Organ transplant alternatives could be available in the future Scottish researchers have grown a whole, functional organ from scratch inside of an animal for the very first time. Genetically reprogrammed cells formed into a thymus – a critical part of the immune system – once transplanted into mice with other support role cells. The thymus is … [Read more…]
DNA project aims to put UK on the map as research experts A new project that strives to revolutionise medicine by studying DNA is now underway in centres across England. By analysing genomes – the building blocks of DNA – scientists hope to help create targeted therapies for every area of medicine, covering everything from … [Read more…]
Invasive procedures could be avoided British researchers have developed a simple blood test that has the potential to detect all forms of cancer. Scientists from the University of Bradford have used the new technique on three different types of cancer, producing very promising results. Despite the test being in early development and still requiring work, … [Read more…]