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Stem cell therapy's promise threatened by genetic risks: Scientists call for action

An international workshop of scientists, regulators, and industry experts led by Prof Ivana Barbaric convened to address the risks of genetic mutations in stem cell therapy.
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Scientists identify key protein driving ovarian cancer spread

A new study has identified the protein ADAMTS5 as playing a crucial role in the spread of ovarian cancer cells, offering a potential new target for future treatments.
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Fighting bacteria with viruses: Important step to treating antibiotic resistant infections

New insights into a ‘friendly virus’ that could pave the way for cutting edge treatments for the potentially fatal superbug C.diff have been uncovered by СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield scientists.
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New insights into plant defence and adaptation

A new review has shed light on how plants produce specialised chemical compounds crucial for their survival.
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Understanding the genetic roots of aggressive childhood cancer: Research aims to improve Neuroblastoma treatment

Scientists have secured £1.5 million from Cancer Research UK (CRUK) to investigate the genetic secrets behind neuroblastoma - aiming to improve treatments for this aggressive childhood cancer.