news archive genetic news - August 26, 2003

August 26, 2003

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-	2003 Medicine For The Public Free public lectures cover latest developments in medicine
-	Lupus Today: Research Into Action Conference where national leaders in lupus research will gather to iscuss the latest scientific discoveries about this autoimmune disease and what they mean for the current and future management of lupus.
-	Amphetamine Or Cocaine Exposure May Limit Brain Cell Changes That Normally Occur With Life Experiences New research in rats shows that exposure to stimulant drugs such as amphetamine or cocaine can impair the ability of specific brain cells to change as a consequence of experience.
-	A Blind Man Learns To See A stem cell transplant allowed a blind man to regain his sight after 40 years.
-	Dialing Down The Heat Scientists show that a natural molecule in our body known as SIGIRR regulates inflammation by dampening signals that initiate inflammatory responses.
-	A Fatty End To Pathogenic Bacteria Dietary lipids may help overcome bacterial infections in animal models.
-	In Vino Veritas – Red Wine Ingredient Extends Yeast Lifespan By 70% Resveratrol, abundant in red wine, is one of several drug-like molecules that can extend the lifespan of the baker's yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
-	Anti-Malarials Explained Researchers have identified a molecular target for the class of anti-malaria drugs called artemisinins.