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How a plant hormone helps roots bend and grow downward

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 19th September 2025

Scientists have uncovered how the plant hormone auxin helps roots bend and downwards towards gravity—a process called gravitropism—even after encountering obstacles in soil. Summary Plant scientists have elucidated the role of the hormone Read More

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Breastfeeding Challenges May Have Genetic Roots – New Study/Science Updates

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 11th September 2025

Researchers analyzed human breast milk samples and uncovered gene expression patterns tied to high and low breast milk supply. Summary A recent study analyzing human breast milk has identified specific gene expression patterns associated with Read More

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Targeting the roots of myeloid malignancies with T cell receptors

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 21st August 2025

Targeting the roots of myeloid malignancies with T cell receptors Summary Targeting myeloid malignancies, like leukemia, remains challenging due to disease heterogeneity and relapse risks. A promising approach focuses on using T cell receptors (TCRs) Read More

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Genomic study reveals deep roots of human survival and adaptation

Dr AF Saeed Dr AF Saeed 10th July 2025

A new genomic study reveals how human populations adapted, survived, and diversified in the Himalayas, one of the most extreme and challenging environments on Earth. Summary A new genomic study sheds light on the remarkable Read More