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CRISPR RNA-cutting enzyme programmed to kill viruses in human cells
Researchers have developed CRISPR-Cas13 enzyme-based technology that can be programmed to both detect and destroy RNA-based viruses in human cells.
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3D tissue models of brain tumours created in brain-mimicking environment
A new platform has the potential to better understand what dictates the invasive behaviour of brain tumours.
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New compound keeps cells alive and functioning in a healthy state
A world-first compound that can keep cells alive and functioning in a healthy state could be revolutionary for medical emergencies.
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The challenges of hit-to-lead in drug discovery
A study that identified 12 novel compounds that may prove valuable against new drug targets for leishmaniasis and Chagas disease was not without complication. Here, we discuss the findings but also the challenges the researchers reported in their hit-to-lead study.
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Application note: Explore cardiac function by measuring calcium oscillation or contraction patterns
Understanding the impact of drugs on the cardiac system early in the development process is critical to improving the safety of drugs getting to market.
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In vitro toxicology and toxicity testing market to exhibit CAGR of 9.3 percent
The worldwide market for in vitro toxicology and toxicity testing is predicted to be worth $12.7 billion by the end of the forecast period.
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Whole genome sequencing could be used to improve cancer treatments
Researchers have used whole genome sequencing to analyse breast cancers and reveal which are more responsive to treatments, which could improve the development of oncologic therapies.
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High-throughput screening used to discover new class of antibiotics
Researchers have used a high-throughput screening method to test over 125,000 molecules and identify a new class of antibiotics.
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Application note: Automated imaging of cell viability
Automated fluorescence imaging and quantification of cell viability, with EVOS cell imaging system
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High-throughput method used to identify cancer drug candidates
A study using high-throughput screening has revealed some promising compounds that could be used in future cancer treatments.
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Application note: High-throughput imaging and analysis of spheroids
High-throughput fluorescence imaging and analysis of spheroids - tips, tricks, and tools to efficiently grow, stain, image, and analyze 3D cell cultures
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Device using small biomagnets could result in faster drug discovery
A new platform brings together genome editing with magnetic cell sorting to reveal new drug targets for cancer and regenerative medicine.
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Researchers reveal how fungi produce potential therapeutic compounds
A team has discovered that fungi use the Diels-Alder reaction to assemble new compounds that have potential pharmaceutical uses.
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New technology developed to screen for Huntington’s treatments
Researchers have created a new technology which enabled them to discover more about the causes of Huntington’s disease and which can be used to test drugs.
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Slowing progression in Parkinson’s
Currently, there is no licensed treatment to slow or stop the progression of Parkinson’s disease. However, a team at Sheffield University in the UK are currently working to identify compounds that target the dopaminergic brain cells affected by the disease. Nikki Withers speaks to Dr Heather Mortiboys to hear how…
