Mistletoe mystery – something’s missing from the kissing plant
A new scientific study, has cast dramatic light on that evergreen festive favourite, mistletoe
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Press Release Milestone research on Madagascar periwinkle uncovers pathway to cancer-fighting drugs
Plant scientists have taken the crucial last steps in a 60-year quest to unravel the complex chemistry of Madagascar periwinkle in a breakthrough that opens up the potential for rapid synthesis of cancer-fighting compounds
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Blog Vinblastine and vincristine: life-saving drugs from a periwinkle
Catharanthus roseus, also known as Madagascar periwinkle, is a small perennial plant native to the island of Madagascar.
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Press Release New solution to harmful algal blooms raises hope of economic and environmental benefits
A cheap, safe and effective method of dealing with harmful algal blooms is on the verge of being introduced following successful field and lab tests.
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Blog Meet the Molecules; β-ODAP
We have known about the effects of β-ODAP (or to give it its full name; β-L-oxalyl-2,3-diaminopropionic acid) for a lot longer than we have known the molecule.
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Press Release Viral probe gives ringside view of cell-to-cell combat
A fascinating blow-by-blow account of the arms struggle between plants and viral pathogens is revealed in new research.
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Blog Introducing MICRON
The MICRON network showcases the wide variety of microbiological research taking place on the Norwich Research Park.
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Blog Talking to Sir David Hopwood
We sat down with Sir David Hopwood to discuss his life and career.
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Blog Meet the Molecules; Christmas 2017
“Now the holly bears a berry, as blood is it red…”
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