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New research finds that acrolein, a byproduct of oxidative stress, is key in the progression of Parkinson’s disease. Targeting the compound was found to slow down the condition in rats — a discovery that may...
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New research published in the journal Structure has found that a natural extract from daffodils has cancer-killing properties. It lays out the molecular mechanism by which the extract could trigger cancer cell death. Published Wednesday...
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One of the hallmarks of advanced prostate cancer is a faulty PTEN tumor suppressor gene. Now, after screening compounds for their effect on cells lacking PTEN, scientists have discovered that a natural insecticide called deguelin...
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A new study has uncovered a biological clock circuit that may explain why people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia can become more agitated or aggressive in the early evening. Published Tuesday 10...
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Cancer cells constantly grow and divide, which means that they need a consistent energy supply. A new study looks at how cancer derives fuel from fat cells and finds a potential mechanism to starve the...
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Treatment resistance is a huge problem in cancer therapy and a major barrier to improving survival for many patients. Scientists have discovered that a solution might lie in a new drug that tackles cancer cells...
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Alzheimer’s disease is characterized by beta-amyloid plaques in the brain that disrupt the normal functioning of neurons. Could a common vegetal pigment provide the fix? Published Thursday 22 March 2018 By Maria Cohut Fact checked...
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Taking antibiotics for a long time during late adulthood may be linked with a higher risk of death among women, according to the latest evidence. Published Monday 26 March 2018 By David Railton Fact checked...
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Being physically fit is known to bring a range of health benefits — from staving off metabolic diseases to offering protection against heart disease. A new study may now have uncovered an additional advantage for...
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New research from Finland supports the idea that a diet rich in omega-6 fatty acids may protect us from premature death. Published Tuesday 20 March 2018 By Catharine Paddock PhD Fact checked by Jasmin Collier...
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