Pharmacology/ Therapeutics News for December 2010

Pharmacology/ Therapeutics News Archive

Why Reindeer Love Magic Mushrooms Why Reindeer Love Magic Mushrooms

Santa needs to ensure Rudolph is kept on the straight and narrow this Christmas if all the presents are to be delivered on time.

Scientists strive to make new drugs ‘like house guests from hell’ Scientists strive to make new drugs ‘like house guests from hell’

Designing drugs to be like house guests from hell – reluctant to leave, despite their host’s best efforts - may hold the key to more effective treatment of cancers and brain diseases like Alzheimer's.

New treatments for stroke, hypertension and heart disease under microscope New treatments for stroke, hypertension and heart disease under microscope

Potential new ways of treating people suffering from high blood pressure, stoke and heart disease, will be highlighted at a major international gathering of pharmacologists in London.