Illuminating the switch in influenza viruses
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The requirements for the transition of H5N1, a pathogenic strain of avian flu, to a virulent human pathogen are reviewed. Hemagglutinin proteins need to gain host receptors with an umbrella-like topology.
Publication Name: Nature Biotechnology
Subject: Business
ISSN: 1087-0156
Year: 2008
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High-frequency generation of viable mice from engineered bi-material embryos
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A new approach for the high-frequency generation of viable mice from engineered bi-material embryos is discussed. These bi-material mice are found to develop into extremely fertile female adults.
Publication Name: Nature Biotechnology
Subject: Business
ISSN: 1087-0156
Year: 2007
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Humanizing mouse thrombi
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A new mouse model that develops blood clots comprising largely of human platelets is presented. The effect of antiplatelet drugs on human platelets can be evaluated using the mouse model.
Publication Name: Nature Biotechnology
Subject: Business
ISSN: 1087-0156
Year: 2008
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