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The Y chromosome is slowly degenerating
Health

The Y chromosome is slowly degenerating

So far, we have always attributed the Y chromosome to the symbol of masculinity. But it turns out this type of chromosome is not as strong and durable as we imagined.

May 16, 2019
Find a way to prevent metastatic cancer
Cancer

Find a way to prevent metastatic cancer

Researchers in Switzerland combine Activin B protein and ALK7 receptor to create a signaling pathway that causes cancer cells to die on their own.

May 12, 2019