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Disease Prevention
The Corticolimbic System in Health: Implications for Learning, Memory and Disease
A highlight on new perspectives and data on the anatomical organization and functional interactions of corticolimbic circuits in learning, memory and disease.
Does Nicotine Affect “Recycling” of Cellular Components?
Using a proteomics approach, Drs. Paulo and Gygi from the Harvard Medical School provide evidence that nicotine exposure changes the abundance of membrane proteins implicated in signal transduction and autophagy.
CRISPR Gene Editing On-a-Chip
Researchers from the Qin lab have developed a microfluidic cell deformation delivery method that uses physical constriction to deform and shear cells for delivery.
Global Health and Disease Diplomacy
In a recent paper published in Global Challenges, researchers from the Centre for Global Health Policy, University of Sussex, report a new mechanism for encouraging the international sharing of virus data that has been created in the field of influenza.
Particulate Delivery Systems for Vaccination against Bioterrorism Agents and Emerging Infectious Pathogens
Nano- and micro-particulate vaccine delivery systems minimize side effects, trigger targeted and robust immune responses, and protect and stabilize vaccine components
Collagen, The Secret to Anti-Skin-Aging?
Oral ingestion of collagen hydrolysates increases the collagen content and antioxidant enzyme activities, and improves the appearance and structure of the skin.
The Immune System Matters
Silver nanoparticles are a more effective cancer treatment in immune competent mice.
Fruit & Veg Combat Prostate Cancer
Consumption of both fruit and vegetables shows a higher 15-year overall survival probability in prostate cancer patients than those with lower intakes.
Advanced Functional Polymers for Medicine
A special issue in Macromolecular Bioscience covers several promising approaches to tailor and control the properties and functions of polymers for medical applications.
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