MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
One of the world's leading research institutes, our scientists are working to advance understanding of biological processes at the molecular level - providing the knowledge needed to solve key problems in human health.
“Excessive drinking while pregnant is known to cause foetal alcohol syndrome, which can cause life-long learning disabilities, behavioural problems and sometimes physical abnormalities in affected babies. Researchers at LMB say that their current study provides a potential biological link between DNA damage and this syndrome.” This article is no longer available from the source website.
“In the third of the Biochemical Society’s video interviews with Honorary Members, Tim Hunt talks to Hugh Pelham about discovering the protein that disappeared.” More…
“The LMB’s Jason Embleton has successfully built and sailed a boat made from milk bottle tops to raise money for the WRVS.” This article is no longer available from the source website: Cambridge News 13 June 2011
“Benlysta emerges as a direct approach in lupus treatment. Developed by Human Genome Sciences and GlaxoSmith Kline, the drug is based on research done at the LMB and the Scripps Research Institute.” More…
“LMB spin-out company, Heptares Therapeutics, have entered a four-year collaboration with AstraZeneca on the development of new drugs targeting proteins.” More…
“LMB scientists, Sean Munro and Andrew McKenzie, have been honoured for their outstanding contributions to the advancement of medical sciences.” This article is no longer available from the source website: Cambridge First 20 May 2011