Single molecule from plant used by Native Americans may treat diarrhoea
Scientists unveil the role of KCNQ2/3 using a functional screen of 40 native US plants and identify nine extracts that could treat diarrhoea.
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Drug intended to treat Alzheimer’s may hold promise for glioblastoma
Verubecestat demonstrated poor results in Alzheimer's trials, but helped suppress tumours in pre-clinical glioblastoma models.
Rheumatoid arthritis discovery may lead to novel inflammation blockers
A new study links tumour necrosis factor seen in rheumatoid arthritis with T cell dysfunction, potentially leading to new therapies.
Genetic study could influence the development of COVID-19 therapies
The study is the first in-depth look at links between COVID-19 severity and gene expression in immune cells and may guide future therapies.
Positive pre-clinical results for CRISPR-based HIV therapy
The CRISPR-based therapy called EBT-101 excised HIV proviral DNA from the genomes of different cells and tissues in human cells and mice.
Stress hormones linked to Crohn’s disease flare-ups
Removing stress hormones in mouse models restored proper function to immune cells and epithelial cells, pointing to new Crohn's treatments.
Researchers discover new link between CRISPR, p53 and cancer
The new findings suggest that inhibiting p53 can reduce CRISPR-associated cancer risks and may lead to developments in precision medicine.
New target for overeating identified in the brain’s cerebellum
The study uncovered disordered signalling in the brain's cerebellum, offering a novel therapeutic target for Prader Willi syndrome.
CRISPR screen unveils enzyme target for inflammatory diseases
Scientists used a CRISPR-based screen to find that inhibiting MTHFD2 reduces disease severity in inflammatory disease models.
Antihypertensive drugs could treat cerebral small vessel disease
The antihypertensive drug candesartan cilexetil reduced matrisomal protein accumulation in mice with cerebral small vessel disease.
Antibacterial molecules show promise against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
The new group of molecules can be chemically altered, showing potential for the development of effective antibiotics with few side effects.
Altered fat metabolism shown to play a key role in ALS
Scientists reveal that higher levels of inflammatory chemicals involved in fat metabolism occur in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Ncardia secures more than $60 million to enhance and expand leading iPSC offerings
Ncardia has formed a strategic partnership with Kiniciti to build GMP capabilities to support iPSC cell therapy platforms and human cell-based in vitro discovery services.
Existing cancer drugs could become new Alzheimer’s treatments
An experimental drug for liver cancer and Dasatinib, approved for chronic myeloid leukaemia could be repurposed to treat Alzheimer's disease.
Nanoscale “computer” a pivotal step for precision medicine
The study paves the way for the construction of complex nanoscale computers for the prevention and treatment of cancer and other diseases.