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Study: Biological sex changes how cancer grows in fruit flies. Here’s what that could mean for humans
A new study found that tumors grew 2.5 times larger in female fruit flies than males. With fruit flies sharing many genetic similarities with humans…
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Study: Poor parental diet linked to multi-generational health risks
Is it possible to pass on the effects of malnutrition? A new animal study found that a protein-deficient diet in one or both parents created related…
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Tulane alumnus J. David Barksdale returns to Board of Tulane
Tulane alumnus J. David Barksdale, a seasoned technology investor and telecommunications executive, has rejoined the Board of Tulane, the university’…
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Honey can reveal clues about environmental pollution near you
Can honey be a tool for monitoring environmental pollution? A new study found that may be the case after testing honeys from 48 states and finding…
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New nasal vaccine shows promise in curbing whooping cough spread
With whooping cough cases on the rise, a new nasal vaccine aims to stop both the infection and transmission of the disease. Current whooping cough…
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New study links historical redlining to delays in HIV treatment
A new study found that those living in previously redlined neighborhoods experience longer delays between diagnosis of HIV and achieving viral…
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