July - Dec 2009
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I'm Not a Chimp
25th August 2009
How similar are we really to chimpanzees?
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Leishmania parasites feed immune cells
22nd August 2009
Researchers using mice have shown how the Leishmania parasite, transmitted by sand flies, establishes infection.
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'Magnetic' stem cells target damaged blood vessels
21st August 2009
Scientists have harnessed the power of magnetism to guide stem cells towards damaged tissue in rats.
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New target for stopping colon cancer
21st August 2009
A team of scientists studying mice have found a target that could lead to an effective way to kill colon cancer cells.
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Delaying motor neurone disease
17th August 2009
By blocking the production of a faulty protein in mice, researchers have delayed the onset of motor neurone disease, improved mobility, and extended life-span.
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How infection can lead to psychiatric problems
17th August 2009
Scientists using mice have discovered how early exposure to a common type of bacterium can lead to psychiatric disorders.
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Nanobees deliver deadly sting
17th August 2009
A group of scientists has harnessed the power of bee venom and used it to kill tumour cells in mice.
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Schools drama released on DVD
14th August 2009
Every Breath, an award-winning drama-based set of teaching resources from Y Touring Theatre Company is now available on DVD, free to schools.
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Stopping cancer spreading
14th August 2009
Working with 'substitute' breast cancer stem cells and mice, scientists have discovered a chemical which can kill the cells that cause tumours to spread and return, even after seemingly successful treatment.
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Glaucoma reversed in rats and humans
7th August 2009
Researchers have reversed the symptoms of glaucoma in rats using medicated eye drops.
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