Eczema may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones, study finds
A breaking discovery has revealed the gene HSD3B1 that regulates the production of sex hormones is linked to atopic dermatitis (AD).
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Controlling PTEN gene could combat paediatric rhabdomyosarcoma
The decreased expression of PTEN in mouse models was found to make rhabdomyosarcoma tumours more aggressive, highlighting new treatment approaches.
Scientists create organoid biobank to study SARS-CoV-2 genes
Researchers have established an organoid biobank to search for genes that are essential for the spreading of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Ex vivo stem cell treatment a promising therapy against MRSA
A new ex vivo model treated animal wounds with mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) and reduced MRSA infection, expanding therapeutic options for humans.
Researchers identify specific drug targets for a variety of brain disorders
Scientists have discovered drug targets in the neural circuits that encode memories, paving the way for the treatment of brain disorders.
MEPs demand action plan to end animal testing in Europe
MEPs have requested that the EU adopts new plans to phase out the use of animals in scientific research and testing, focusing on alternatives instead.
Novel technology could significantly advance genomics field
New technology system of drug-based markers for the selection or counter-selection of genes may advance genetic screening methods.
Scientists reveal that glioblastoma shows dependency on biotin distribution
Researchers discovered that glioblastoma cells rely on biotin distribution for growth, leading to possible future drug combinations.
Gut microbiome linked to rheumatoid arthritis prognosis
New genomic study reveals that the microbiome could predict rheumatoid arthritis prognosis, potentially advancing treatments.
Gene therapy for Morquio A disease successful in rat model
A novel gene therapy has fully corrected whole-body alterations in a rat model, paving the way for Morquio A therapies.
Immune cells found co-operating to capture and “eat” bacteria
Researchers have identified a spider-like antibacterial mechanism by immune cells that could inspire Staphylococcus aureus treatments.
Scientists create cellular blueprint of multiple sclerosis lesions
An NIH team have built a cellular map of chronic multiple sclerosis (MS) lesions to identify cells that drive inflammation and potential therapies.
PP2A enzyme could be major driver of preeclampsia
A new study found that protein phosphatase 2 (PP2A) found to be a major driver of preeclampsia, potentially leading to treatments.
Novel tool can estimate number of T cells in cancer tumours
Researchers have developed a new method that can rapidly count the number of T cells in a tumour, helping to predict patient response to therapies.
New Gut Cell Atlas reveals genetic origins of Crohn’s disease
The Gut Cell Atlas comprises 428,000 cells in the gut and sheds light on the origin of Crohn’s disease and other intestinal diseases.