Understanding Animal Research

Animal research news round up

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Gene therapy targets 'cancer gene'

Gene therapy targets Myc and reduces tumours in mice

Cancer cells starved with gold

Nanoparticle therapy specifically targets and kills cance...

Sniffing out hypertension

Gut bacteria produce propionic acid. This acts on kidneys...

Bone “scaffold” helps new bones grow from stem cells

Biodegradable scaffold supports stem-cell led bone growth

Diabetes cured in dogs using gene therapy

Viral vectors introducing two genes 'cured' diabetes in m...

Secret of RSV vaccine side-effect

RSV vaccination leads to T-cell invasion of the airways

Glowing mice

New technique sheds light on cancer and ageing in mice