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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

New Hope for Retinitis Pigmentosa: Targeting Cellular Messengers

Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a tricky condition. It's caused by faults in over 90 different genes. This makes it hard to treat because each case can be unique. Right now, gene therapies are limited and expensive. So, scientists are looking for a different approach. One that doesn't depend on the specific gene mutation. The eye's retina relies on tiny chemical messen...

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Unlocking New Hope for Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a tough condition to manage. Even though there are treatments available, there's still a lot of room for improvement. Researchers have been working hard to find better ways to prevent and treat RA. One big step forward came from a study that looked at the genes of many people with RA. This study was special because it used a powerful meth...

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Mar 11 2025SCIENCE

Miniature Fluorescent Tools Shed Light on Cancer and Brain Health

Picture this: tiny, glowing tools that can help us understand and treat diseases like cancer and brain disorders. These tools are called miniaturized fluorescent probes, and they are designed to target a specific enzyme called monoacylglycerol lipase (MAGL). MAGL is crucial because it helps control the endocannabinoid system, which plays a big role in how our bodies ...

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