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Study finds obesity as risk factor for colorectal cancer

The risk of colorectal cancer is known to increase with obesity. This association has likely been severely underestimated thus far, according to research from the German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ). Read further on Dynamite News:

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The bowel cancer red flag symptoms experts are urging young people to recognise

Medical experts are urging young adults to be aware of the symptoms as bowel cancer cases amongst the demographic have "nearly doubled" in recent years.

Daily Record

Bengaluru scientists help find new kind of molecular motor

An international team of researchers, including from the National Centre for Biological Sciences, Bengaluru, has reported a new kind of cellular molecular motor that uses the entropic force and helps the EEA1 protein stiffen and collapse in cyclical fashion.

The Hindu

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Study: Diet has much stronger impact than defensins on gut microbes

The composition of the intestinal microbiota is influenced by a variety of factors, including nutrition and the body's production of the intestinal defence molecule defensins, which has been discovered by researchers at Ume University in Sweden. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Feeling tired could be 'red flag' symptom for illness - list of tell-tale signs

The vitamin is essential to our health as it supports various body functions from our heat, bones, muscles and overall immune system.

Daily Record

Feeling tired or worn out could be symptom of common illness you should not ignore

It is something many of us suffer from - but there is an easy fix

Wales Online

‘Put a man on it’: the very short story of my medical research career

I was incredulous when I was told what my grant application lacked. I was happy to stand on the shoulders of giants, I just didn’t want them to carry me

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Study of single protein ‘paves way to improved understanding of disease’

The scientists suggest the findings could help better understand proteins linked to conditions like anaemia or Parkinson’s.

The Independent UK

Research: Stuck stem cells are connected to ageing of hair

Based on a recent study, specific stem cells can travel between growth compartments in hair follicles with a special aptitude, but as people age, they become trapped and lose the capacity to mature and preserve hair colour. Read further on Dynamite News:

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How brain cells are starved of energy in autophagy dysfunction: Study

Neurodegeneration in brain cells may occur when the normal cellular cleansing mechanism failed owing to declining levels of a coenzyme related to niacin and deprives cells of energy. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Have you heard of Mgen? The little known STD that is a 'growing concern' in UK

WHEN Claire (not her real name) was told by an ex over text in January that she might have the STD mycoplasma genitalium (Mgen) she was confused.

The National (Scotland)

New insight into molecular interactions throws open a ‘window to evolution’

Mathematicians have uncovered details about the universal explanatory framework for molecular interactions that help them adapt to new conditions

The Hindu

‘At least 10% of the human genome is unchanged across mammal species’

a new genetic project called zoonomia has started comparing the genetic blueprints of an array of animals and its link to humans

The Hindu

Darwin must stay in Indian school textbooks

If the strength of science lies in its ability to stand the test of critical inquiry, then science classrooms must inculcate the embracing of critique

The Hindu

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Zoonomia: Genetic research reveals all we share with animals

Scientists from around the world are comparing the genetic blueprints of an array of animals to gain new insights into our own species

The Independent UK

Genetic analysis of 240 mammal species sheds light on human disease origins

Researchers surveyed the genetic material of different animals encompassing almost 80% of the mammalian species

The Independent UK

Voices: If octopuses are as sentient as cats, should we be farming them for food?

Researchers and activists have been appalled by plans to farm the complex creatures in their thousands in huge indoor facilities, writes Sean T Smith

The Independent UK

Rosalind Franklin's role in DNA discovery gets a new twist

The story of how scientists discovered DNA's shape may be getting another twist

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Academics find twist in tale of Rosalind Franklin, DNA and the double helix

Authors say scientist’s role was acknowledged at the time of discovery – contrary to popular narrative

The Independent UK

Rosalind Franklin ‘was an equal contributor in the discovery of DNA structure’

Professors Matthew Cobb and Nathaniel Comfort said new evidence shows Franklin did not fail to understand her own data.

The Guardian - UK

Full speed ahead: why do some of us struggle with low libido – and five ways to help

For most of us, the key to boosting sexual interest is to find what works your accelerator and what slams on the brakes. Could a new hormone treatment play a part in improving sex lives? Plus debunking the most common low libido myths

Daily Mirror

Scientists figure out why our hair turns grey - and may know how to 'reverse ageing'

The American study suggests stem cells may get "stuck" as hair grows older and therefore lose their ability to mature and maintain hair colour, turning your barnet grey over time

AAP

The red poppy's rise as a symbol of remembrance

The red poppy is an enduring symbol of remembrance but you'll rarely if ever see fresh ones at Anzac Day events. Here's why.

Daily Mirror

'I had to tell my boys at Xmas I had cancer - but after 12 weeks of therapy we have hope'

After his bowel cancer diagnosis, Paul Farrell was offered an experimental new trial to try to treat it - after just 12 weeks of treatment, the dad-of-two is now 'feeling brilliant'

Manchester Evening News

UKHSA issues update on Arcturus Covid variant as five deaths reported among sequenced cases

The UKHSA says more than 100 sequenced cases have now been detected in the UK

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