PFE, J&J ALZ's Drug Fails Its First Big Trial - July 24, 2012

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The DTCC is assembling a repository of knockout mouse lines and phenotype data as part of the NIH's Knockout Mouse Project (KOMP2). The research community can access a subset of mutant mice and associated resources for follow-up research or in-depth evaluation in collaboration with the DTCC. Model analysis services and phenotyping platforms are also available. Learn more about these resources at www.criver.com/info/dtcc. •  Antioxidants Might Help Cut Pancreatic Cancer Risk, Gut Reveals More... •  Less Flavor But More Reward in Fatty Foods, University of Nottingham Study More... •  Improving Cognitive Function With Ginseng-Fortified Milk? IATA Study More... •  Aspirin Protects Against Barrett's Esophagus, Massachusetts General Hospital Study More... •  Is Youtube a Prescription for Vertigo? University of Michigan Health System Study More... More General Clinical Research News • Biotech Beach (San Diego, California) Ardea Biosciences, Inc. 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