Research & medical benefits
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Multiple gene mutations in autism spectrum
Researchers using mice have further evidence that more than one gene is involved in people with genetic-based autism, with the number of genes involved being linked to the severity of the disorder.
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Protection from Parkinson's in mice
Recent research shows that an increased level of a protein found in the brain can provide protection from Parkinson's Disease in mice.
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Protein slows Alzheimer's progression
Scientists using animals have discovered that a naturally occurring protein administered to specific areas of the brain could slow or stop the progression of Alzheimer’s Disease.
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Lessons, medicines from GM goats
In some respects public perceptions of new technologies are more positive in the UK than in the USA, but this is not always the case.
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Implants and the immune system fight cancer
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Leukaemia seduces blood cells
Researchers using mice believe they have found a way to help stem cells regain their normal function in leukaemia patients.
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Mice mimic glioblastoma
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Spinal injury treatment trials move to humans
A trial using stem cells to treat spinal injury is to begin after promising results in animals.
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