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August 2008

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David P. Bartel

Small Regulatory RNAs

Michael J. Welsh

Cystic Fibrosis and Ion Channel Research

New Blood Test for Down Syndrome
October 06, 2008
HHMI researchers devise prenatal blood test that accurately detects Down syndrome and two other serious chromosomal defects. More

Summer Students Complete Research Program
October 06, 2008
Janelia hosted 14 undergraduate students who worked on research projects under the guidance of research scientists. More

MicroRNAs Emerged Early in Evolution
October 01, 2008
HHMI researchers have found microRNAs in animal species whose last common ancestors were present on Earth about 1 billion years ago. More

A New Model of Cystic Fibrosis
September 26, 2008
HHMI researchers have developed a new model of cystic fibrosis in pigs that more accurately mimics features of the disease. More

Elusive Chloride Channel Corralled in Salamander Eggs
September 19, 2008
Researchers have identified a gene from a new family of ion channels that help to regulate smell and taste sensing, smooth muscle contraction, and fluid secretion in glands and airways. More

Nervous System Rallies Immune System Forces
September 18, 2008
A newly identified "hot line" connects a worm's nervous system to its immune system. More