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First Arab human genome sequenced
An international consortium consisting of Saudi Biosciences, Beijing
Genomics Institute Shenzhen, and CLC bio have sequenced and analysed the
first Arab human genome. The sequencing is part of a large project to
sequence 100 Arab human genomes to map the unique genetic variations of the
Arab population. 1 Oct
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Diabetes Federation launches diabetes awareness campaign
The International Diabetes Federation is calling on groups and individuals
worldwide to get involved in activities to raise awareness of diabetes
leading up to World Diabetes Day on November 14. The theme for this year’s
campaign is “Diabetes in Children and Adolescents.” 29 Sept
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Report: Medical Nanotechnology Markets
Nanotechnology has reached critical mass. Nowhere is this more evident
than in medicine. Rising medical costs, demands for less-invasive
procedures and pressures for immediate feedback of medical conditions,
all point to nanotechnology as offering a new approach in healthcare.
According to US National Science Foundation estimates, by 2015 the
annual global market for nano-related goods and services will top $1
trillion, thus making it one of the fastest-growing industries in
history. Read
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