Molecule of blood found to be effective against lupus
Scientists have found that a molecule present in our blood, called C4BP (β-), could be used in a therapeutic capacity for lupus as well as potentially other autoimmune disorders.
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Precise features of CAR T cell-resistant cancer have been identified
The mechanism that prevents destruction of cancer cells by CAR T-cell therapy has been identified by researchers in Pennsylvania.
Machine learning could improve tissue model purity
An innovation using artificial intelligence to analyse developing lung cell developments in vitro revealed what promotes them to develop and allowed researchers to create better quality lung tissue models.
Macrophages could be the target of novel heart attack therapies
Research determined macrophages’ role in forming a permanent cardiac scar after a heart attack, the researchers suggest altering this behaviour may make the scar temporary and allow restoration of heart function.
Genome screen in mice reveals Huntington’s disease gene target
Researchers have conducted a genetic screen in mice to discover a family of genes that contributes to the development of Huntington's.
Imaging technique reveals how HIV drugs bind to viral structure
A new study has shown in three dimensions how drugs bind to HIV, which could be used to improve the design of drugs or develop novel therapies.
Researchers suggest IMPDH enzyme could be used to target sleeping sickness
Research into drug targets for sleeping sickness parasite T. brucei has characterised the inosine-5'-monophosphate dehydrogenase (IMPDH) enzyme, providing a possible novel avenue for therapies.
Novel antiviral material made from sugar developed by researchers
Modified sugar molecules have been developed by researchers as antiviral materials which are non-toxic to humans, according to a new study.
Putrescine could be a therapy for chronic inflammatory diseases
Research has identified that putrescine, which aids macrophages in clearing dead cells, is lacking in atherosclerosis animal models and could be a potential therapeutic for the condition.
Missing link found in rare inherited skin disease
Scientists are getting closer to understanding how a rare hereditary disease impairs the skin's barrier function, which determines how well the skin is protected.
Autophagy: the key to effective MERS-coronavirus treatment?
A promising route for tackling the often-fatal MERS-coronavirus (MERS-CoV) has been identified by researchers in Germany.
New potential targeted therapy strategy for triple negative breast cancer
A study has shown that targeting the proteins mtp53 and PARP in triple negative breast cancer could inhibit tumour growth and provide a new treatment option.
Organoids produced to help develop paediatric brain tumour treatments
Scientists have produced hundreds of organoids which they say could be produced on a large-scale as a low-cost tissue model to help research and test new medulloblastoma therapies.
Nanoparticles could be an alternative to antibody immunotherapies
A study has shown that inexpensive nanoparticles can effectively inhibit PD-L1 in cancer cells in the lab and work as well as antibodies, providing a potential alternative immunotherapy.
Inducing factor transforms pluripotent stem cells into totipotent cells
A study has demonstrated that a totipotency-inducing factor can reprogramme stem cells and induce totipotent-like states, possibly increasing their therapeutic potential.