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DNA successfully cut and inserted using Class 1 CRISPR system
A new study has shown that a Class 1 CRISPR gene editing system can achieve functional DNA repairs in human cells with no prominent off-target effects.
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Five recent Parkinson’s disease drug target discoveries
This article highlights five of the latest findings that could be used in the development or design of new therapies to treat Parkinson’s disease.
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Taking a BiTE out of lung cancer
Bispecific T-cell engager technology (BiTE) could be used to quickly and accurately diagnose patients suffering from lung cancer...
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Nanopore detection of single flu viruses to control influenza outbreaks
Osaka University researchers have developed a method using single-particle nanopore sensors and AI to detect single influenza virions...
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Experimental vaccine could replace aspirin
An experimental vaccine tested on mice could one day replace common blood thinners that are taken orally, such as aspirin...
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Dectin-1 pathway may be crucial for treating fungal inflammation and pain
Researchers have identified the dectin-1 pathway as being a potential target for the treatment of pain associated with candidiasis...
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Researchers uncover origin of virus-fighting plasma B cells
A group of researchers have discovered an important mechanism that governs how B cells are chosen to become plasma cells...
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Helpful B cells lend a hand to developing neurons
Researchers at Osaka University have identified an immune cell that promotes the growth of neuron-supporting cells in the developing mouse brain.
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Scientists develop green fluorescent protein to aid intracellular research
Researchers at Osaka University in Japan have developed a superior acid-tolerant green fluorescent protein to enhance the study of intracellular molecular dynamics.
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New drug targets for a rare kidney and liver disease
In a joint international study, researchers have collaborated to uncover how mutations in a single gene called PKHD1 lead to symptoms associated with a rare kidney and liver disease...
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The immune system promotes spontaneous heart regeneration
In adult mammal hearts, cardiomyoctyes do not proliferate following damage, like that caused by myocardial infarction.
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Muscle cryomicroscopy images could provide model for nanomachines
Myosin provides model for nanomachines
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Chugai and IFReC provide top level Japanese collaboration to benefit immunology
20 May 2016 | By Mandy Parrett, Editorial Assistant
Osaka University and Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. announce details of their collaborative agreement for advanced research into immunology.