Previously unknown role of dendritic cells in inflammation revealed
A study has demonstrated that dendritic cells play a key role in inflammation and how TNF inhibitors can prevent them from fighting infections.
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New insights into major disease pathways made with protein discovery
A new chemical tool has been used to identify hundreds of modified proteins which allows new insights to major diseases.
Researchers find 150 possible inhibitors to fight Nipah virus
A group of scientists from India have used 3D imaging of the Nipah virus to discover potential inhibitors for the disease.
Advanced imaging technique could be used to image living cells faster
Researchers have used ghost imaging to enhance the imaging speed of nanoscopy, which could make it possible to capture processes in living cells at speeds not previously possible.
Identifying the right mouse model for Huntington’s disease drug development
Scientists have evaluated mouse models used for developing treatments for mood disorders associated with Huntington's disease and have recommended which have greater potential for success.
Vaccine strategy against chronic inflammatory diseases developed
A study in mice has shown that immunisation against bacterial flagellin could lead to protection from chronic inflammatory diseases.
Promising new therapy developed to treat leukaemia
VTP50469, a new targeted therapy for MLL-rearranged leukaemia, shows greater efficacy and fewer side-effects in mice, according to new research.
Antibodies could be used as nanotechnology builders
Endogenous human antibodies can be used to build and dismantle 2D and 3D DNA nanostructures, finds new research.
Epigenome editing used to reverse gene mutation in mice
A study has demonstrated the success of changing the genome of mice, regulating the production of the C11orf46 gene.
Muscle weakness after sepsis linked to mitochondrial dysfunction
Researchers have found that damage to mitochondria due to sepsis may be the cause of muscle weakness in mice.
T cells could work as therapy for IBD in children, finds study
Researchers have found that a type of T cell, called a Tr1 cell, could work as a therapeutic strategy for inflammatory bowel disease in children.
Research shows the pharma industry believes AI will likely optimise R&D
A survey has shown that the pharmaceutical industry believes R&D will see a lot of benefit from digital transformation and that AI will be at the forefront.
Appearance of proteins used to predict function with machine learning
Researchers have used a machine-learning algorithm to study protein appearance and discover common features that influence function, which could be used to design artificial cells.
DNA successfully cut and inserted using Class 1 CRISPR system
A new study has shown that a Class 1 CRISPR gene editing system can achieve functional DNA repairs in human cells with no prominent off-target effects.
Structure of key pneumonia virus enzyme uncovered
Scientists have used cryo-electron microscopy to clarify the structure of one of the key components of RSV and HMPV, which could lead to new therapies for the viruses.