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New cell-separation technique could revolutionize vital therapies for life-threatening diseases

A new cell separator that began life as a tinfoil and epoxy glue prototype built with supplies from a University shop could revolutionize stem-cell and regenerative cell-based therapies.

8 May 2017

Choice of fat causes distinct epigenetic changes in human adipose tissue, study shows

Previous research has demonstrated that saturated fat is more fattening and less muscle building than polyunsaturated fats. A new study shows that the choice of fat causes epigenetic changes which in turn could contribute to differences in fat storage.

8 May 2017

Aroma researcher highlights stimulating power of smell in humans

We might be forgiven for thinking that a dog's sense of smell is more sensitive than our own. After all, our other senses seem to dominate daily life.

5 May 2017

Dendritic cells develop from specialized progenitors, research shows

Dendritic cells are gatekeepers of Immunity and are crucial for the detection and initiation of Immunity against pathogens and foreign substances. Up to now dendritic cell subtypes were thought to develop from one common progenitor.

5 May 2017

Researchers find new way to make influenza visible to the naked eye

Researchers at the University of Notre Dame have discovered a way to make influenza visible to the naked eye, according to a new study in the Journal of the American Chemical Society.

5 May 2017

Retirement period may widen socio-economic inequalities in stress and health, study suggests

A new paper published in the Journal of Gerontology suggests that the period around retirement may widen socio-economic inequalities in stress and health.

5 May 2017

New conference aims to improve understanding of how advances in genomics influence society

From prenatal genetic screening to the genetic testing of women with family histories of breast cancer, genomics is rapidly becoming a fixture in our lives.

5 May 2017

Long periods of physiological stress can change composition of intestinal microbiota in soldiers

A new study finds that long periods of physiological stress can change the composition of microorganisms residing in the intestines, which could increase health risks in endurance athletes and military personnel.

4 May 2017

New synthetic retina could offer new hope to visually impaired people

A synthetic, soft tissue retina developed by an Oxford University student could offer fresh hope to visually impaired people.

4 May 2017

Scientists uncover thousands of human genes that are expressed differently in the two sexes

Men and women differ in obvious and less obvious ways -- for example, in the prevalence of certain diseases or reactions to drugs. How are these connected to one's sex? Weizmann Institute of Science researchers recently uncovered thousands of human genes that are expressed -- copied out to make proteins -- differently in the two sexes.

4 May 2017

Disrupting the circadian clock can alter gut microbiome and the body's response to diet

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have discovered that changing the circadian clock in mouse liver can alter how the body responds to diet and also change the microbes living in the digestive track.

4 May 2017

Newly-developed smart contact lens sensor may help diagnose diabetes and glaucoma

A recent study, affiliated with UNIST has proposed the possibility of in situ human health monitoring simply by wearing a contact lens with built-in wireless smart sensors.

4 May 2017

New drug mimics health effects of exercise, say researchers

Scientists have managed to mimic the health effects of exercise in mice, simply by using a pill, according to a study published in Cell Metabolism. The drug activated a genetic pathway that is triggered by running, which led mice to burn off more fat and increase their stamina levels, despite them being sedentary.

4 May 2017

Study shows first removal of HIV-1 replication using CRISPR/Cas9, gene editing technology

A new study published in the journal Molecular Therapy reveals that HIV DNA in the genome of living animals can be removed to eliminate further infection. While a permanent cure for infection caused by HIV remains a challenge due to the ability of the virus to hide away in latent reservoirs. The study team comprising Wenhui Hu, Kamel Khalili, Laura H. Carnell, and Won-Bin Young carried out an experiment on three different animal models.

4 May 2017

Synthetic biologists re-engineer yeast cells to manufacture antibiotic penicillin

The synthetic biologists from Imperial College London have re-engineered yeast cells to manufacture the nonribosomal peptide antibiotic penicillin. In laboratory experiments, they were able to demonstrate that this yeast had antibacterial properties against streptococcus bacteria.

4 May 2017

New poster presented at ASCB shows power of Phasefocus’ Livecyte label-free cell analysis system

Phasefocus provides a range of products and services based on its proprietary Ptychographic Quantitative Phase Imaging technology to provide a wide range of analytical applications including label-free cell imaging and quantitative electron phase microscopy.

From Phasefocus 4 May 2017

Chromatrap introduces new FFPE ChIP-seq assay kit for tissue samples, biopsies, and difficult to lyse samples

Chromatrap has introduced a new and improved version of it’s popular solid phase chromatin immunoprecipitation assay kit for chromatin extracted from Formalin Fixed Paraffin Embedded tissue.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 4 May 2017

New and improved solid phase ChIP assay kit for FFPE tissues introduced by Chromatrap

Chromatrap® has introduced a new and improved version of it’s popular solid phase chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) assay kit for chromatin extracted from Formalin Fixed Paraffin Embedded (FFPE) tissue.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 4 May 2017

Lethal DNA re-replication may be used to attack cancer cells

DNA over-replication is a phenomenon that can have devastating consequences for proliferating cells. When parts of the genome are duplicated more than once, cells suffer from 'genomic instability' (alterations to the structure, composition and/or number of chromosomes), and this process gives rise to aberrant cells as those detected in many carcinomas.

4 May 2017

Phagocytosis educates the immune system

Phagocytosis is a biological mechanism whereby specialized cells ingest and degrade old, dead, or damaged cells to prevent tissue damage due to their accumulation.

4 May 2017

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New cell-separation technique could revolutionize vital therapies for life-threatening diseases

Choice of fat causes distinct epigenetic changes in human adipose tissue, study shows

Aroma researcher highlights stimulating power of smell in humans

Dendritic cells develop from specialized progenitors, research shows

Researchers find new way to make influenza visible to the naked eye

Retirement period may widen socio-economic inequalities in stress and health, study suggests

New conference aims to improve understanding of how advances in genomics influence society

Long periods of physiological stress can change composition of intestinal microbiota in soldiers

New synthetic retina could offer new hope to visually impaired people

Scientists uncover thousands of human genes that are expressed differently in the two sexes

Disrupting the circadian clock can alter gut microbiome and the body's response to diet

Newly-developed smart contact lens sensor may help diagnose diabetes and glaucoma

New drug mimics health effects of exercise, say researchers

Study shows first removal of HIV-1 replication using CRISPR/Cas9, gene editing technology

Synthetic biologists re-engineer yeast cells to manufacture antibiotic penicillin

New poster presented at ASCB shows power of Phasefocus’ Livecyte label-free cell analysis system

Chromatrap introduces new FFPE ChIP-seq assay kit for tissue samples, biopsies, and difficult to lyse samples

New and improved solid phase ChIP assay kit for FFPE tissues introduced by Chromatrap

Lethal DNA re-replication may be used to attack cancer cells

Phagocytosis educates the immune system

Exploring the intersection of biology and proteomics

Unlocking the Secrets of Multiple Sclerosis Progression: Brain-Immune Cell Communication

Passing on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Health risks for male offspring of women with PCOS

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