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Jeffrey Helm

Jeffrey Helm, a former neuroscientist, writes about science issues for The Tyee.

Stories by Jeffrey Helm

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Facing the Cost of Gene Drugs

UBC centre helps industry clear big R&D hurdles.

By Jeffrey Helm, 25 Jan 2008


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Hope for a Gene-based Cancer Cure, Special Delivery

Focus is on gene medicine wrapped in tiny fat balls.

By Jeffrey Helm, 24 Jan 2008


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Slowed Promise of Gene Therapy

Hopes soared for cures to diseases like cystic fibrosis. What happened?

By Jeffrey Helm, 23 Jan 2008


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A Vaccine Against Narcotics

We're close to a controversial tool against addiction and overdose.

By Jeffrey Helm, 15 Sep 2006


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Myth of an 'Addict Gene'

Why it's dangerous to assume addiction is inherited.

By Jeffrey Helm, 28 Jul 2006


culture

Old Jazz Ignites New Disciples

Ugetsu on connecting the new to the past and Vancouver’s love of jazz.

By Jeffrey Helm, 28 Jun 2006


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Quest for Super Painkiller that Won't Addict

Snail venom may key a breakthrough.

By Jeffrey Helm, 27 Jun 2006


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Rewiring the Brain against Addiction

Scientists are discovering brain chemistry that prevents, and reverses, addiction.

By Jeffrey Helm, 1 Jun 2006