Master controller regions could be targeted for novel Parkinson’s therapies
Scientists have identified two master controller regions that are essential for alpha-synuclein aggregation and could be targeted by future therapies.
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Drug discovery could be improved with new collapsible basket technology
A collapsible basket technology has been developed to significantly accelerate the analysis process when scientists are developing new medicines.
Drug discovered for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
A novel therapy, tested ex vivo, has been successful at correcting the dysfunctional body mechanism in Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).
TEX264 protein could be targeted to help protect DNA from damage
Scientists have identified that the TEX264 protein and associated enzymes protect the genome from damage, which could lead to new anti-ageing and neurodegeneration therapies.
Researchers develop imaging technique to study 3D-printed brain tumours
A new method has been created by researchers to 3D bioprint tumours and image glioblastomas for the study of therapeutics.
Researchers identify enzyme critical for regulating cell signalling
An enzyme that adds a cell-signalling code to proteins has been identified by researchers, who say their discovery could aid in the development of cancer therapies.
Stem cells that can grow new bone discovered by researchers
A new population of stem cells that can generate bone has been revealed by researchers, which they say could have implications in regenerative medicine.
Enhancing the speed of atomic force microscopy for biological samples
Researchers have applied for a patent for their innovative cantilever and vibrating plate technique which they say could increase the speed of atomic force microscopy on fragile samples.
Novel compound to kill malaria parasites developed by researchers
A collaborative team has developed a compound called WM382, which targets two crucial enzymes in the malaria parasite, effectively killing it.
Brain Atlas enables exploration of the brain proteome
International researchers have analysed nearly 1,900 brain samples to create the Brain Atlas, the latest database released by the Human Protein Atlas (HPA) project.
Self-assembling biomaterial could be used to model vascular structures
Scientists have shown an innovative new biomaterial made of graphene oxide and proteins could be used to 3D print model vascular structures.
CAR T-cell receptors based on scorpion venom show efficacy in mice
Combining the chlorotoxin peptide with conventional CAR structures, researchers have created a new CAR T cell therapy that has successfully combatted glioblastomas in mice.
Scientists demonstrate how COVID-19 infects human cells
Researchers have used cryogenic electron microscopy to show that coronaviruses enter human cells through an interaction with angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2).
T-cell regulator SLAMF6 may be hindering immunotherapy success
A new study conducted in Israel suggests that T cells’ ability to destroy skin cancer increases in the absence of T-cell regulators called SLAMF6.
3D forces exerted by tiny cell clusters revealed through new technique
A new imaging technique, which has revealed 3D forces exerted by tiny cell clusters, could help scientists understand how tissue forms, how wounds heal or how tumours spread.