Llama nanobodies could serve as new treatment for HCMV
Scientists have developed a “llama nanobody” that is capable of chasing out human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) so it is detected by the immune system.
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New “atlas” charts how antibodies attack COVID-19 Spike variants
A new “atlas” has been created in the US that charts how 152 different antibodies attack the SARS-CoV-2 Spike protein.
Personalised organoid models may improve immunotherapy treatment
Researchers have used patient-specific tumour organoid models to improve immunotherapy treatments for appendiceal cancer.
Algorithm helps find best drug targets for all COVID-19 variants
A new computer algorithm has identified highly conserved sequences in viral proteins that could make the best drug targets for COVID-19.
Bacterial metabolites could increase tumour therapy efficiency
Bacterial metabolites showed an increase in the cytotoxic activity in immune cells that could potentially influence efficiency of tumour therapies.
Researchers develop toxicity test for placenta and embryos
A Swiss team have created a laboratory test that incorporates the placenta into embryotoxicity assessments without damaging foetuses.
Novel group of small molecules show promise against SARS-CoV-2
Researchers in Germany have identified 69 small molecules as binding partners for genomic RNA of SARS-CoV-2, possibly leading to new drugs.
Treg cells could be answer to multiple sclerosis treatments, say scientists
New research has shown that the protein Piezo 1 prevented Treg cells from controlling the effects of inflammation in a multiple sclerosis mouse model.
Metabolite could defend against harmful intestinal bacteria, study shows
Acetate was found to be involved in regulating complex microbes and could help trigger an immune response against harmful bacteria in mice.
Stem cell model demonstrates how COVID-19 infects brain cells
Researchers have developed a 3D “assembloid” that presents a potential entry route of COVID-19 into the brain.
Non-invasive optical method could provide insight into brain diseases
A non-invasive, label-free optical method can produce high-resolution imaging of cellular brain diseases in vivo.
High-quality, rapid technique developed for imaging in vivo
A US team has designed a high-quality, high-speed imaging system that could lead to new understandings of complex tissue specimens.
New spray shown to help heal heart attack damage in rats
A team have developed a minimally invasive exosome spray that helped repair rat hearts after myocardial infarction.
Metal-based molecule could inhibit build-up of Alzheimer’s peptides
UK researchers have created a metal-based molecule that inhibits the build-up of Alzheimer’s-associated peptide, amyloid-β, in lab tests.
Microcrystal electron diffraction could advance drug development
UK researchers have shown how microcrystal electron diffraction (MicroED) could obtain the structures of potential pharmaceuticals.