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Scientists ID Enzyme Causing Brain Cell Death
Findings could offer new therapies for neurodegenerative diseases

Scientists ID Protein Aiding Breast Cancer Spread
Called Menainv, research suggests it's a promising candidate as marker for metastasis

Study Recruiting From Alzheimer’s-Prone Families
The findings might boost understanding of the disease generally, researchers say

Scientists ID Uterine Muscle Switch for Contractions
Finding may lead to new therapies for preterm labor

Researchers ID Suite of Genes in Aging Process
Biomarkers could provide scientific baseline for anti-aging drug trials, study says

’Iceman’ Mummy Has No Modern Kin
Though first discovered in the Alps, DNA study finds no genetic link to modern Europeans

Scientists Identify Brain’s ’Hate Circuit’
And same 2 areas also activated by romantic love, study finds

Elaborate Network Drives When and Where Proteins Are Made
Study finds molecules convey genetic instructions from nuclei to fulfill different roles

Hydrogen Sulfide Key Player in Blood Pressure Regulation
Mouse study finds 'rotten egg'-smelling gas relaxes arteries, may have broader applications

Hormones May Be to Blame for Women’s Cavity Rates
Reproductive pressures, dietary preferences all contribute, anthropologist suggests