Alzheimer's in vitro
Japanese researchers have studied the features of cortical neurons and astrocytes derived from induced pluripotent stem cells of patients with hereditary and sporadic Alzheimer's disease.
25.02.2013Japanese researchers have studied the features of cortical neurons and astrocytes derived from induced pluripotent stem cells of patients with hereditary and sporadic Alzheimer's disease.
25.02.2013On March 19-22, 2013, Moscow will host the VII Moscow International Congress "Biotechnology: State and Prospects of Development" and the XI International Exhibition "World of Biotechnology 2013".
25.02.2013Scientists at the University of Basel have identified more than 300 new proteins that are targets of mTOR. In particular, the researchers found out exactly how the mTORC1 protein complex controls cell growth and division.
25.02.2013The draft law developed by the Ministry of Health, which prescribes the rules for the removal of organs for transplantation, will soon be posted for public discussion.
22.02.2013The Alpha IMS wireless bionic retina works without an external camera, providing free eye movement, and sends signals from 1500 pixels to the nearby neural layers of the retina and to the optic nerve, completely simulating the work of photoreceptor cells.
22.02.2013The quality of the artificially grown implant was proved by the authors of the work during experiments on mice. Unlike the auricles that do not contain cellular material, the ears made with the help of 3D technologies did not deform over time and perfectly took root.
22.02.2013Starting in 2013, Russian scientists will be able to participate in the competition for one of the most prestigious awards in the field of medical, pharmaceutical and biotechnological research.
22.02.2013Telomeres are a biological marker that, starting at the age of 22, makes it possible to predict a person's ability to resist respiratory infections.
22.02.2013In 2012, the life expectancy of the Swedish population reached 80 years, and this is one of the highest rates in the world.
21.02.2013A decrease in the ambient temperature triggers a cascade of reactions in nematode cells, the ultimate target of which is the "longevity gene" DAF-16/FOXO. A similar mechanism exists in the cells of warm-blooded animals, but whether cold is able to prolong human life is still unknown.
21.02.2013In 30-40 years, the concept of human ages will completely change, active social life will continue until 80-90 years. How will the world of gerontocrats be arranged?
21.02.2013Perhaps the reason for this was the adaptation of our ancestors to eating fermented fruits collected from the ground.
21.02.2013In the USA, the Brain Activity Map project will be launched – a project to create a complete map of brain activity that will reveal the biological mechanisms of consciousness and the secrets of mental illness.
21.02.2013Liposomes included in cosmetic products are unable to penetrate deep into the skin: they are destroyed and release their contents either directly on the surface of the skin, or immediately after penetration under its surface.
20.02.2013As hematopoietic cells age, changes in the epigenome – the system that regulates gene expression – disrupt their work, which leads to a weakening of immunity, anemia and an increased risk of developing some malignant blood diseases.
20.02.2013Sequencing is a common name for methods that allow you to establish the sequence of nucleotides in a DNA molecule.
19.02.2013The Fund for Assistance to the Development of Small Forms of Enterprises in the Scientific and Technical Sphere announces the start of accepting applications for participation in the competition for small businesses under the Start-2013 program direction H5 (Biotechnology).
19.02.2013Unfortunately, varicose veins are not uncommon. Patients with lesions of the subcutaneous veins of the lower extremities need to remember the basic rules that will allow them to coexist relatively peacefully with the disease.
19.02.2013The Art of Science 2013 Festival is organized for the sixth time by Park–Media with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation.
19.02.2013Prolonged intake of high doses of calcium contributes to an increase in mortality among women from a number of diseases, including diseases of the cardiovascular system.
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