Stem Cell Research
Pfizer and University College London have forged a research pact to identify stem cell therapies for macular degeneration. Their goal is to start bringing new candidates into the clinic in 2011. Report
Stem cells extracted from the fat of patients with multiple sclerosis could offer a new approach to treating the disease. Researchers tested the approach on three patients and say that more studying is warranted. Story
Australia's Mesoblast has been given a green light to start a Phase II trial of a stem cell therapy for fusion of the cervical spine. Story
Genetics
South Korean researchers have identified genes linked to chronic ailments like hypertension and osteoporosis. Story
A mouse study has found that genetics may help to explain alcohol-related susceptibility and resistance. Release
Yale School of Medicine scientist Jeffrey R. Gruen, M.D., has received a $5.2 million grant from the Manton Foundation to further his research on the genetics of dyslexia. Release
HIV-1-associated nephropathy (HIVAN) is a kidney disease that occurs commonly in individuals infected with HIV-1. Several studies have linked variants of genes expressed in kidney cells known as podocytes to HIVAN. Release
Cancer research
A team of scientists at The Campbell Family Institute for Breast Cancer Research at Princess Margaret Hospital and international collaborators has discovered how to trigger an improved immune response to cancer that could be included in new clinical trials that use a patient's own cells to destroy tumors. Release
New research suggests that walnuts--rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and antioxidants--could help prevent breast cancer. Report
