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University honours genetics pair
Sheffield University honour a husband and wife for their pioneering work in the field of genetics.
May 5, 2010

Blocking gene boosts radiotherapy
A gene which hinders the ability of radiotherapy to kill cancer cells has been detected by UK researchers.
Apr 2, 2010

Gene test aid to cancer treatment
Scientists develop a gene test which predicts how well chemotherapy will work in individual breast cancer patients.
Mar 1, 2010

Experts crack cancer 'gene code'
Scientists unlock the entire genetic code of two common cancers - skin and lung - a move they say could revolutionise cancer care.
Dec 16, 2009

Software models aid genetic study
Computer models of the workings of genes are helping unpick the process of aging and how toxins poison the body.
Dec 7, 2009

Worm could offer Parkinson's clue
Dundee University scientists believe worms could hold clues to why some people develop Parkinson's Disease.
Dec 5, 2009

Anti-cancer drugs in chicken eggs
A chicken whose eggs contain a protein which can be used to treat cancer could become a commercial reality.
Jun 3, 2005

Molecular biology goes to extremes
Scientists conduct the first in-the-field DNA tests on Antarctic soil microbes.
Mar 22, 2002

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