A change in genetic code causes lung cancer to develop
Using lung basal cell organoids, researchers identify a gene that directs the development of lung cancer and offers a better understanding of its disease treatment.
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Mathematical model predicts long-term effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccine
US scientists have designed a mathematical model that can predict COVID-19 vaccines’ effectiveness over the long term in healthy individuals and those who have cancer or suppressed immune responses.
Study identifies gene and proteins that could treat dry eye disease
Researchers found that proteins made by stem cells that regenerate the cornea could be new targets for treating dry eye disease.
New insights on the structural biology of medical cannabis
French researchers underwent a structural study showing that THC cannabinoids inhibit a human enzyme called autotaxin.
Humanised mouse model identifies the best match for organ donor
US researchers have developed a mouse model that holds promise in identifying the best organ donor and showing early signs of transplant rejection.
Study suggests existing cancer drug may be effective against non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
The researchers used single-nuclear sequencing and advanced three-dimensional glass imaging of mice to find new drug targets for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Memory loss could be solved using an asthma drug
Dutch researchers, using optogenetic approaches and an asthma drug, discovered that memory loss from sleep deprivation can be retrieved.
Novel protein coordinates melanin production
Japanese researchers reported that a key transcription factor “Nrf3” regulates the process of melanin production in mouse and human cells.
Cell organisation determined by new mathematical framework
US scientists, using high-resolution imaging, debuted a new way to see cell organisation and rich variation in cell shape
Stem cell model shows early stages of differences in sex development in mice and humans
Israeli researchers develop new model that will help pinpoint complications in individuals with Differences in sex development (DSD).
Synthetic tissue helps restore and repair erectile function in animal models
Chinese scientists have developed a synthetic tissue that repairs penile injuries and restores normal erectile function in pigs.
A promising oral drug delivery platform could replace injections with pills
The researchers explored the possibility of using the probiotic bacteria Lactobacillus reuteri as a novel oral drug delivery platform to treat rheumatoid arthritis in an animal model.
50 year old blood pressure drug offers alternative treatment for PTSD
US scientists offer a new purpose for the blood pressure drug clonidine as a treatment to reduce the affects of PTSD.
Protein Grb10 offers a potential new approach for treating obesity
The researchers found that the protein Grb10 promotes leptin activity in the brain, opening the possibility of developing Grb10-based new approaches to treat obesity.
Novel cancer vaccine simultaneously kills and prevents brain cancer
US researchers develop a dual-action cell therapy engineered to eliminate established tumours and train the immune system to eradicate primary tumour and prevent cancer’s recurrence.