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artists sketch of neurons inhibiting dopamine
July 25, 2019

Researchers discover the science behind giving up

Study published in Cell reveals activity of nociceptin neurons, which suppress dopamine at breakpoint.

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LOCKR artificial molecular switch created from computationally designed synthetic proteins
July 24, 2019

Designed switch allows unprecedented control over cells

From modifying gene expression to cell signaling, dynamic designer proteins may usher in a new era of synthetic biology.

 

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micrograph of Escherichia coli bacteria
July 23, 2019

E. coli superbug strains can persist in healthy women’s guts

Even without symptoms or antibiotic use, these virulent and multi-drug resistant strains are carried in the gut for long time.

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OR Room
July 18, 2019

How much time for surgery? Researchers create model

Of all the data captured, the greatest variability was between surgeons, the study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, showed.

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scanning electron micrograph of malaria inside red blood cell
July 17, 2019

FDA qualifies biomarker in controlled malaria infection trials

Molecular test outperforms traditional blood smears in detecting parasites earlier in an infection

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picture of two seniors hands touching; one has a bracelet that reads "Fall Risk"
July 16, 2019

$4.2 million CDC grant to expand injury-prevention research

Funds will support study of pediatric concussions, suicide, prescription opioids, and falls among seniors. 

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model of proteins interacting
July 11, 2019

Patterns in DNA reveal hundreds of unknown protein pairings

Method will be applied to human genome to learn more about how proteins interact inside our cells to carry out biological functions

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Sergei Doulatov explains his research of precancerous cell mutations
July 11, 2019

Scientists use time travel to trace how cancer evolves

Process reveals clues about DNA mutations: Which tended to be initiators, and which followed?

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July 8, 2019

Gravity of dialysis treatment appears to elude many patients

Study indicates many are overly optimistic about, or not aware of, their likely prognosis – which may contribute to more aggressive end-of-life care.

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July 5, 2019

Avoid these phrases when trying to help an assault survivor

Well-intentioned reactions might be even more harmful than victim blame, according to a recent study.  An interview with a sexual assault survivor says this fits with her experience. 

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