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July 12, 2016, 11:31

FDA approves first absorbable stent for coronary artery disease

The U. S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first fully absorbable stent to treat coronary artery disease.

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July 12, 2016, 11:28

Where did it all go wrong? Scientists identify ‘cell of origin’ in skin cancers

Scientists have identified for the first time the ‘cell of origin’ – in other words, the first cell from which the cancer grows – in basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer, and followed the chain of events that lead to the growth of these invasive tumours.

July 12, 2016, 11:10

Scientists simulate tiny bacteria-powered ‘windfarm’

A team of scientists from Oxford University has shown how the natural movement of bacteria could be harnessed to assemble and power microscopic ‘windfarms’ — or other man-made micromachines such as smartphone components.

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July 12, 2016, 11:05

Study finds link between saturated fats and early death

«Eating more saturated fats raises risk of early death, says US study," The Guardian reports. A major study involving more than 80,000 women would seem to contradict recent high-profile reports that a diet rich in saturated fat is safe.

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July 12, 2016, 11:01

Immune-based therapy in mice shows promise against pancreatic cancer

Clinical trial will test safety of new strategy in patients with advanced pancreatic tumors

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July 12, 2016, 10:51

Star role for 'Wars2' gene in heart disease risk

A gene called 'Wars2' has been pinpointed as a potential new target in treating heart disease, in research published today.

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July 08, 2016, 10:55

The first transparent 3D-printed skull has been successfully implanted

Three months ago, surgeons in Holland implanted a transparent plastic skull in a woman whose skull has never stopped growing.

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July 08, 2016, 10:52

Stem cell therapy as a potential treatment for severe burns patients

Scientists have discovered a new way to potentially treat muscle regeneration in patients with severe burns according to a study published today in The Journal of Physiology.

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