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New way to force pathogenic proteins into degradation

A number of diseases are caused by proteins that have spun out of control. Unfortunately, so far, conventional drugs have been able to stop only a fraction of these troublemakers. A new class of drugs known as PROTACs holds great promise in pharmaceutical research. They mark proteins for targeted degradation by the cell's own protein disposal system.

Caffeine highs and lows soccer players should be aware of

Caffeine can have a negative impact on football players' decision-making skills, new research shows. A study has found that while consuming caffeine before a game can improve the accuracy of football passes, it can have an adverse effect on more tactical play involving a higher number of passes.

Groundbreaking research offers early clues to stomach cancer development

Scientists have decoded critical genetic factors in intestinal metaplasia patients, shedding light on early signs and prevention strategies for stomach cancer -- often a 'ticking time bomb' as patients experience no or only mild symptoms in the early stages.

Swine flu: No further cases detected in people in UK

UK health officials said enhanced surveillance would continue over the coming weeks, as a precaution.

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New way to force pathogenic proteins into degradation

Caffeine highs and lows soccer players should be aware of

Groundbreaking research offers early clues to stomach cancer development

Swine flu: No further cases detected in people in UK

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