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New analysis of ancient human protein could unlock secrets of evolution

The technique – known as proteomics – could bring new insights into the past two million years of humanity’s history

The Guardian - UK

The Observer view on the coming revolution in the prevention of disease and how Britain can’t afford to ignore it

A national debate on the controversial issue is essential, but the research could immeasurably improve the lives of millions of people and their descendants

The Guardian - UK

UK government urged to consider changing law to allow gene editing of embryos

Citizens’ panel of people with experience of genetic conditions says discussion urgently needed for research

The Guardian - UK

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FBI director believes lab leak theory

The director of the FBI, Christopher Wray, fanned the flames of speculation that blame the Chinese government

Salon

Mayo Clinic Minute: Who should be screened for colorectal cancer?

Colorectal cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the Multi-Society Task Force on colon cancer encourage patients to start screening at age 50 unless they have other risk factors like family history or inflammatory diseases that could predispose them…

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How fish evolved to walk – and in one case, turned into humans

When you think about human evolution, there’s a good chance you’re imagining chimpanzees exploring ancient forests or early humans daubing woolly mammoths on to cave walls. But we humans, along with bears, lizards, hummingbirds and Tyrannosaurus rex, are actually lobe-finned fish.

The Conversation

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and wife to invest $250 million in new Chicago research lab

The lab will harness brain power from Northwestern University, the University of Chicago and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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Gene test could guide use of chemotherapy in bowel cancer patients

Scientists have found that patients respond differently to drugs based on a mutation in a gene called KRAS.

The Independent UK

Bowel cancer breakthrough as scientists find chemotherapy response could be predicted by existing NHS test

Researchers hope KRAS test can serve renewed function as soon as possible

The Independent UK

The alphabet soup of ancient life

New research illuminates the ancient processes from which the first life arose on Earth

Salon

Population-wide gene testing ‘limited in its ability to predict disease risk’

Experts say polygenic risk scoring fails to take into other factors that contribute to disease risk, such as smoking or deprivation.

The Independent UK

Microbes in food may impact cancer

"While some help your body fight cancer, others help tumors evolve and grow"

Salon

Did you know Vitamin D is important for your sex life? Read on

Low estrogen levels in women might come from a vitamin D deficiency and result in a lower sex drive. Men get the same effects from sun exposure. The female sex hormone, estrogen, is not only in charge of a high sex drive but also plays a role in maintaining the…

The Times of India

For man behind gene-edited babies, a rocky return to science

Five years ago, scientist He Jiankui shocked the world with claims that he created the first genetically edited babies

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The Conversation

Plant and animal species that adapt quickly to city life are more likely to survive

It’s five o'clock on a summer morning in Winnipeg. Our research team is unloading a series of small traps from the trunk of our car, which is parked on a residential road. Using a stick, we slather peanut butter from a huge jar into each trap as bait and quietly…

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Study reveals why ovarian cancer becomes treatment-resistant in some people

A team of international researchers, led by Australian scientists, has identified why some ovarian cancers become resistant to treatment.

The Guardian - AU

Deadly new UK strep A variant leading to disease surge in Australia

Latest research finds the invasive variant produces significantly higher levels of a toxin than previous strain

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Physically demanding work linked to higher male fertility: Research

According to a new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system, males who often lift heavy objects at work have higher sperm counts. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Ask the Doctors: Older adults at risk of vitamin D deficiency

Research shows the vitamin also has an anti-inflammatory effect, helps fight infection and can reduce cancer cell growth in some situations.

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Study suggests how human body can predict mealtimes

According to a recent study from the University of Surrey, the human body can forecast the timing of frequent meals. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Prostate cancer screening a step closer thanks to medical advances

A study examined whether the ‘seesaw has tipped in favour of screening’.

The Independent UK

Prostate cancer screening breakthrough as harms linked to testing reduced

Prostate cancer checks may be a step closer after a study suggested that harms linked to testing have reduced thanks to advances in medical technology

The Independent UK

Harms linked to prostate cancer screening ‘reduced by medical advances’

A study examined whether the ‘seesaw has tipped in favour of screening’.

Daily Mirror

UK's first ever national screening for killer prostate cancer moves step closer

A new, more effective scan could be rolled out across the NHS opening up the possibility of national screening for the biggest cancer killer of men

Evening Standard

DNA key to help reduce anxiety in people with Down’s syndrome

Researchers at UCL say their insights could offer hopes for new treatments

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