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Previous studies of human microbiome may be biased in favour of Global North
A new study has suggested that previous global research into the human microbiome is heavily biased in favour of wealthy countries such as the US and UK.
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Senolytic drugs reduce COVID-19 symptoms in mice, study shows
In pre-clinical studies, senolytic drugs were found to reduce inflammation and death from COVID-19 in older mice.
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How microfluidics can automate drug discovery and development
Researchers from the University of Minnesota have developed a 3D spherical microfluidic device. Here, Dr Ruitao Su explains how the new device can be used in drug discovery and development.
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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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Gene differences that impact response to Cryptococcus identified
Using human data, a new study has examined how Cryptococcus genes impact patients with Cryptococcus Neoformans.
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Stopping cancer cells in their tumour ‘highways’
Using controlled network microenvironments, tumour cells were prevented from travelling, which could prevent spread of the cancer throughout the body...
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A step towards the male contraceptive pill
13 March 2016 | By Victoria White
A group of researchers has taken a step toward a male contraceptive pill by tweaking some experimental compounds that show promise...