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Friday, October 3, 2008
Newly identified cells make fat
The discovery of an important fat precursor cell may explain how changes in the numbers of fat cells might increase and lead to obesity.

Thursday, October 2, 2008
Scientists identify a molecule that coordinates the movement of cells
A molecule bridging two proteins that gives cells their shape and ability to migrate in a directed fashion may also shed light on how to keep cancer from spreading.

Tuesday, September 30, 2008
A DNA-based vaccine shows promise against avian flu
New research has led to a vaccine with the potential to stop most H5N1 viruses in their tracks.

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Cells on the move. For wounds to heal, skin cells must migrate toward the site of injury. New research shows that a protein called ACF7 directs this process by controlling how sticky adhesion molecules (white) attach to and detach from tough, durable extracellular proteins. More ...
The Rockefeller University announces its Fall 2008 open faculty search.
The deadline for receipt of applications is October 7, 2008.
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