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Inhibiting a DNA-repairing protein in brain could be key to treating aggressive tumours
Targeting a specific DNA-repairing protein in the brain could be an effective way to treat the most aggressive type of brain tumour, a study suggests.
Scientists collaborate to reduce number of animals needed for research
More than 200 scientists have signed up to a tissue-sharing database designed to reduce the number of animals needed for biomedical research.
Arthritis drug cuts heart attack risk
A drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis can reduce the risk of heart attacks in such patients by nearly 40%, a new study has found.
University to lead medical technologies audit
University of Leeds-led consortium has been chosen by the Government to carry out an audit of research, innovation and industry in medical technologies.
‘Cough virus’ kills liver cancer cells – and the hepatitis virus that causes them, study finds
A virus that causes childhood coughs and colds could help in the fight against primary liver cancer, according to a study.