All the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign articles
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NewsNew paper warns against phasing out animal testing too quickly
A push by the US Food and Drug Administration to phase out animal testing in drug development could improve efficiency and reduce animal suffering, but experts warn that moving too quickly may pose risks to patient safety.
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NewsPropofol and insulin may reduce cognitive decline in older age
New research from the University of Illinois suggests that widely used drugs, including propofol and intranasal insulin, could help protect ageing brains from memory decline and postoperative cognitive impairment.
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NewsSevere flu during pregnancy compromises placental and brain barriers
Severe flu in pregnancy may weaken the placenta and foetal brain, allowing harmful molecules to leak in and disrupt development, a new study finds