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science1 year ago•2 min saved

Chemists Debunk Century-Old Belief on Alkyl Groups

Researchers from Cardiff University have discovered that alkyl groups, traditionally thought to donate electrons, actually withdraw electrons from molecules, challenging a century-old belief in organic chemistry. This finding, published in Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry, suggests that chemistry textbooks need revision to reflect that alkyl groups are electron-withdrawing compared to hydrogen, impacting the understanding of molecular reactivity and properties.

via Phys.org|

#alkyl-groups #cardiff-university #chemistry

science-and-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

Cardiff University Joins Space Telescope Mission for Big Bang Discovery

Cardiff University in Wales will contribute to a space telescope mission called LiteBIRD, which aims to study the creation of the universe and the Big Bang. The project will analyze the remnants of the Big Bang and investigate the theory of cosmological inflation. Cardiff University experts will design and build the optics for two telescopes, helping to confirm or rule out inflation models and enhance our understanding of the origins of the universe. The UK Space Agency has provided £2.7m in funding for the project.

via BBC.com|

#big-bang #cardiff-university #cosmological-inflation

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"92 Genes Uncovered: Promising Alzheimer's Treatment by 2040"

Scientists at Cardiff University have discovered 92 more genes that could lead to life-changing treatment for Alzheimer's disease within the next 15 years. The defective genes change the way immune cells called microglia work, which can mistakenly kill off healthy brain cells, including synapses. Various therapies will be needed to combat the constellation of problems the disease represents. A drug may be available within ten years that would limit the suffering of Alzheimer's patients to initial mild confusion. A new computer program was also announced last year that could enable researchers to diagnose Alzheimer's disease much earlier.

via The Daily Wire|

#alzheimers-disease #brain-cells #cardiff-university

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"92 genes offer hope for Alzheimer's treatment by 2040"

Scientists at Cardiff University have identified 92 genes that significantly increase the risk of having Alzheimer's, providing new hope for a breakthrough treatment within the next 20 years. Gene therapy and an improved understanding from international studies are contributing to experts' increasing knowledge of the disease. Some drugs have already been cleared for use in other Alzheimer's conditions and could be in use within five years. The disease must be considered more like heart disease where many factors contribute, and several therapies will help delay and prevent it.

via Daily Mail|

#alzheimers #cardiff-university #gene-therapy