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Fat-regenerating stem cells found in mice

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:20:33 -0400

Researchers have identified stem cells with the capacity to build fat. They found that transplants of the progenitor cells, isolated from the fat tissue of

Clue to genetic cause of fatal birth defect

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:37:15 -0400

An enzyme may play a major role in anencephaly, offering hope for a genetic test or even therapy for the rare fatal birth defect in

Clue to genetic cause of fatal birth defect

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:37:15 -0400

An enzyme may play a major role in anencephaly, offering hope for a genetic test or even therapy for the rare fatal birth defect in

Statins may prevent miscarriages

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:27:20 -0400

Statins may be able to prevent miscarriages in women suffering from pregnancy complications caused by antiphospholipid syndrome (APS), say researchers on the basis of trials

Protein matchmaker between immune cells identified

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:19:48 -0400

A protein that plays matchmaker between two key types of white blood cells, T and B cells, enabling them to establish long-lasting immunity after an

Bombard seeds with electrons to kill fungal spores

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:18:22 -0400

Researchers have developed a method to bombard seeds with electrons to kill fungal spores and viruses and ensure untainted food, as well as protect plants.Until

Premature ejaculation? Blame it on 'gene'

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 03:24:44 -0400

Premature ejaculation? Blame it on your gene, for a new study has revealed that the rapidity of ejaculation in men is genetically determined.According to lead

Steroid treatment for babies offers no benefit

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:08:36 -0400

The practice of treating premature babies with hydrocortisone, a steroid believed to fight inflammation and prevent lung disease, offers little or no benefit, according to

Synthetic cells could power medical implants

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:03:07 -0400

Researchers have created a blueprint for synthetic cells that mimic their natural counterparts but are more powerful and efficient, possibly opening the way to power

Satellites collect data on sea temperatures, reefs

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:32:57 -0400

Satellites are helping scientists expand a virtual network to watch for increases in ocean temperatures that can damage or kill the fragile ecosystems of coral