					30 September 2002 Doubts cast on potential of adult stem cells Researchers have tried - and failed - to coax adult blood-forming stem cells in mice into forming tissues other than blood and immune cells 30 September 2002 Evidence for mammalian pheromone receptors Researchers provide the first functional evidence for molecular receptors for pheromones in mammals 30 September 2002 Critical component in immune system described Immunologists describe for the first time a human immune system component known to be essential to controlling the activation of T-cells 30 September 2002 Cow and dog are on priority list for sequencing The cow, the dog and the ciliate Oxytricha have been added to the high-priority list of model organisms that should be considered for genome sequencing 30 September 2002 'Genetic Signature' of stem cells identified Princeton University scientists have identified the 'genetic signature' of stem cells, a subset of genes whose products may give these cells their unique traits 30 September 2002 Mystery of membrane fusion unravelled Physicists have unravelled the mystery of the structure of the initial stage of membrane fusion 30 September 2002 Keeping cancer fighting T cells in check What prevents potentially helpful cytotoxic T cells from attacking a tumour? Researchers show that regulatory T cells block their action. 30 September 2002 Europe launches effort to harness SNPs Researchers across Europe are poised to embark on an EU-funded project to evaluate novel DNA-based forensics technologies 30 September 2002 Novel mechanism devised for anti-cancer drugs A molecular tactic that prevents cancer cells from avoiding apoptosis has been devised, creating new possibilities for the development of anti-cancer drugs. 30 September 2002 A genetic fingerprint in sperm may identify infertility Conclusive new evidence that human sperm contain a complex and consistent repertoire of mRNAs could prove a boon in studying male factor infertility 30 September 2002 Testosterone secretion is controlled by neurological stimulation Californian scientists are threatening to overturn textbook dogma with the discovery of a 'totally new connection' between the brain's hypothalamus and the testes 30 September 2002 Consortium to connect animal scientists and veterinarians The Animal Health Consortium is a new resource available to veterinarians, pharmacologists and other professionals in the animal health sciences 30 September 2002 Tularemia outbreak identified in pet prairie dogs In late July of this year, investigators identified an outbreak of tularemia, a zoonotic disease, in captive, wild prairie dogs 30 September 2002 Tracking 3-D movement of cancer cells In groundbreaking new research scientists have designed a computerized system that tracks the movement of individual cancer cells growing in a three-dimensional culture 30 September 2002 New technique for DNA nanostructures A new method to make very small patterns of DNA molecules on surfaces has been developed by chemists at the University of California 30 September 2002 Virus's escape route from host cells Researchers have uncovered a strategy used by adenovirus to escape from its host's cells back into the environment 30 September 2002 Enzyme that activates RNA identified Scientists have found an enzyme that activates RNA, which could lead to new ways of regulating genetic information 30 September 2002 Keratin welcomes bacterial invasion The S. aureus surface protein, clumping factor B (ClfB), has been found to be a key player in bacterial attachment to the nasal epithelium 30 September 2002 Progress reported on alternatives to antimicrobials The latest efforts to develop suitable non-antimicrobial therapies in the fight against infection are targeting both the innate and acquired host immune responses. 30 September 2002 Newly revealed viral structure Researchers have combined two different imaging techniques to uncover the molecular-level framework of a common bacteriophage 30 September 2002 B cells and autoimmune diseases Researchers have a clearer picture of the origins of B cells and their involvement in autoimmune diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes 30 September 2002 Biochemical "switch" directs muscle building The enzyme deacetylase has been found to switch the pathway of muscle myoblasts from simply reproducing themselves to becoming mature myotubules 30 September 2002 Replacing immune cells shrinks tumours A new approach to cancer treatment that replaces a patient's immune system with cancer-fighting cells can lead to tumour shrinkage 30 September 2002 Darwin Centre opens in London's Natural History Museum The spanking new, eco-aware Darwin Centre opens its futuristic doors to the public at London's Natural History Museum on Monday 30 September 30 September 2002 Possible long-sought "universal molecule" against biofilms An American microbiology-based biotech firm will shortly announce preliminary success with a new strategy against the long-intractable problem of biofilm formation 30 September 2002 Computer predicts protein's shape from its sequence Using computer simulations, scientists have correctly predicted how a protein folds into its final shape purely from its genetic code 30 September 2002 New bone marrow from hair In a forthcoming issue of Journal of Cell Science, a report describes how hair follicle dermal cells can repopulate the mouse haematopoietic system 30 September 2002 The 2002 Lasker Awards This year's Albert Lasker Award for Basic Medical Research goes to James Rothman and Randy Schekman - researchers of the mechanisms underlying membrane vesicle budding and trafficking within cells 30 September 2002 More research for Europe The European Commission has outlined key areas where concerted action is needed if the EU is to reach its target of spending 3 0DP on research 30 September 2002 Is it top salaries that lure scientists? What lures scientists to work in certain cities? Is it just high salaries or do other factors play a part? Median incomes and the cost of living varies considerably and competition 30 September 2002 Europe urgently needs science voice Europe sorely lacks a strong voice of science and scholarship in almost all areas of research policy-making 30 September 2002 Vaccine developed for lethal ricin A vaccine against the lethal toxin ricin could soon be available - and researchers warn it may be needed 27 September 2002 Gene therapy treats rare disorder in dogs For the first time, researchers have successfully used gene therapy to treat a disease that affects organs throughout the body of a large animal.		6 September 2002 Antibiotics may be useful against 'Mad Cow' Disease A common antibiotic may be a useful weapon against the abnormal proteins that cause ‘mad cow’ and other brain-wasting diseases, researchers in Italy report. 6 September 2002 Anaesthetics mimic natural sleep process Undergoing anaesthesia may be more like falling asleep than we once thought, according to new research from Imperial College London and Harvard Medical School, USA 6 September 2002 Mouse model shows dendritic cells in action Time-lapse video shows how pieces of captured germs may work their way to the surface of live dendritic cells 6 September 2002 New method for detecting infectious diseases Scientists have developed a new method for detecting infectious diseases, including anthrax, tularemia, smallpox and HIV 6 September 2002 Molecular mechanism underlying anthrax infection The mechanism by which inhaled anthrax disarms and evades the immune system has been described by researchers 6 September 2002 How herpes tricks the immune system Researchers have discovered that a mouse herpes virus uses molecules that mimic a cell's own proteins to help thwart an immune attack 6 September 2002 Q3DM and Boehringer to collaborate Q3DM Inc., a leader in high resolution, high throughput cellular imaging solutions, is to collaborate with Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 6 September 2002 Gene change cause of deadly Hong Kong flu Scientists have identified a gene mutation that allowed the 1997 flu virus to evade the body's natural defenses 6 September 2002 Combined transplantation prevents need for anti-rejection drugs Combined kidney and bone marrow transplantation has enabled several patients to accept their transplanted kidney without immunosuppressive drugs 6 September 2002 Pig cells could help diabetics Cells from pigs could help transform the lives of people with insulin-dependent diabetes, according to scientists 6 September 2002 Risks involved with creation of transgenic animals animals themselves may be at risk from animal biotechnology, according a newly released US National Academy of Sciences report 6 September 2002 West Nile Virus Special Report:The appearance of epidemic West Nile meningoencephalitis in the New York City area in 1999 is an unsettling reminder of the ability of viruses to jump continents and hemispheres 6 September 2002 Molecular imaging: a needed research tool Imaging technology may in fact help identify the best therapies, at the best dose, at the best time. 6 September 2002 Spinal cord sends ejaculation-related signals A US study of male rats has identified a group of neurons in the rat spinal cord that could shed light on ejaculatory function 6 September 2002 Inducing cancer cell death A new technique for tricking cancer cells into committing suicide has been developed 6 September 2002 Gene expression controlled by light Researchers have reported a molecular switch that uses light to turn a gene on and off 6 September 2002 Animals' grown from an artificial embryo Virtual creatures, with muscles, senses and primitive nervous systems, have been grown from artificial embryos in a computer simulation 6 September 2002 Terrorism law includes penalties for extremists targeting animal-related businesses Legislation includes a provision imposing fines and prison sentences on persons committing terrorist attacks or conspiring to attack animal enterprises 6 September 2002 Animal rights groups pressure European lawmakers As Germany amends constitution to recognise animals, the European Union and England review animal welfare laws 6 September 2002 Final guidance on anthelmintics use available The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued three final guidance documents regarding the use of anthelmintics in three types of animals 6 September 2002 New high-throughput mass spectrometer A new mass spectrometer for identifying proteins may help understand the role of proteins in cellular function and disease development 6 September 2002 Animals' grown from an artificial embryo Virtual creatures, with muscles, senses and primitive nervous systems, have been 'grown' from artificial embryos in a computer simulation 6 September 2002 Law introduces penalties for extremists targeting animal-related businesses Fines and prison sentences are introduced for persons committing terrorist attacks or conspiring to attack animal enterprises 6 September 2002 Animal rights groups pressure European lawmakers As Germany amends constitution to recognise animals, the European Union and England review animal welfare laws 6 September 2002 Final guidance on anthelmintics use available The FDA has issued final documents on the use of anthelmintics in horses, pigs and dogs 6 September 2002 New high-throughput mass spectrometer A faster, more thorough mass spectrometry method for identifying proteins may significantly advance the technology infrastructure required to comprehend the role proteins play in cellular function and disease development 6 September 2002 Cat and dog genome projects Teams of researchers, working on the cat and dog genomes, support one another to help secure federal approval 6 September 2002 Mystery disease strikes UK birds Britain's sparrows and starlings are dying from an unknown disease 6 September 2002 Virus driven to extinction with cancer drug Treatment with a mutation-causing cancer drug meant a common virus is no longer able to reproduce and thus can be driven to extinction 6 September 2002 Review of the tools used for stem cell culture Because stem cells are tough to grow the tools and techniques used for their culture are slightly different to those used for conventional cell culture 6 September 2002 Smoking: Hazardous to your cat Cats whose owners smoke are up to three times as likely to develop lymphoma, a form of cancer, as cats living with non-smokers, a new study has found 5 September 2002 The truth about cats and dogs cat and dog genome projects to be scrutinised by NHGRI for funding


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