Holding a study of the genomes of cancer cells (to determine their primary amino acid or nucleotide sequence), scientists have discovered a huge number of vital genes undergoing mutations, deleted, or copied.
According to the portal "Open Systems" (page http://www.osp.ru/news/2012/0817/13014301), it is literally a treasure trove for researchers seeking new targets for drugs, but a quick check them all is almost impossible. Rapid method for screening genes suggested researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology: they developed Nana particle can deliver small RNA molecules to genes and "turn off" them - to suppress expression by RNA interference.
The first target, which the researchers decided to test their nana particles become ID4 gene in ovarian tumors. As a result of such treatment nana particles mice most tumors they disappeared.
RNA interference is considered as a potential basis for cancer treatment since the time of its discovery in the late 90's, but a safe and reliable method of delivery of small RNA molecules in the tumor still not been found.
Among potential new targets for drugs there are many proteins that were previously considered immune to their effects. - 17D-
Economics
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On July 26, the Ministry of Economy hosted a meeting with entrepreneurs from the non-oil industry to explore ways to stimulate local production and enhance export potential.
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Azerbaijani internet service providers Aztelekom and Baktelekom will introduce substantial changes to their pricing structure starting August 15, the companies announced today. Under the new tariffs, the minimum internet speed will rise to 100 Mbit/s, with the cost per Mbit/s decreasing from 0.45 AZN to 0.25 AZN. As a result, monthly charges will be set at 25 AZN for 100 Mbit/s, 30 AZN for 150 Mbit/s, and 36 AZN for 250 Mbit/s.
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Independent experts suggest that Azerbaijan may be on the verge of another devaluation of its currency, the manat, due to a shrinking trade and payment surplus. The anticipated economic adjustments come amidst a decline in foreign currency inflows and reduced oil production.
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Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met today with Ahmed Moallim Figi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, at the Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry. This meeting followed a discussion held the previous day between Figi and Azerbaijan’s Economy Minister Mikail Jabbarov.
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