Gluing proteins together kills cancer super selectively

Scientists have demonstrated a creative new way to kill cancer cells effectively, with few side effects. Gluing two particular proteins together tricks the tumors into destroying themselves.Continue ReadingCategory: Cancer, Illnesses and conditions, Bo… Continue reading Gluing proteins together kills cancer super selectively

Lung fibrosis reversed in mice using existing FDA-approved drug

Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung condition involving excessive scarring that affects patients’ breathing, and currently can’t be cured. But now, scientists at the University of Alabama have found a way to reverse the condition in mice, using a drug that’s … Continue reading Lung fibrosis reversed in mice using existing FDA-approved drug

Scientists uncover how trans fats contribute to cell death

Trans fats, or trans fatty acids, are already known to be damaging to health, contributing to conditions like cardiovascular disease. Now we may know more about just how they cause this damage, as scientists at Tohoku University have found that certain… Continue reading Scientists uncover how trans fats contribute to cell death