The document discusses using a ketogenic diet to treat cancer. It begins by outlining previous research showing that cancer cells rely primarily on glucose for fuel, unlike normal cells which can use ketone bodies. The document then summarizes several studies that found: 1) a calorie-restricted ketogenic diet significantly decreased tumor growth and improved survival in mouse models; 2) ketone bodies inhibit the viability of neuroblastoma cells; and 3) a ketogenic diet may improve quality of life for advanced cancer patients with no severe side effects. Overall, the document suggests that a ketogenic diet may be a viable non-toxic therapy for some cancers by starving the tumors of their preferred fuel source, glucose.
Genetic engineering is the process of introducing a transgene into an organism to exhibit a new property that is heritable. This can be done through various methods like liposomes, plasmids, viruses, injection into pronuclei or using ballistic DNA injection to facilitate the incorporation of foreign DNA. The goal is to modify an organism for useful purposes through direct manipulation of its genetic material.
The document provides information for parents about the first grade class 1G at Patana school. It includes introductions from the teacher, Mr. Nigo, information about the learning themes, teachers, timetable, developing independence at home, and communicating with parents. The goal is for reading to be a key focus and for open communication between school and parents to help the students have a great year.
Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can differentiate into specialized cells and divide to produce more stem cells. There are two main types: embryonic stem cells from blastocysts that are pluripotent, and adult stem cells found in tissues that are multipotent. Stem cells can self-renew and differentiate. Their advantages in treating diseases include reversing development and restoring health with short treatment and no side effects, compared to traditional treatments requiring long-term medication and not being able to cure diseases.
How the pending Agreement on Trade in Services between China and Taiwan would impact Taiwan's economy and sovereignty.
更多鄭秀玲教授及台大公共經濟研究中心分享的服貿分析簡報:
http://www.slideshare.net/showling/presentations (鄭秀玲教授)
http://www.slideshare.net/ntuperc/presentations (台大公經中心)
The document discusses using a ketogenic diet to treat cancer. It begins by outlining previous research showing that cancer cells rely primarily on glucose for fuel, unlike normal cells which can use ketone bodies. The document then summarizes several studies that found: 1) a calorie-restricted ketogenic diet significantly decreased tumor growth and improved survival in mouse models; 2) ketone bodies inhibit the viability of neuroblastoma cells; and 3) a ketogenic diet may improve quality of life for advanced cancer patients with no severe side effects. Overall, the document suggests that a ketogenic diet may be a viable non-toxic therapy for some cancers by starving the tumors of their preferred fuel source, glucose.
Genetic engineering is the process of introducing a transgene into an organism to exhibit a new property that is heritable. This can be done through various methods like liposomes, plasmids, viruses, injection into pronuclei or using ballistic DNA injection to facilitate the incorporation of foreign DNA. The goal is to modify an organism for useful purposes through direct manipulation of its genetic material.
The document provides information for parents about the first grade class 1G at Patana school. It includes introductions from the teacher, Mr. Nigo, information about the learning themes, teachers, timetable, developing independence at home, and communicating with parents. The goal is for reading to be a key focus and for open communication between school and parents to help the students have a great year.
Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can differentiate into specialized cells and divide to produce more stem cells. There are two main types: embryonic stem cells from blastocysts that are pluripotent, and adult stem cells found in tissues that are multipotent. Stem cells can self-renew and differentiate. Their advantages in treating diseases include reversing development and restoring health with short treatment and no side effects, compared to traditional treatments requiring long-term medication and not being able to cure diseases.
How the pending Agreement on Trade in Services between China and Taiwan would impact Taiwan's economy and sovereignty.
更多鄭秀玲教授及台大公共經濟研究中心分享的服貿分析簡報:
http://www.slideshare.net/showling/presentations (鄭秀玲教授)
http://www.slideshare.net/ntuperc/presentations (台大公經中心)