Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have discovered a critical step in cell communication that promotes bone formation, limb growth, and tissue development. The study reveals how the MAD protein regulates gene transcription in response to specific signals.
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalNature·DateJul 16, 1997
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University aim to extend the lifetime of biotech lab cells by stopping their suicidal impulses. By understanding the genetic path that leads to apoptosis, scientists can apply
A long-term trial found that treating hypertension reduces heart failure risk, even in those with severe heart disease. The study showed significant benefits for patients over 80 and those who had a heart attack before the trial.
SourceNIH/National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute·JournalJAMA·DateJul 16, 1997