Publications by authors named "R J SALMON"

Many of the implications of climate change for Aotearoa (New Zealand) remain unclear. To identify so-far unseen or understudied threats and opportunities related to climate change we applied a horizon-scanning process. First, we collated 171 threats and opportunities across our diverse fields of research.

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  • Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a complex condition marked by cognitive decline and neurodegeneration, with tau protein accumulation being a key feature and target for treatment.
  • Recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have enhanced the drug discovery process, making it faster and more affordable.
  • In this study, researchers utilized a virtual screening tool to analyze 12 million compounds for tau aggregation inhibitors, ultimately identifying seven potential candidates after extensive filtering and molecular simulations.
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Introduction: Recurrent chromosome 16p13.11 microduplication has been characterised in the literature as a cause of developmental delay, learning difficulties and behavioural abnormalities. It is a neurosusceptibility locus and has incomplete penetrance and variable expression.

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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most common cancer in the USA and worldwide. In the USA, nearly one-third of CRC cases are anatomically classified as rectal cancer. Over the past few decades, continued refinement of multimodality treatment and the introduction of new therapeutic agents have enhanced curative treatment rates and quality of life outcomes.

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