Extra copies of gene protect against HIV
US scientists have identified a genetic variation that partly explains people's different susceptibility to HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. The findings could help doctors tailor treatment to their patients' genetic make-up, say the team, who published their results in the early online edition of the journal Science. Scientists have...
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A new year, and a new chair for PET
by Laura Riley
Changes are afoot behind the scenes at Progress Educational Trust (PET), the UK charity that writes and publishes BioNews. Professor Marcus Pembrey has recently stepped down as Chair of PET after twelve years of dedicated and productive voluntary service. We're pleased to announce that the PET Chair is now David...