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Scientists identify key protein fuelling autoimmune attacks
Mass General Brigham researchers found granzyme K (GZMK) drives inflammation in autoimmune diseases, opening new possibilities for targeted treatments.
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Biomarkers are a naturally occurring molecule, gene, or characteristic by which a particular disease can be identified.
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New study links type 2 diabetes to accelerated cognitive decline
Study reveals how type 2 diabetes accelerates cognitive decline by damaging white matter in the brain. Sam Hashemi at Prenuvo explains how advanced AI and whole-body MRI technology are opening new possibilities for early intervention.
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Promising Alzheimer’s drug earns FDA fast-track designation
Posdinemab, being investigated by Johnson & Johnson, has received FDA fast-track status. Hear from Dr Fiona Elwood as she explains how Johnson & Johnson’s precision medicine approach could transform Alzheimer’s treatment.
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Coherus announces positive Phase II results for liver cancer treatment
Coherus BioSciences shared final data from its Phase II trial of casdozokitug, showing a 17.2 percent complete response rate in liver cancer patients.
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The future of carcinogenicity risk assessment: AI-powered, ethical alternatives to traditional testing
29 January 2025 | By Eurofins Discovery
Explore how a Weight of Evidence (WoE) approach uses in vitro methods and artificial intelligence (AI) to transform carcinogenicity risk assessment, reducing reliance on animal studies while enhancing compliance with FDA and ICH guidelines.
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The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research awards grant to Grifols for pioneering study
Grifols has received a $21 million grant from The Michael J. Fox Foundation to fund a pioneering study aimed at identifying early biomarkers for Parkinson's disease (PD).
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FDA’s Project Optimus: A new era in oncology drug dosing
Explore how FDA’s Project Optimus is reshaping oncology drug dosing strategies, with insights on precision medicine, adaptive trial designs, and the role of CROs in optimising patient outcomes.
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Rett syndrome discovery could lead to better treatments
Researchers have identified early molecular changes in Rett syndrome that could lead to improved treatments for the condition.
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Gene linked to high altitudes could transform blood cancer therapy
Huntsman Cancer Institute researchers have identified a gene variant in Andean populations that could predict blood cancer treatment outcomes and potentially lead to targeted therapies.
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New research shows way to bypass immunotherapy resistance
A study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham reveals that HIF1α plays a crucial role in enabling T cells to kill tumour cells under low-oxygen conditions, providing a potential solution to resistance in immune checkpoint blockade (ICB) therapies.
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Radiotracer targets key cancer biomarker for precision treatment
A breakthrough in molecular imaging could transform how doctors target solid tumours, offering more personalised and effective treatment options.
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New targeted therapies show promise in lung cancer treatment
Recent advancements in targeted therapies and immunotherapies are transforming lung cancer treatment. Discover how these innovations are improving outcomes and providing hope for patients.
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Key enzyme discovery marks a step forward in Alzheimer’s treatment
Scientists have decoded the 3D structure of a key enzyme linked to Alzheimer's disease. This breakthrough opens up new possibilities for targeted drug development and better treatment options.
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Beyond ELISA: the future of biomarker validation
The era of precision medicine demands more rigorous biomarker validation methods. While ELISA has long been the gold standard, advanced technologies such as LC-MS/MS and Meso Scale Discovery (MSD) offer superior precision, sensitivity and efficiency. Here, Prasad Lakshmanan Selvaraj, Director of Technical Review at Sannova, explains that by embracing these…
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Harnessing the CD24/Siglec-10 pathway: immunotherapy innovation
Renowned immunologist Dr Yang Liu shares his insights into the preclinical studies behind the development of drug candidates targeting the CD24/Siglec-10 pathway. He discusses the technical and regulatory hurdles of antibody development, how these therapies compare to existing immunotherapies, and the potential for personalised cancer treatment through biomarker development.