Gene discovered to play key role in cancer metastasis
A study has identified a gene key in the spread of cancer, which could point to improving treatments for the condition, say the researchers.
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RNA editing capabilities expanded with new CRISPR platform
A research team have developed a new CRISPR platform called RESCUE (RNA Editing for Specific C to U Exchange).
Macrophages identified as cause of endometriotic pain
Researchers have discovered that macrophages are a key cause for pain in women with endometriosis so could be a treatment target for the condition.
Vaccine strategy devised to boost T-cell therapy
A research team has developed a vaccine that advances anti-tumour T-cell populations and allows the cells to invade solid tumours.
Tauopathy-regulating protein identified
Researchers have discovered that the VPS35 molecule can be utilised in preventing neurodegenerative disorders.
Role of protein in spread of cytomegalovirus discovered
A study has revealed the role of a protein which enables human cytomegalovirus to spread, the number one cause of congenital birth defects in the world.
Inhibiting protein slows glioblastoma tumour growth
Researchers have discovered that inhibiting the ID1 protein slows the growth of glioblastoma tumours and reduces resistance to chemotherapy.
New evidence shows cytotoxic T cells can destroy targets of large mass
New study shows the ability of CD8+ cytotoxic T cells to penetrate a large target, which opens avenues to destroy solid cancers.
New target identified for vestibular diseases
Researchers have discovered a potential treatment for vestibular conditions such as dizziness in animal models.
‘Longevity gene’ could be replicated to fight cardiovascular disease
The so-called 'longevity gene' has been included in animal models, in which it stopped atherosclerosis.
Secondary structures study could lead to making cancer cells vulnerable
Researchers have used machine learning to discover that the two most widespread DNA structures cause genome mutations that lead to cancer.
Natural antioxidant helps improve immune-based therapies
Scientists have discovered a way to improve immune-based treatments by modulating T cells.
CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing imaged for first time
Researchers have generated images of CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing for the first time, enabling improvement of the technique.
New discovery shows ability of Schwann cells to generate myelin
Research from Oregon Health & Science University could lead to new therapies to heal nervous system disorders.
Synthetic molecules could provide new antibiotics
Using a novel technique, researchers have created new molecules effective at killing bacteria, providing new antibiotic drug targets.