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Starving cancer cells of fat may improve cancer treatment

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Starving cancer cells of fat may improve cancer treatment

Cutting off cancer cells’ access to fat may help a specific type of cancer treatment work more effectively, reports a study by Van Andel Institute scientists. The findings, published in Cell Chemical Biology, lay the groundwork for developing tailored dietary strategies to help anti-cancer medications better kill malignant cells. “We want to make cancer treatment … Read more

Gardens prevent pollinators from starving when farmland nectar is scarce, study finds

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Gardens prevent pollinators from starving when farmland nectar is scarce, study finds

Bombus Pascuorum. Credit: Tom Timberlake Gardens offer a steady and reliable source of nectar all year round, helping to keep pollinators fed when farmland sources are limited, researchers have discovered. This consistency means that even small patches of gardens in rural areas can sustain pollinators, particularly in early spring and late summer when nectar is … Read more