by Josh Barney, University of Virginia The discovery of a gene that can determine risks for heart attacks and other vascular diseases could lead to new treatments for those conditions, and maybe even prevention. Credit: Emily Faith Morgan, University Communications/University of Virginia University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have identified a gene that plays a crucial role...
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Researchers have identified a gene that promotes muscle strength when switched on by physical activity, unlocking the potential for the development of therapeutic treatments to mimic some of the benefits of working out. Published in Cell Metabolism, the University of Melbourne-led study showed how different types of exercise change the molecules in our muscles, resulting...
