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.
“Scientists are closer to understanding why early brain development is so critical to mental health and function in the long term. Research started at LMB by Sarah Etherington, now at Murdoch University, Australia, has discovered that there are important changes in the flow of information within the visual cortex during very early development.” More…
“Science Careers article talks to LMB Scientists about what makes a successful research laboratory.” More…
“LMB scientists have identified the precise molecular mechanism leading to the breakdown of the body’s natural defences that protect DNA against harm from excessive alcohol.” More…
“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