news archive genetic news - July 25, 2007

July 25, 2007

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-	Probing For Prions A rapid and very sensitive technique for the detection of infectious prion proteins is reported online.
-	A Genetic Step For Restless Leg Syndrome New genetic insight into the basis of restless leg syndrome (RLS) is reported online.
-	Genetic Risk Factor For Gallstone Disease A variant in a gene encoding a cholesterol transporter of the liver more than doubles the risk of gallstone disease.
-	Two Anticancer Drugs Target The Spliceosome Scientists have identified the cellular target of two important anticancer molecules as a component of the spliceosome.
-	Anti-Ageing Effect Of Protein Duo Boosting the levels of two proteins in mice suppresses cancer and delays ageing.
-	Potential Type 1 Diabetes Gene Found The discovery of gene newly implicated in the pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes may boost the development of predictive tests.