Gut-brain pathway metabolite involved in age-related cognitive decline, study shows
In mice, researchers have shown that δ-valerobetaine plays a role in neurocognitive ability, making the metabolite a target for age-related memory loss.
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Novel DNA-free virus-like particles deliver gene-editing proteins to animal models
Researchers have developed a new drug delivery system using virus-like particles to successfully transport gene-editing proteins in pre-clinical studies.
Avacta selects chemotherapy drug candidate for pre-clinical development
Avacta Group announced that the chemotherapy candidate AVA3996 will be developed with a view to a first-in-human clinical trial beginning in 2023.
Understanding the tau tangles in neurodegeneration could aid treatment discovery
Representing a breakthrough in better understanding how tau proteins cause neurodegenerative disease, scientists have mapped the tau interactome.
Scientists unveil first molecular-level analysis of Omicron spike protein
Using cryo-electron microscopy, researchers have completed the world’s first molecular analysis of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron spike protein.
Janssen licenses its pan-influenza antibody to Leyden Labs
Janssen's monoclonal antibody CR9114, for the potential treatment of influenza, has been exclusively licensed by Leyden Labs for development and commercialisation.
Memory T cells respond to SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant, study shows
Research has shown that memory T cells formed following SARS-CoV-2 infection or mRNA vaccination respond to the Omicron variant.
Researchers engineer protein assembly via artificial protein needles
Japanese researchers have formed ordered biological structures using protein needles, enabling protein self-assembly into lattice structures.
Bristol Myers Squibb research reveals atomic structure of protein receptor CD47
New Bristol Myers Squibb research has revealed details about the structure of the protein receptor CD47, which helps protect cells from the human immune system.
Successful liver model developed for research into UCD
Urea cycle disorders affect the liver’s ability to excrete urea from the body. To test potential therapeutics requires an accurate model – a hurdle that has now been successfully navigated thanks to a team of researchers in Switzerland.
Novel nanotherapy offers hope for potential treatment of type 1 diabetes
Researchers have developed rapamycin-loaded nanocarriers capable of targeting cells related to pancreatic islet transplants without suppressing wider immune responses.
Sino Biological establishes new location in Houston, Texas
Sino Biological has announced that its new location in Houston, Texas, is now open, expanding the company geographically.
New photonic effect could accelerate drug screening processes
Researchers have shown that twisted nanoscale semiconductors can be utilised to accelerate the discovery of drugs through high-throughput screening.
Opportune identification of novel multiple myeloma target
During investigations into the tropical disease Buruli ulcer, researchers have instead identified a promising new avenue for potential treatments for multiple myeloma.
Sino Biological deposits recombinant Omicron proteins and antibodies to BEI Resources
To support disease research, Sino Biological has deposited reagents for the Omicron variant to BEI Resources.