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U-M researchers discover way to block neurodegeneration in an adult form of Fragile X syndrome

Ann Arbor, Mich. — Expression of a toxic RNA that leads to Fragile X Tremor Ataxia Syndrome is modifiable by genetic or pharmacologic means, according to new research from U-M Medical School scientists.
In the study published online today in the …

Study finds possible ‘persistence’ switch for tuberculosis

HOUSTON — (Sept. 17, 2010) — An examination of a portion of the tuberculosis genome that responds to stress has allowed Rice University bioengineers Oleg Igoshin and Abhinav Tiwari to zero in on a network of genes that may “switch” the disea…