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Childhood asthma | Red meat | ALS-related mutations

October 15, 2019 Edition

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African American children may need different asthma treatments

Results from a study of African American children with asthma contrast with previous studies in other populations. The findings highlight the importance of including people of diverse ages and races.

Minced meat in Petri dishes

Gut microbes affect harmful compound in red meat

Researchers identified an enzyme in gut bacteria that releases an inflammation-causing carbohydrate from meat. The findings suggest strategies to reduce the risk of certain diseases associated with eating red meat.

Cartoon showing annexin A11 function

ALS-related mutations prevent RNA transport in nerves

Researchers discovered that ALS-related mutations prevent RNA transport from the nucleus to other areas of nerve cells. The results suggest an avenue to investigate new treatments for diseases linked to problems with this process.

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