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Protein found to control breast cancer metastasis
Scientists have discovered the motor protein dynein commands movement of cancer cells in soft tissue models, offering new clinical targets.
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Screening technique could accelerate and improve mRNA therapies
A new single-cell nanoparticle targeting-sequencing approach can measure the cellular uptake of lipid nanoparticles carrying mRNA therapies.
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Immune cell changes detected in Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM)
A new study has found mutations originating in blood progenitor cells, possibly leading to Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM) therapies.
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Novel PF74-like small molecules developed to target HIV capsid protein
Scientists have developed PF74-like small molecules able to target the HIV-1 capsid protein, identifying four potent compounds.
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New COVID-19 vaccine elicits strong protective immunity in mice and monkeys
A new MVA-based vaccine has shown success at inducing COVID-19 antibody and T-cell responses in pre-clinical studies.
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Beautyberry leaf could be the secret to combatting MRSA infections
A compound extracted from the leaf of the American beautyberry re-sensitised methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to beta-lactam antibiotics.
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Carbon hydrogen functionalisation could provide new route for synthesising compounds
The carbon hydrogen functionalisation process could be used to make 3D scaffolds for pharmaceutical compounds, say researchers.
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Stem cell stimulation shown to improve stroke recovery
Stem cell stimulation shows promise as a potential noninvasive stroke treatment.
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Key step in the transformation of B-cells to antibody-secreting cells described
Scientists have detailed the role of a key controlling factor in the transformation of B-cells into antibody-secreting cells.
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‘Hidden pocket’ could be targeted to treat strokes
Researchers have identified a tiny hidden pocket on the NMDA receptor that could be targeted to treat strokes and seizures...
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RNA molecule nc886 could unlock innate immunity
Researchers have identified that the RNA molecule nc886 begins a series of events that leads to the destruction of viruses...
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New class of drugs could help tackle treatment-resistant cancers
Researchers have discovered a new class of drug that has the potential to help cancer patients who no longer respond to existing therapies...
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Healing microbes could be exploited as treatments for IBD
10 February 2016 | By Victoria White
Emory University scientists have found that specific types of bacteria step forward to promote healing in injured mouse intestines...