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Gene abnormalities influence radiation resistance: Study
Updated : 3 months ago IST
Chicago [US], October 23 (ANI): According to a study, a group of researchers discovered that common and rare gene defects influence radiation resistance and sensitivity, paving the possibility for more personalised and effective cancer treatment.
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Study: Krabbe disease causes degeneration of neurons directly
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Washington [US], August 14 (ANI): According to a new study, the gene defect underlying Krabbe disease causes degeneration of neurons directly, independent of its effects on other cell types. The discovery represents a new mechanism of action for the mutant gene, presenting a more accurate pi
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Krabbe disease causes degeneration of neurons directly: Study
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Washington [US], July 6 (ANI): According to a new study, the gene defect underlying Krabbe disease causes degeneration of neurons directly, independent of its effects on other cell types. The discovery represents a new mechanism of action for the mutant gene, presenting a more accurate pictu
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Researchers identify gene that causes canine hereditary deafness in puppie
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
Helsinki [Finland], May 21 (ANI): Researchers at the University of Helsinki have been the first to determine the cause for the nonsyndromic early-onset hereditary canine hearing loss in Rottweilers. The gene defect was identified in a gene relevant to the sense of hearing. The study can also
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Researchers find drug to correct gene defect that causes immune-driven gut
Updated : 2 years, 3 months ago IST
California [US], September 30 (ANI): A team of researchers found that the drug tofacitinib, also called Xeljanz and approved by the FDA to treat rheumatoid arthritis and ulcerative colitis, can repair permeability defects in the intestine.
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