Science article - November 16, 2015
The epigenetic effects of exercise
Karolinska Institute researchers find that training alters DNA. Why is exercise healthy? Maybe because it changes DNA and affects expression of genes in physiology and metabolism, according to new research from the Karolinska Institute. The study made the news, in part because of a creative design. Exercise changed DNA methylation and gene expression In the […]
Profiles in Business - November 8, 2015
Interview with Peter Rosholm, Novozymes
Experienced in engineering and global business, Peter Rosholm epitomizes Novozymes. Company loyalty can be scarce in the life sciences, but not among Novozymes leaders. “I’ve worked with the same company for 25 years,” says Novozymes Biopharma Vice President Peter Rosholm. “What attracted me is the same thing that attracts people today: innovation, growth, vision, strong […]
Nobel Prize Laureate - December 20, 2014
Edvard & May-Britt Moser: Nobel Laureates in Medicine 2014
Chris Tachibana interviewed May-Britt and Edvard Moser about their discovery, science and sharing a passion in 2014.
Nobel Prize Laureate - December 20, 2014
John O’Keefe: Nobel Laureate Medicine 2014
Professor John O'Keefe discovered the brain region responsible for mapping and navigating the environment. And his explorations continue…
Uncategorized - April 30, 2014
Y chromosome loss can explain shorter life expectancy for men
A recent study, led by Uppsala University researchers, shows a correlation between a loss of the Y chromosome in blood cells and both a shorter life span. In a study recently published in the journal Nature Genetics an international team of researchers have analysed the DNA in blood samples from a group of more than […]
Profiles in Pharma - April 21, 2014
Jan Lundberg: The long view of R&D at Eli Lilly
Like sports, R&D requires team spirit, commitment, and a long view says Dr. Jan Lundberg, Lilly executive vice president for science and technology, and president of Lilly Research Laboratories. Dr. Jan Lundberg’s online bios and YouTube videos portray a steely pharmaceutical executive whose idea of fun is a 90 km ski race. It’s all true. […]
