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Their findings also suggest that this survival strategy could be turned against tumors that rely on it.

From Science Daily

Because these methods probe different aspects of neutrino behavior, they complement each other and together provide strong evidence against the sterile neutrino hypothesis.

From Science Daily

IFN-gamma, in particular, plays a critical role in defending the body against foreign DNA and RNA, including viral genetic material.

From Science Daily

Victory at Nottingham Forest sent them back to the top of the Premier League - before Arsenal's 15:00 GMT kick-off against Brighton - after Guardiola had threatened to drop anyone who over-indulged at Christmas.

From BBC

He told TNT Sports: "Look at the way they celebrated - they know they've had a tough afternoon. It was an absolute battle but it was a championship-winning performance. When your back's against the wall you find a way."

From BBC