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Searchresult: How oxytocin signals regulate behavior
Last update: : 30.03.2015
The neuropeptide oxytocin impacts the nervous system and, thus, regulates human behavior. Valery Grinevich, a researcher at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), wants to uncover the molecular…
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Searchresult: Selective inhibition of a specific enzyme reduces side effectsSelective inhibition of a specific enzyme reduces side effects Press release content type: Press release
Last update: : 18.03.2015
In cases of neuroblastoma, which is an aggressive type of cancer in children, tumor growth can be slowed down by selective inhibition of a specific cancer-promoting enzyme. Scientists from the German…
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Searchresult: Deadly to cancer cells only: A molecular cause for selective effectiveness of parvovirus therapy discoveredDeadly to cancer cells only: A molecular cause for selective effectiveness of parvovirus therapy discovered Press release content type: Press release
Last update: : 11.03.2015
Parvoviruses can destroy cancer cells and are currently being tested in a preliminary clinical trial to treat malignant brain cancer. For their replication, the viruses need a particular enzyme in…
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Searchresult: German-Israeli exchange in science management
Last update: : 11.03.2015
For over 25 years, the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and Heidelberg University have been maintaining a consistent and intensive exchange with Israeli scientific research institutes. Every two…
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Searchresult: A new tool for detecting and destroying norovirus
Last update: : 06.03.2015
Norovirus infection is the most common cause of viral gastroenteritis, or "stomach flu." A research team at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) recently produced "nanobodies" that could be used…
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Searchresult: Genome Analysis of Cancer Cells: Germany’s Biggest Sequencing Unit Established in HeidelbergGenome Analysis of Cancer Cells: Germany’s Biggest Sequencing Unit Established in Heidelberg Press release content type: Press release
Last update: : 03.03.2015
Thorough examination of the genome of cancer cells is essential for a better understanding of the disease and to improve treatment. Therefore, the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), with the…
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Searchresult: European Research Council supports two more DKFZ researchersEuropean Research Council supports two more DKFZ researchers Press release content type: Press release
Last update: : 25.02.2015
The European Research Council (ERC) awards "Consolidator Grants" to support excellent young researchers at the stage when they are launching their own independent science career. Two junior research…
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Searchresult: Stellate cells in the liver control regeneration and fibrosisStellate cells in the liver control regeneration and fibrosis Press release content type: Press release
Last update: : 23.02.2015
Scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the Medical Faculty in Mannheim at Heidelberg University are searching for new approaches to prevent liver fibrosis. They have identified…
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Searchresult: New test to predict the effectiveness of cancer vaccines
Last update: : 19.02.2015
Many therapeutic cancer vaccines that are currently being developed are designed to direct the immune system against altered cancer-cell proteins. However, these vaccines can only be effective if the…
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Searchresult: A good night’s sleep keeps your stem cells young
Last update: : 18.02.2015
As we age, the stem cells in all tissues of our body are depleted or fail to function efficiently. This is what drives the age-associated decline in tissue function and the onset of age-related…
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