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Massive Study Cracks Genetics of Osteoporosis, Fracture Risks

April 18, 2012

LONDON – A meta-analysis of several genomewide association studies has identified variants in 56 genetic loci related to bone mineral density, 14 of which increase the risk of bone fracture.

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Cell/gene therapy sector now sustainable; China competition mounting

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There was an upbeat message for cell and gene therapy companies in the 2026 industry update presented as the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference opened on Monday,...

Abbvie snags PD-1/VEGF bispecific in potential $5B Remegen deal

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With rumors regarding a couple of potential mega-mergers making the rounds, the week of the annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference kicked off with the official...

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Neurotrimin unveiled as marker in intellectual disability

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Neurotrimin (NTM) is a member of the IgLON family, the disruption of which has been tied to emotional learning deficits and anxiety-like behavior in animal...