Scientists battle obesity overload
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This article examines the disturbing rise in obesity worldwide and discusses the work of scientists to slow this epidemic. Topics addressed include how physical inactivity contributes to obesity, the physiology and molecular biology of obesity, and how pharmaceutical companies are tackling fat research.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2001
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Charles J. Epstein
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American Society for Human Genetics has honored Charles J. Epstein with William Allan Award for his achievements in the field of genetics. His interests include developmental biology, genomic research and genetic diseases.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2001
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Virus knocking at nucleus door
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The author discusses the studies on the adenovirus 2 particle which is too large to squeeze through nuclear pores. Results indicate that histone H1 assists this particle to disassemble.
Publication Name: Nature Medicine
Subject: Health
ISSN: 1078-8956
Year: 2001
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