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Elacestrant for advanced breast cancer: NICE recommendations and ESR1 testing

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has issued recommendations for the use of Elacestrant in treating oestrogen receptor-positive (ER+), HER2-negative advanced breast cancer with an ESR1 mutation.
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How ZymoPURE can simplify your plasmid preps

Ready to simplify your plasmid preps? Explore ZymoPURE and experience a refreshingly simple way to purify plasmid DNA today!
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What are functional antibodies?

Antibodies that are capable of performing their intended biological activity within a living organism (in vivo), are especially valuable in preclinical and translational research
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The surprising link between mouthwash and blood pressure: how oral health affects cardiovascular health

Learn about the connection between oral health and cardiovascular health in this case study investigating the effects of certain mouthwashes on the oral microbiome and blood pressure regulation.
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The Impact of early-life gut microbiome on later mental health

Professor Nigel Field discussed he complex ecosystem of bacteria residing in the human digestive tract, and its role in early-life development and long-term mental well-being at the Festival of Genomics & Biodata 2025.
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How the respiratory microbiome is shaped

At the Festival of Genomics & Biodata 2025, Dr Michael Cox from the University of Birmingham spoke about how the respiratory microbiome plays a crucial role in lung health and disease.
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