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CRISPR-edited stem cells reveal hidden causes of autism

To allow studying the genetic causes of autism spectrum disorder, a Kobe University research team created a bank of 63…

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Newly identified group of nerve cells in the brain regulates bodyweight

Obesity is a global health problem that affects many people. In recent years, very promising anti-obesity drugs have been developed.…

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Researchers engineer a herpes virus to turn on T cells for immunotherapy

Recent research points to the potential utility of a familiar sounding foe-herpes virus-in the fight against cancer. The idea: the…

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A high-fat diet sets off metabolic dysfunction in cells, leading to weight gain

Consuming a high-fat diet can lead to a variety of health problems — not only weight gain but also an…

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Zika virus uses cells’ ‘self-care’ system to turn against host

A new study reveals the biological secret to the Zika virus’s infectious success: Zika uses host cells’ own “self-care” system…

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Overlooked cells might explain the human brain’s huge storage capacity

The human brain contains about 86 billion neurons. These cells fire electrical signals that help the brain store memories and…

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Weight loss linked to nerve cells in the brain

A specific group of nerve cells in the brain stem appears to control how semaglutide affects appetite and weight —…

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First vascularized model of stem cell islet cells

Researchers led by Maike Sander, Scientific Director of the Max Delbrück Center, have developed a vascularized organoid model of hormone…

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Researchers identify a dual origin of cells controlling puberty and reproduction

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have shown that gonadotrophs, cells in the pituitary gland with a key role in…

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Scientists design gene delivery systems for cells in the brain and spinal cord

Research teams funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have created a versatile set of gene delivery systems that…

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