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Posted November 5, 2015 beige fat

Researchers identify epigenetic switch which generates calorie-burning brown fat.

All mammals, including humans, have two types of fat with completely opposite functions. These are white fat, which stores energy and is linked with diabetes and obesity; and brown fat, … Continue Reading Researchers identify epigenetic switch which generates calorie-burning brown fat.

Artificial tissue reverses erectile dysfunction in pigs

The synthetic penile tissue restored erectile function “immediately.”

New nanoparticle ‘reshapes’ belly fat to stop more forming

The nanoparticle converts unhealthy fat into healthier fat cells.

Finally, a possible vaccine to treat UTIs–one of the most common (and resistant) infections in the world

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are now the most common cause of outpatient infections worldwide.

Lab-grown blood cells successfully given to humans

The breakthrough could prove “transformative” for patients with rare blood disorders.

Naturally magnetic bacteria is a promising cancer therapy

The bacteria, which contain magnetic structures, was discovered in 1975.