Regulatory skin cancer protein identified
A new study has discovered the role of a protein in controlling the development of skin pigment genes.
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Light-stimulated brain cells could aid in stroke recovery research
A new 'optochemogenetics' research approach from scientists at the Emory University School of Medicine could aid in helping stroke victims.
Gene activity app could reduce live model usage
Researchers have developed an app which displays the effects of diseases in mice models and can be accessed globally.
Study reveals antioxidant role in spread of lung cancer
Researchers have discovered that lung cancer cells metastasise using antioxidants, informing potential future therapies.
Study suggests immune cells play vital role in fungal disease
New research has revealed the immune cells may be critical in moving pathogenic fungal spores to the central nervous system, pointing to drug target.
First patient enrolled in Parkinson’s treatment study
A trial has begun in the US for the ENT-01 therapy treatment of Parkinson’s, with the first patient enrolled.
Novel technique reveals how TB antibiotics reach their targets
Researchers have used a new method to understand how antibiotics fight TB, which can guide future drug developments.
Betaine supplement reduces schizophrenic behaviours in mice
A new study found that betaine supplementations given to mice reduced schizophrenic behaviours, indicating a drug target.
Boosting immune cells could provide TB treatment
A new study has identified a class of immune cells that respond to tuberculosis, indicating a drug target for the condition.
Statement issued by FDA on stem cell clinic’s permanent injunction
The FDA has released a statement on US Stem Cell Clinic LLC and US Stem Cell Inc's permanent injunction.
Dispute over patent rights to CRISPR-Cas9 renewed by patent office
The patent office has declared an interference between 10 University of California (UC) patent applications.
Medical journals found to restrict access to pharma industry research
A new report has stated that the majority of medical journals restrict their content for pharmaceutical industry professionals.
Government letter advises pharma industry for no-deal Brexit
The government has issued a letter to the pharmaceutical industry, outlining how to prepare for a no-deal Brexit.
Potential drug target for Alzheimer’s identified
New research has identified an enzyme which causes degradation of dendritic spines, pointing to a drug target for Alzheimer’s.
New humanised mouse model developed
Researchers have announced a humanised mouse model which can be used in drug development processes.