microRNA

October 8, 2024

MicroRNAs that regulate protein production in cells win Nobel Prize in Medicine

The Americans Victor Ambros from the University of Massachusetts and Gary Ruvklun from Harvard Medical School were awarded the prize. They will receive the award on 10 December in Stockholm.
September 20, 2024

A new blood test for rapid diagnosis of ALS

A blood test can detect this neurodegenerative disease with 98% accuracy and within 24 hours. The speed of this process will allow treatment to be started earlier, which will translate into better results for patients, say the researchers. It is expected to be available to neurologists within 18 to 24 months.