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Parkinson's disease: new data

One of the problems with Parkinson's disease may be a violation of the process of removing neurons with defective mitochondria. Instead, there is an accumulation of damaged neurons that are unable to perform their functions.

27.11.2014
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"Load driver" for a biocomputer

Such devices in conventional electronics are not an integral part of logic circuits – they only help them work correctly, neutralizing parasitic currents and stabilizing the operation of transistors.

25.11.2014
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How to neutralize the "protein of forgetfulness"

After suppressing the activity of the regulatory protein PERK or reducing its expression level through gene manipulation, the researchers found a 30% improvement in memory of both positive and negative experiences.

24.11.2014
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Computer games are more effective than antidepressants

Another study showed that in a month of computer games (30 hours a week), the condition of elderly patients improved in the same way as in 2 months of taking traditional antidepressants.

24.11.2014
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Bacteria of completeness and forgetfulness

Gastritis – from improper nutrition, excess weight from hormonal disorders, and caries from sweets. These statements have been considered true for years, but recently scientists have found out that everything is wrong, and these and many other of our troubles are to blame... bacteria.

21.11.2014
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Scared? Smell the oxytocin!

German scientists have demonstrated in humans how a nasal spray containing the "hormone of love" – oxytocin – contributes to the suppression of fear.

20.11.2014
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Fooled macrophages

Under the action of substances secreted by cancer cells, macrophages cease to synthesize anti-tumor cytokines and begin to secrete molecules that accelerate tumor growth and blood vessel germination, cease to attract and initiate other cells of the immune system and begin to block the antitumor immune response.

18.11.2014
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From HIV to cancer

Knowledge of the mechanism that underlies the effects of interleukin-37 allows us to study the work of IL-37 and, possibly, immune dysfunction underlying a wide range of diseases.

13.11.2014
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A four-handed game

The brain-computer-Internet-computer-brain interface allowed one person to control the movements of another.

12.11.2014
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Genetic telepathy

Scientists have developed a technology that allows you to "turn on" genes with the help of thought. The invention will find application in medicine.

12.11.2014
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Will Sestrin help in the treatment of diabetes?

Protein Sestrin 3, which plays an important role in the regulation of molecular pathways that control glucose production and liver sensitivity to insulin, may play a significant role in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

11.11.2014
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Will verapamil help with diabetes?

Experiments on mice and human cells have demonstrated the ability of the antihypertensive drug verapamil to cure type 1 diabetes mellitus. Clinical trials of this approach will begin in the near future.

10.11.2014
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Medical laboratory in a home medicine cabinet

The wireless system with the help of miniature sensors will allow for comprehensive monitoring of the health status of patients at risk of developing cardiovascular diseases at home, including blood analysis.

06.11.2014
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Patch-biosensor

The unique patch is able to collect and transmit medical data in almost real time based on the analysis of the patient's sweat. In order to find out the results, you only need a smartphone.

05.11.2014
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For athletes, resveratrol is useless and even harmful

Taking resveratrol alters the body's normal response to high-intensity physical activity. At the same time, resveratrol not only does not increase the effectiveness of training, but on the contrary, it neutralizes their effect on the body.

05.11.2014
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Cardiac epigenomics

Scientists at the Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg have mapped the epigenome of cardiac muscle cells – cardiomyocytes.

31.10.2014