Biotech gets a grip on cell adhesion
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Researchers are discovering that cell adhesion molecules play a significant role in many aspects of human health, including wound healing, the common cold and cancer. Many biotechnology companies are engaged in cell adhesion research in the hopes that new cures will result.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1993
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New piece in Alzheimer's puzzle
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Duke University researchers identified the gene APoE4, which codes for apolipoprotein E, as a risk factor in late-onset Alzheimer's disease, the prevalent form of the dementia. The relationship between ApoE4 and the peptide beta-amyloid may be a key to onset.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1993
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Genetic clues to Alzheimer's disease
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Mutations in the genes for beta-ayloid precursor protein, S182 protein or STM2 protein cause the genetic forms of Alzheimer's disease. The role of these mutations in the process that forms beta-amyloid is discussed.
Publication Name: Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8075
Year: 1996
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