Category: Biomedical Research
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A Familiar Medicine to Treat Urinary Tract Infections
Urinary tract infections are common among elders and women, but frequent antibiotic treatment can cause bacteria to become resistant. Researchers at Baylor found a non-antibiotic therapy by using a familiar medicine to treat UTIs.
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The Molecular Basis of Autism
This review focuses on the molecular basis of autism, both genetically and physically.
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Mitochondrial Replacement Therapy: An Ingenious Breakthrough or Recipe for Disaster?
Mitochondrial replacement therapy is an emerging reproductive technology that produces an embryo with three genetic contributors. In 2015, the United Kingdom legalized mitochondrial replacement therapy. The New Scientist reported the birth of the first healthy child conceived by mitochondrial replacement therapy in 2016. This was led by New York-based physician Dr. Zhang. This was followed…
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The Role of Twin Studies in Medicine
By attempting to answer the question of “nature or nurture,” twin studies provide valuable insight on different areas of medicine.
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Lab-Grown Food and the Environment
With the importance of resource conservation becoming apparent in recent years, companies are beginning to experiment with lab-grown meat to make it a viable alternative to animal meat. Scientists are also beginning to examine the emergence of lab-grown meat and consider the benefits and detriments of this rapidly growing alternative.
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HeLa Cells: The Turning Point of Medicine?
This article explores the phenomenon of Henrietta Lacks’ stem cells and how it has revolutionised stem cell treatments and research since 1951. But should they still be used today?
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Most Efficient Algae for Biodiesel Production
This paper discusses how different types of algae can serve as alternatives to the conventional gasoline or diesel that has proved to be harmful for the environment.
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The Role of Language in Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy
One factor that is crucial in addressing vaccine hesitancy is the discussions between healthcare providers and patients. Although seemingly insignificant, the language used by providers during these conversations may influence the vaccination decisions of patients, an influence which has the potential to be beneficial when utilized alongside other interventions.
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Pirfenidone: Using Lung Medicine to Treat Heart Failure
Recent research on the use of pirfenidone suggests it may be suitable for treatment in patients with heart failure. The drug is already approved for treating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and has shown some promising results in the reduction of myocardial fibrosis in patients with a preserved left ventricular ejection fraction, potentially providing a new approach…
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The Effect of Ascorbic Acid on Glucose Respiration of Saccharomyces Cerevisiae
This experiment aimed to determine the effects of varying ascorbic acid concentrations towards the cellular respiration of S. cerevisiae. The results collected from this experiment will yield insight in generating new implications and directions for antifungal medication towards virulent strains of S. cerevisiae.
