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December 2022 in “Antioxidants” Natural polysaccharides have strong antioxidant properties that help fight diseases like Alzheimer's, diabetes, and heart disease.
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February 2015 in “F1000 prime reports” Root hair growth in plants is a complex process controlled by many factors working together.
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February 2025 in “Science Advances” Biomimetic synthetic vesicles could improve precision medicine by combining natural and synthetic benefits.
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