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Learn about the latest discoveries from the ASU Biodesign Institute.

Cheating death: How cancer cells escape

In a groundbreaking study, researchers including ASU’s Judith Klein-Seetharaman have identified a dual role in the intricate dance of…

ASU researchers develop DNA nanodevice for targeted cancer, disease treatment

A research team led by ASU Professor Hao Yan has developed a DNA nanodevice that can selectively target cancer cells and deliver specific…

ASU study: Mutations in critical gene may steer health outcomes in breast cancer

Despite enormous progress, breast cancer remains elusive, perplexing and, often, deadly. The disease can emerge due to a complex interplay of factors, including lifestyle, environment, aging and genetic predisposition.

Biodesign Institute in the media

Can you overdo fiber? The rise and risks of fibermaxxing

Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown’s discussed how a high-fiber “microbiome enhancer diet” can improve gut health without the anticipated side effects in healthy individuals.

Read on time.com

Moisture-powered polymers could make cleaning CO₂ from air more efficient

Petra Fromme and her team have taken an important step toward improving technologies that pull carbon dioxide directly from the air.

Read on phys.org

NSF-supported researchers expand storage capabilities of DNA

ASU’s Joshua Hihath and collaborators have made a breakthrough that could enable DNA to serve as a building block for next-generation electronics.

Read on nsf.gov

Is the Gut-Autism link overblown?

A study by Rosa Krajmalnik-Brown and colleagues at ASU showed that probiotic supplements significantly reduced gastric distress and lowered autism scores.

Read on www.psychologytoday.com

Exploring the link between gut infections and Alzheimer’s disease

New discovery by ASU researchers opens the door to more future prevention methods and understanding of Dementia and Alzheimer’s more thoroughly.

Read on yahoo.com

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