King's College London

Scientists successfully grow human teeth in a lab for first time – The Irish News

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Scientists have successfully grown human teeth in a lab for the first time, according to a new study. Researchers at King’s College London say the breakthrough could lead to patients regrowing lost teeth in future, offering an alternative to fillings or dental implants. The team developed a material that mimics the environment needed for tooth … Read more

Global study on depression identifies new genetic risk factors – The Irish News

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Scientists have identified new genetic risk factors for depression across all major global populations after a study involving five million participants, giving hope for new treatments. The world’s largest and most diverse genetic study into depression revealed nearly 300 previously unknown genetic links. A total of 100 of the newly discovered genetic variations – small … Read more