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Another biomechanical arm model is ProDigits

The bionic fingers of the ProDigits prosthesis are capable of performing subtle, precise and diverse movements that maximally reproduce the functions of the fingers of the human hand.

09.12.2009
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A human differs from a monkey by transcription factors

Scientists have identified differences in the human and chimpanzee brains in 90 genes of transcription factors – proteins that regulate the activity of thousands of genes involved in the synthesis of other proteins. The regulated genes themselves are identical in humans and monkeys.

08.12.2009
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Less methionine – longer life?

A decrease in the content of methionine in a high-calorie diet led to an increase in life expectancy without harm to reproductive functions.

03.12.2009
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There will be a lot of stem cells

For the first time in almost 10 years, US scientists will receive 13 new lines of human embryonic stem cells for government-funded research. Another 96 lines are under consideration.

03.12.2009
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Genetically modified T-lymphocytes for arthritis therapy

After the introduction of genetically modified lymphocytes to mice with arthritis in the foci of rheumatoid inflammation, a decrease in the number of T-helpers and destructive processes of bone tissue, i.e., a decrease in the autoimmune reaction, was observed.

03.12.2009
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A healthy lifestyle is takzdorovo!

Internet portal takzdorovo.ru It was opened as part of the Program for the Formation of a healthy lifestyle that started in 2009.

03.12.2009
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Ghrelin – a cure for parkinsonism?

As it turned out, the "hunger hormone" ghrelin protects the neurons that produce dopamine, and can become the basis for the development of a new method of treating Parkinson's disease.

02.12.2009
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Grief does not turn gray

No matter how stressful and stressful a woman's life may be, she will not turn gray for this reason. The appearance of gray hair is determined by an innate set of genes.

02.12.2009
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Urgent: 80 free places for children with liver diseases!

The Ministry of Health has allocated 80 free places for children with liver diseases to the clinic of the Institute of Nutrition of the Russian Academy of Medical Sciences. But it is necessary to realize this gift of the Ministry of Health by the end of the year.

01.12.2009
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Do you want to be beautiful? Eat right!

According to a recent study, most of all, the perception of skin as beautiful, contrary to popular belief, is influenced not by a tan, but by a rational diet rich in vegetables and fruits.

30.11.2009
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Shock wave – on erectile dysfunction

Shockwave therapy is not a panacea in the case of erectile dysfunction, which can be caused by other factors besides circulatory disorders.

27.11.2009
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Will Alphafetoprotein protect against breast cancer?

Alphafetoprotein, which is synthesized by embryo tissues, suppresses the development of breast cancer during pregnancy. This protein can theoretically be used as a means for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer.

27.11.2009