Medical Research Council updates brain tissue database
The UK Brain Banks Network has been enhanced to include genomic data, which can be accessed by researchers worldwide.
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Inhibiting kinase improves arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy symptoms
A research team has found that blocking a particular kinase in a mouse model of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy led to improved survival rates.
Researchers identify pancreatic cancer protein drug target
A protein that causes pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma has been identified as a therapeutic target by researchers.
AI learns chemistry language to predict how to make medicines
An algorithm has been developed which can predict the outcomes of complex chemical reactions with over 90 percent accuracy which can be applied to drug development.
Uncharted area of genome mapped by advanced imaging
Researchers have mapped a previously uncharted region of the human genome which could lead to tests for certain conditions in the future.
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome vaccine candidate developed
Researchers have created a vaccine to treat and prevent streptococcal toxic shock syndrome which showed success in mice models.
ALS pathological mediator identified by researchers
A potential target for ALS has been revealed by a study which found the Fos-B gene encouraged axonal branching.
Potential sepsis prevention in burn patients found with novel approach
A new study has demonstrated the possibility of treating antibiotic-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa which causes sepsis in burn patients.
Scientists identify promising new target to combat Alzheimer’s disease
New research is the first to link maladaptive changes in calcium transport by mitochondria to the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Human digestive tract database available for researchers
A team from MIT sequenced bacteria samples from the digestive system which can be accessed by researchers to use in the development of treatments.
Sex to be considered as an experimental variable by BJP
The British Journal of Pharmacology has recommended that all studies it publishes should address sex as an experimental variable.
Pancreas-on-a-chip technology to aid in diabetes research
Scientists combine organ-on-a-chip and stem-cell technologies to make a powerful tool for diabetes research.
How bacteria behind hospital infections block out antibiotics revealed
Scientists have shown that drug-resistant bacteria infections shut out antibiotics by closing tiny doors in their cell walls.
AI designed, synthesised and validated new drug in 46 days
Researchers have developed a new AI system which was able to discover and then successfully test several new compounds within 46 days.
Key pathway discovered in periodontal ligament maturation
A research team have found a signalling pathway which plays a critical role in the maturation of periodontal ligament, providing information for the development of dental treatments.