Australian researchers say they have identified a gene mutation that causes the skin disease psoriasis.
But researchers at the Australian National University who have identified the gene mutation hope their findings will point the way to a cure. In the short term, they hope the discovery will lead to improved diagnosis and treatment of both diseases, which they say can stigmatize patients.
"As a former nurse, even the constant hand washing that was required for work would cause my skin to flare up," she said. "It's one of the reasons why I no longer work in the hospital system."
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
New study on mating behaviors offers clues into the evolution of attractionIn examining the mating rituals of roundworms, researchers uncovered a unique approach to reproduction that maximizes genetic fitness.
Read more »
City mouse or country mouse? Biologist collects mice from homes to study how they got so good at urban livingDusty barns, gleaming stables and damp basements. These are all places where you might find a house mouse—or a member of my research team.
Read more »
Today’s NYT ‘Wordle’ #1002 Hints, Clues And Answer For Sunday, March 17thI write about TV shows like House Of The Dragon, The Witcher, The Rings Of Power, Stranger Things, Yellowjackets, Severance and many others. I also cover movies, video games, comic books and novels, largely in the fantasy, science-fiction, horror and superhero genres.
Read more »
Today’s NYT ‘Wordle’ Hints, Clues And Answer For Monday, March 18thI write about TV shows like House Of The Dragon, The Witcher, The Rings Of Power, Stranger Things, Yellowjackets, Severance and many others. I also cover movies, video games, comic books and novels, largely in the fantasy, science-fiction, horror and superhero genres.
Read more »
6 mice you should buy instead of Apple’s Magic MouseLooking for an alternative to Apple’s Magic Mouse? These mice pair perfectly with your Mac, offering you all sorts of extra performance for your money.
Read more »
‘Cinematrix’ Hints, Clues And Answers For March 16thI write about TV shows like House Of The Dragon, The Witcher, The Rings Of Power, Stranger Things, Yellowjackets, Severance and many others. I also cover movies, video games, comic books and novels, largely in the fantasy, science-fiction, horror and superhero genres.
Read more »