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New Food Product for Management of Alzheimer’s Disease

A key feature of Alzheimer’s disease is reduced glucose metabolism in the brain. A new medical food product produced by biotech company Accera may effectively manage symptoms of mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease by providing an alternative source of fuel for the brain.

Published by Emma Lloyd (11,876 pts

) on Dec 29, 2008 to
Medical Science Articles

Stem Cell Tissue Engineering

Stem cell tissue engineering has offered us a new and improved way to treat illnesses and diseases. Adult stem cells are proving themselves useful in tissue engineering.

Published by SSleutz (120 pts

) on Sep 30, 2008 to
Medical Science Articles

Pros and Cons of Tissue Engineering

Tissue engineering, intended to improve or to replace biological functions, is an emerging technology. Read about the advantages and disadvantages of tissue engineering.

Published by SSleutz (120 pts

) on Sep 30, 2008 to
Medical Science Articles

Bionics

This article introduces the idea of bionics. More than just science fiction, bionics is a technology with both current and future real world applications.

Published by Dan B. (19,028 pts

) on Sep 30, 2008 to
Medical Science Articles

W. L. Hastings and the Artificial Heart

Read about W. L. Hastings, the chief technician who controlled the first artificial heart, the Jarvik 7.

Published by mslate (1,813 pts

) on Sep 30, 2008 to
Medical Science Articles

The History of Bionics

Bionics is a fascinating subject with a relatively short but interesting history. Find out more about this exciting field.

Published by Emma Lloyd (11,876 pts

) on Sep 29, 2008 to
Medical Science Articles

What is Phylogeny Used For?

Phylogeny is not just theoretical science. Researchers in applied fields from medicine to environmental clean-up have found the study of phylogeny to be valuable.

Published by Robyn Broyles (11,124 pts

) on Sep 28, 2008 to
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All about Biotechnology

Biotechnology has been in existence for centuries, although it only recently has become more defined in the promise and discoveries it can create for problems that exist.

Published by Neeyati (1,441 pts

) on Jul 31, 2008 to
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