, Aragen Bioscience announce strategic license agreement 0 None
2010-05-12 Many pregnant women in the U.S. have insufficient vitamin D levels: Study 0 None
2010-05-12 Compugen discovers CGEN-928 as antibody drug target for treatment of multiple myeloma 0 1
2010-05-11 Amorfix, Epitomics collaborate to develop high-affinity monoclonal antibodies against cancer targets 0 None
2010-05-11 Children's Hospital Boston launches new website on stem cells 0 None
2010-05-11 BSD, ProZyme partner to redefine biotherapeutic glycan analysis workflow 0 None
2010-05-11 New study to send microorganisms into space 0 None
2010-05-11 Study reveals association between cardiac vagal activity and functional somatic symptoms 0 None
2010-05-11 Rosetta Genomics announces USPTO notice of allowance for Sanger hsa-miR-451 0 None
2010-05-11 Potential new drug therapies for treatment of tuberculosis 0 3
2010-05-11 RIKEN OSC to purchase CLC bio's high-throughput sequencing analysis solution 0 None
2010-05-11 Pathway Genomics personal genetic testing kits to be sold at Walgreens 0 2
2010-05-11 Gene variations may increase risk of developing schizophrenia: Study 0 None
2010-05-11 Increased cholesterol levels can affect microenvironment of bone marrow 0 None
2010-05-11 SNP biomarker could reduce guesswork associated with prescribing drugs 0 None
2010-05-11 UCF receives $1.9M NIH grant for exploring new ways of reversing damage caused by MS 0 None
2010-05-11 Study finds familial restless legs syndrome more prominent among French Canadian women 0 None
2010-05-11 Exposure to fine particulate matter can trigger cardiovascular deaths, heart attacks 0 None
2010-05-11 Pregnant women at risk for pregnancy problems caused by oral bacteria 0 None
2010-05-11 Researchers develop new type of drug to kill non-Hodgkin lymphoma tumor cells 0 None
2010-05-10 Multicomponent psychological intervention helps reduce alexithymia and cancer pain 0 None
2010-05-10 Affymetrix delivers array for 100,000-sample Kaiser Permanente/UCSF genotyping project 0 None
2010-05-10 FDA grants EUA for IQuum's Liat Influenza A/2009 H1N1 Assay 0 None
2010-05-10 Mice express pain through facial expressions, says study 0 None
2010-05-10 UC San Diego researchers discover potential new treatment for familial adenomatous polyposis 0 None
2010-05-10 Positive results from Cytori's Celution-based ADRC trial for treatment of no-option chronic heart disease patients 0 None
2010-05-10 More genetic sites associated with increase in breast cancer risk discovered 0 None
2010-05-10 UT Southwestern offers advanced lung-cancer patients free screenings of tumors for genetic mutations 0 None
2010-05-10 UT Southwestern researchers uncover core function of gene involved in Fragile X syndrome 0 None
2010-05-10 Depression, hostile behavior increase risk of mortality 0 None
2010-05-10 BD Biosciences introduces new Influx Cell Sorting System 0 None
2010-05-10 Iowa researcher uses new technique to verify brain's master switch 0 None
2010-05-10 Novel imaging techniques improve post heart attack survival rates in mouse model 0 4
2010-05-10 Animal study reveals intestinal bacteria can promote tumor growth 0 None
2010-05-10 Sagacity may have a neurobiological basis 0 None
2010-05-10 A cutting-edge symposium sheds light on the possibilities of molecular neuroimaging 0 None
2010-05-07 Ancient DNA sequences within human cells can help cancer cells survive: Study 0 None
2010-05-07 Inflammation enzyme regulates production of brown fat tissue 0 None
2010-05-07 Report: 34 C>G of PPAR-γ gene might be a potential therapeutic target for colon cancer 0 None
2010-05-07 New report: Evaluation of Biomarkers and Surrogate Endpoints in Chronic Disease 0 None
2010-05-07 Chemical changes in genetic material regulate activity of many genes 0 5
2010-05-07 S2S hosts students from Newark Science Park High School for a day of hands-on science 0 None
2010-05-07 Researchers investigate aberrant expression of nuclear matrix proteins in gastric cancer cells 0 None
2010-05-07 Encouraging B. anthracis to unwittingly unmask itself will help eradicate the pathogen 0 None
2010-05-07 Cytori Therapeutics to initiate European medical device approval study for Celution System 0 None
2010-05-07 Plant breeding can be used to produce new types of wheat with enhanced health benefits 0 None
2010-05-07 Halozyme Therapeutics first-quarter net loss decreases to $11.8 million 0 None
2010-05-07 Fragile X syndrome iPS cells and embryonic stem cells behave differently: Study 0 None
2010-05-07 Manual provides laboratory methods, information and resources on new collection of model species 0 None
2010-05-07 Closer to understanding age-related memory loss and drug to boost memory 0 None
2010-05-07 DNA capture techniques enable sequencing of ancient Neandertal DNA 0 None
2010-05-07 ETH Zurich researchers discover HIV transmission chains 0 None
2010-05-07 Kaposi's Sarcoma-associated herpesvirus replicates, spreads by hijacking PYM cellular protein 0 1
2010-05-07 Gene patenting policies affect patient access to testing for disease-causing genes: Study 0 None
2010-05-07 Ohio scientists demonstrate existence of effective technology for nationwide newborn screening of SMA 0 None
2010-05-07 Inadvertent reprogramming of genes in peripheral nervous system may cause chronic pain 0 None
2010-05-07 SBMC 2010 to focus on systems-biological analysis of processes in mammalian cells 0 None
2010-05-07 Movements of satellite cells could help patients with muscular dystrophy: MU researchers 0 None
2010-05-07 Majority of Americans fall short in consuming key phytonutrients 0 None
2010-05-07 Study highlights benefits of using endometrial stem cells to restore functioning of brain cells 0 None
2010-05-07 Neurons' complicated tree-like structure formation unravelled 0 None
2010-05-07 NIST, UM researchers detail operation of liposome manufacturing technique 0 None
2010-05-07 Advances in combination adult stem cell treatment for acute myocardial infarction presented at SCAI 0 None
2010-05-07 Progestins increase chances of cancer metastasizing: Study 0 None
2010-05-07 DNA sequence of amphibian genome sheds light on the study of embryonic development 0 None
2010-05-07 CDI, iPS Academia Japan announce licensing agreement for seminal iPSC patent portfolio 0 None
2010-05-07 Advances in genetic research could help develop personalized pain medications 0 None
2010-05-07 Resolvyx presents new data on RX-10001 for corneal herpes simplex virus infection at ARVO 2010 0 None
2010-05-07 Neuroscientists show how individual neurons carry significant aspects of sensory processing 0 None
2010-05-07 THI at St. Luke's reveals new insights on how adult stem cells repair damaged hearts following heart attack 0 None
2010-05-07 Peptides: A new clue on the origins of life 0 None
2010-05-07 The emerging science of epigenetics 0 None
2010-05-07 NHLBI grants MU $8.47 million for research on cardiovascular diseases 0 None
2010-05-07 Amira Pharmaceuticals' LPA1 receptor antagonist program data published in British Journal of Pharmacology 0 None
2010-05-07 Pfizer presents data on in vivo activity of PF-04523655 siRNA drug candidate at ARVO annual meeting 0 None
2010-05-07 Swedish researchers present a new principle for inhibiting atherosclerosis 0 None
2010-05-07 Mouse study may lead to new therapies for Parkinson's disease 0 None
2010-05-07 Tel Aviv researchers develop microscope-based cell scanner to speed research into fat-busting drugs 0 None
2010-05-07 Bioengineers define relationship between key regulatory proteins 0 None
2010-05-06 Darwin may have lost his own children due to ill effects of inbreeding 0 None
2010-05-06 Series Three of Percepta's Gene Expression Profiling Life Science Dashboard market research report 0 None
2010-05-06 Public need to be informed of nanotechnology's risks as well as benefits: Survey 0 None
2010-05-06 Neuroscientists investigate alcohol dependency, withdrawal in C. elegans worms 0 None
2010-05-06 Study aims to clarify expression patterns of CD24 in NSCLC 0 None
2010-05-06 Whole grain barley products with low glycemic response provide favourable metabolic benefits 0 None
2010-05-06 Scientists analyze genetic networks of microRNAs in tumors 0 None
2010-05-06 Neuroscientist Snyder presents annual Ellis S. Grollman Lecture at UMB 0 None
2010-05-06 Research reveals reason for ineffectiveness of antioxidants against cardiovascular disease 0 None
2010-05-06 ViaCyte granted three new U.S. patents 0 None
2010-05-06 Multistage nanovector system for siRNA delivery lengthens therapeutic effects of ovarian cancer treatment 0 None
2010-05-06 VEGF is key target for new anti-angiogenesis drugs, Spanish team reports 0 None
2010-05-06 Research reveals role of ovarian hormone progesterone in alteration of breast stem cells 0 None
2010-05-06 Osiris Therapeutics resumes enrollment in Prochymal trial for treatment-resistant Crohn's disease 0 None
2010-05-06 Intercell to acquire Cytos' platform technology for monoclonal antibody discovery 0 None
2010-05-06 Increase in antibiotic resistance found in soil microbes 0 None
2010-05-06 THI at St. Luke's awarded $1.5M NIH grant for study of stem cells with LVADs for end-stage heart failure 0 None
2010-05-06 Research may promote better diagnosis and treatment for glaucoma 0 None
2010-05-06 Researchers discover link between sporadic and familial forms of ALS 0 None
2010-05-06 SAEC, Cerner collaborate to identify genetic markers associated with drug-related SAEs 0 None
2010-05-06 Pharmacyclics reports total GAAP revenues of $2.1 million for third-quarter fiscal 2010 0 None
2010-05-06 Novocell is now ViaCyte 0 None
2010-05-06 New test indicates bone marrow cell therapy may benefit MS patients 0 None
2010-05-06 Scientists use specialized fluorescent protein to study nerve cell activity 0 None
2010-05-05 Acceleron Pharma commences Phase 2 clinical trial of ACE-031 protein therapeutic in DMD patients 0 None
2010-05-05 BioTime first-quarter total revenue up 159% to $767,127 0 None
2010-05-05 Boehringer Ingelheim, Micromet enter collaboration for new BiTE antibody for multiple myeloma 0 None
2010-05-05 Single night of partial sleep deprivation induces insulin resistance in healthy people 0 5
2010-05-05 High-altitude exposure helps detect early vascular dysfunction 0 None
2010-05-05 Vical commences enrollment in Phase 1 trial of Vaxfectin DNA pandemic influenza vaccine 0 None
2010-05-05 AAA symposium features digital technologies in anatomical reconstruction 0 None
2010-05-05 NIH awards CSU biochemists $7.8M grant to study gene regulation within cells 0 None
2010-05-05 Decisive impact of informatics on nanomedicine 0 None
2010-05-05 Dorsolateral prefrontal cortex involved in cognitive aspects of ToM, says study 0 None
2010-05-05 Quark to present poster on predicting risk of DGF following machine perfusion of renal transplants at ATC 2010 0 None
2010-05-05 Genetics researchers use new approach to detect causal gene variants 0 None
2010-05-05 Scientists develop new web-based algorithm techniques to identify DNA sequences 0 None
2010-05-05 FDA requested to publish data supporting assertion on HPV types 6, 11 causing vulvar, vaginal cancers 0 None
2010-05-05 Palatin Technologies granted patent relating to small molecule compounds that bind to melanocortin receptors 0 None
2010-05-05 Protein PEA-15 stops T-cell proliferation 0 None
2010-05-05 UK GTAC, MHRA approve Scancell's Phase I clinical trial of SCIB1 DNA ImmunoBody vaccine 0 None
2010-05-05 Argos Therapeutics announces presentations on sCD83 protein capabilities at 2010 American Transplant Congress 0 None
2010-05-05 UVA exposure at early age does not cause melanoma 0 None
2010-05-05 StemCells first-quarter total revenue up 307% 0 None
2010-05-05 Physically active lifestyle during adolescence can reduce effect of mutation in FTO gene: Study 0 None
2010-05-05 Study: Parvovirus therapy offers complete regression of malignant brain tumors 0 None
2010-05-05 High doses of antioxidant nutritional supplements may predispose cells to develop cancer 0 None
2010-05-05 Anavex reports promising results from ANAVEX 2-73 Alzheimer's disease compound in animal studies 0 None
2010-05-05 Vitamin A does not improve maternal, infant health, study finds 0 None
2010-05-05 Animal study shows insulin prevents artery damage 0 None
2010-05-05 Study: Flaxseed diet reduces ovarian cancer, increases survival rates 0 5
2010-05-05 Mayo Clinic researchers identify genetic variants in serotonin genes that impact IBS 0 None
2010-05-04 HPV test recommended for national cervical cancer screening programmes 0 None
2010-05-04 Amorfix Life Sciences detects AD-associated aggregated Beta-amyloid in blood plasma 0 None
2010-05-04 Personalized vaccine processed using tumor tissue promising for brain tumor treatment 0 5
2010-05-04 Karolinska Institutet researchers discover new control mechanism in immune system 0 5
2010-05-04 FDA grants market clearance for Illumina's BeadXpress system for multiplex genetic analysis 0 None
2010-05-04 Isolated microalgal strain produces significant amounts of DGLA that helps reduce risk for heart attacks 0 None
2010-05-04 Alnylam Biotherapeutics presents new data on RNAi technologies at Cell Culture Engineering XII 0 None
2010-05-04 Immune system responds aggressively when looking at sick people 0 None
2010-05-04 Short sleep linked to premature death, long sleep to serious illnesses 0 None
2010-05-04 Novel biomarker test predicts risk of disease progression in patients with Crohn's disease 0 None
2010-05-04 USPTO rejects WARF's stem cell patent claims 0 None
2010-05-04 NIH awards $3.4M grant for preclinical development of novel Staphylococcus aureus vaccine 0 None
2010-05-04 Deficiency of frataxin protein causes Friedreich's ataxia 0 None
2010-05-04 Brain changes indicative of Fragile X syndrome take place early 0 None
2010-05-04 DOE Argonne National Laboratory to upgrade to Advanced Photon Source 0 None
2010-05-04 UCSF transgenic mouse model first to display earliest signs of Parkinson's disease 0 None
2010-05-04 Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation induces remission in patients with treatment-resistant depression 0 None
2010-05-04 New light-activated Photochemical Tissue Bonding technology helps treat battlefield injuries 0 None
2010-05-04 Johns Hopkins researchers identify a key protein that triggers sarcoidosis 0 None
2010-05-04 Tart cherries reduce osteoarthritis pain 0 None
2010-05-04 BioMarker Strategies receives $1M NCI grant funding to develop SnapPath live tumor cell testing system 0 None
2010-05-04 Neural stem cell transplantation promising for Batten disease 0 None
2010-05-04 Study reveals how human brain adapts to complex situations 0 5
2010-05-04 Hormone-like inner ear signaling system protects against noise-induced hearing loss 0 None
2010-05-04 JGH researchers identify 13 new genes associated with osteoporosis, bone weakness 0 None
2010-05-04 Scientists introduce a new way of identifying key cancer genes 0 None
2010-05-04 Broccoli component sulforaphane targets and kills breast cancer stem cells 0 None
2010-05-04 Researchers convert established human iPS cells, ES cells to base state of greater pluripotency 0 None
2010-05-04 Stratatech to advance living human skin substitute tissue clinical trial with $3M funding round 0 None
2010-05-04 Researchers receive $250,000 to study inventive cell-transfer therapy to treat cortical dysplasia 0 None
2010-05-03 Boost for biologics manufacturing in Australia 0 None
2010-05-03 Researchers identify genes associated with cleft lip and/or cleft palate 0 None
2010-05-03 FDA issues advisory on prostate cancer drugs 0 None
2010-05-03 NOXXON Pharma completes first-in-human clinical trial with Spiegelmer NOX-A12 0 None
2010-05-03 HTG, JWCI collaborate to develop new approaches for early stage primary cutaneous melanoma diagnosis 0 None
2010-05-03 Interim study results demonstrate anti-tumor activity of CytRx's INNO-206 in myeloma tumor cells 0 None
2010-05-03 Curis completes enrollment in Phase I clinical trial of CUDC-101 HDAC, EGFR and HER2 inhibitor 0 None
2010-05-03 BioTime acquires ES Cell International 0 None
2010-05-03 Alnylam Pharmaceuticals announces EPO intent to grant notification for patent series covering RNAi therapeutics 0 None
2010-05-03 Progress in development of gene therapies for inherited blindness caused by rod degeneration 0 5
2010-05-03 Family Tree DNA announces launch of Family Finder DNA test 0 None
2010-05-03 SARcode presents positive results from Phase 2 study of SAR 1118 ophthalmic solution at Dry Eye Summit 0 None
2010-05-03 Stimatix reports interim results from artificial sphincter trial for restoring bowel control in people with stoma 0 None
2010-05-03 Scientist to receive 2010 March of Dimes Prize in Developmental Biology 0 None
2010-05-03 Protein test to determine response of lung cancer patients to erlotinib 0 None
2010-05-03 Scripps Research Institute awarded grant to design assays for exploring potential target for obesity, Type 2 diabetes 0 None
2010-05-03 Roche's xCELLigence System helps study cell viability, cell death while testing cytotoxic compounds 0 4
2010-05-03 Leptin hormone controls immune’s response to sepsis: Study 0 None
2010-05-03 Researchers explore use of nanomedicine techniques for treatment of diseases in children 0 None
2010-05-03 New research suggests tumor-secreted exosomes inhibit immune response, enhance tumor metastasis 0 None
2010-05-03 Scientists discover two body clock genes that may help find treatments for seasonal affective disorder 0 None
2010-05-03 Scientists discover three genes linked to development of Paget's disease 0 None
2010-05-03 Researchers discover a new driving force behind cancer growth 0 None
2010-05-03 Mutations in several genes associated with developmental brain disorder: Study 0 None

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