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Other life sciences

Hormones, part 1

In the first part of the article, we will talk about hormones in general and how they affect each of us – and sometimes in unexpected ways. To begin with, let's deal with male sex hormones.

18.10.2016
Cellular technologies

IPSK: 10 years later

The emergence of induced pluripotent stem cells has ensured rapid progress in some areas and the emergence of serious difficulties in others.

17.10.2016
Genetics

Why naked diggers are insensitive to pain

Evolutionary changes have led to modification of the structure of their pain receptors. In addition, adults have practically no "pain" neurotransmitter.

17.10.2016
Prolonging youth

Ultrasound slows down brain aging

Ultrasound radiation not only reverses the development of Alzheimer's disease, but also slows down the aging of the brain of mice.

14.10.2016
Other life sciences

Head transplant: 1928-2017

In 1928, the scientific community was shocked by the head of a dog who lived without a body for 1 hour and 40 minutes. A human head transplant to a donor body is planned for 2017.

14.10.2016
New in Gerontology

Ecology of dementia

Scientists from the University of Edinburgh have presented the first complete study of environmental factors that increase the risk of dementia (senile dementia).

14.10.2016
Genetic engineering

Gene therapy straightened red blood cells

Scientists from three American universities have tested a method of genetic therapy of sickle cell anemia using CRISPR/Cas9 technology on mice.

14.10.2016
Genetics

Mixed up genes

At least a third of studies on gene expression contain incorrectly labeled samples – this is the conclusion of scientists at the University of British Columbia.

14.10.2016
Other life sciences

Eternal alcohol :)

Physicists from the United States have created "nano-needles" made of graphene and copper, which use the energy of an electric current to convert carbon dioxide into ethanol molecules.

13.10.2016
Other life sciences

The biosensor will detect the infection

The device is capable of detecting bacteria and viruses using infrared light and can be widely used in large transport hubs, for example, at airports.

13.10.2016
Biomedicine

Analgesic restores nerve fibers

The operation of the mechanism that interferes with the regeneration of nerve endings can be controlled with the help of pregabalin, an analgesic drug that is prescribed for spinal cord injuries.

13.10.2016
Cellular technologies

Mandibular stem cells repair cartilage

Stem cells identified in the temporomandibular joint are able to spontaneously form new cartilage tissue and repair joint damage.

13.10.2016
Grants and competitions

DAAD invites scientists to visit Germany

The purpose of this program is to support short–term research internships for the exchange of experience, as well as to expand and strengthen contacts with colleagues.

12.10.2016
Various

Sugar tax

According to WHO, increasing taxes on products containing sugar (as well as glucose, fructose, honey and syrups) can reduce the incidence of diabetes, obesity and tooth decay.

12.10.2016
Other life sciences

Volcanic RNA ligase

Isolated from microbes living near the vents of volcanoes, RNA ligase can work at high temperatures desirable for some laboratory procedures.

12.10.2016
Genetics

Stolen genes

The genes borrowed from spiders and insects help the bacteriophage to penetrate into their cells, find parasitic bacteria – wolbachia there, and destroy them.

12.10.2016