The End for Knockout Mice? How Knockout Rats May Be Taking Over From Knockout Mice
Knockout mice have taken the lab limelight for a number of years and contributed to great swathes of knowledge about human diseases. But they could …
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An Introduction to Eugenics and the History of Eugenics
When one hears the term “eugenics” horrid images of WWII Germany come to mind, as well as the racist campaigns of the United States to prevent the …
Continue ReadingThe Scientific Problems of Knockout Mice: The Limitations of these Lab Mice in the Study of Human Diseases
Since their creation in 1989, knockout mice have become invaluable tools for researchers tying to find out the functions of genes. But as good they …
Continue ReadingFacts on Bisoprolol Fumarate
Bisoprolol fumarate is also known by its brand name Zebeta. This is an oral medication that is commonly used for high blood pressure as well as heart …
Continue ReadingFacts on Butalbital Compound
Butalbital compound is sold under the brand names Fiorinal and Fiormor with Codeine. This is an oral capsule that contains aspirin, caffeine, …
Continue ReadingThe Benefits of DNA Fingerprinting: Its Uses in Agriculture, Forensics, and Other Areas
This article looks at the benefits of DNA fingerprinting in identification, forensics, and other lesser known uses of the technology such as how DNA …
Continue ReadingWhat is Cushing’s Disease in Dogs and How Canine Cushing’s Disease Can Benefit from Genetics Research
Cushing’s disease is an endocrine disease that affects people, but it can also be found in a variety of other animals, including dogs. The symptoms …
Continue ReadingLab Animals: What are Knockout Mice? And What Are Some of the Scientific Problems of Knockout Mice?
Knockout mice are an invaluable research tool. They have played important roles in the study of many human illnesses and disorders including obesity, …
Continue ReadingSpace Agencies of The World - French Space Agency - CNES. Alternative to NASA for commercial launch facilities
The Centre National d’Etudes Spatiales (CNES) is the French space agency with headquarters in Paris. Though it launches rockets from its launch …
Continue ReadingWhat is Evolution and How Can We Benefit From Directed Evolution?
Using the directed evolution method, you can create proteins and enzymes with specific properties for specific purposes in agriculture, industry and …
Continue ReadingFacts on Ethosuximide
According to Aol Health ethosuximide is also known as Zarontin. This medication is used to treat seizures and should not be abruptly stopped for any …
Continue ReadingHistory and Facts about the Hermes Space Shuttle, the European Space Agency's Reusable Space Plane
The Hermes European space shuttle was designed to launch with the Ariane 5 rocket system. Originating with the European Space Agency, the shuttle was …
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