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Oxygen deprived brains repaired and saved
Scientists from Melbourne's Howard Florey Institute have found special proteins that protect the brain after it has been damaged by a lack of oxygen, which occurs in conditions such as stroke, perinatal asphyxia, near-drowning and traumatic brain injury.
Thu, 24 Aug 2006, 18:07

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Genetics behind developmental brain disorders may play a wider role with congenital diseases
Findings of a recent genetic study on developmental brain disorders may be the "tip of an iceberg" revealing factors involved with a number of congenital diseases, according to UC Irvine researchers.
Sat, 8 Jul 2006, 11:11

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Identification of the role of "Heat Shock Protein" in inflammatory myositis could open up new treatment options
A study presented by Mrs. Elisabeth Elst today shows for the first time that a protein - heat shock protein 60 (HSP60) – that is present in chronic inflammations, triggers a response by T-cells  in children with juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM).
Thu, 22 Jun 2006, 14:21

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The placenta may hold the key for early diagnosis of Autism
Researchers at Yale School of Medicine have discovered in the placenta what may be the earliest marker for autism, possibly helping physicians diagnose the condition at birth, rather than the standard age of two or older.

Tue, 20 Jun 2006, 15:44

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Oregon Health and Science University researchers identifies gene behind Neuroaxonal dystrophies
Oregon Health & Science University researchers have identified the gene behind a group of rare, progressive childhood disorders caused by an abnormal buildup of iron in the brain.
Mon, 19 Jun 2006, 18:39

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