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AI-designed CDK12/13 inhibitors target resistant cancers
Insilico Medicine’s AI-designed CDK12/13 inhibitors show promise against treatment-resistant cancers. Find out how this breakthrough could reshape cancer therapy.
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Drug Discovery
In the fields of medicine, biotechnology and pharmacology, drug discovery is the process by which new candidate medications are discovered.
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Leukaemia cells hit hard by innovative dual-drug approach
Scientists have discovered a dual-drug therapy that dramatically increases leukaemia cell death, offering new hope for patients with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). By combining SRC and MCL-1 inhibitors, this approach opens the door to more effective treatments.
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New genetic discovery offers hope for arthritis drug development
York University researchers have discovered a genetic mutation in the TRAF1 protein that dramatically reduces inflammation, offering a potential breakthrough in rheumatoid arthritis treatment.
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Rare diseases, big advances: how research is powering a new era of treatments
This Friday, February 28, marks Rare Disease Day 2025, a global initiative raising awareness for the 300 million people living with rare conditions. Dr David Reynolds, CEO of LoQus23 Therapeutics, explores how advancements in rare disease research are driving the development of new treatments.
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Ginger-based compound targets inflammation in IBD
Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered a compound in ginger, furanodienone (FDN), that interacts with the pregnane X receptor to reduce inflammation in the colon. This finding suggests FDN could be an effective, natural treatment for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
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New gene identified for treating malignant cardiac arrhythmias
Researchers have identified a small gene, SCN10a-short, that could enable gene therapy to treat malignant cardiac arrhythmias. This discovery offers the potential for a one-time treatment, reducing the reliance on lifelong medication and invasive procedures.
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Blood pressure drug shows promise in ADHD symptom reduction
A study by the University of Surrey suggests that amlodipine, a common blood pressure medication, could be repurposed as a safer, more accessible treatment for ADHD. This offers a promising alternative to current medications and highlights the potential of drug repurposing in advancing treatment options.
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New predictive model identifies synergistic drug pairings
Researchers at Mount Sinai have created a computational tool that predicts effective drug combinations, providing a faster and more cost-efficient method for identifying potential treatments for complex diseases like cancer.
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Empowering women in STEM: championing change in genetics
An advocate for genetic medicines and the enormous potential they hold, Leah Sabin at Regeneron Genetic Medicines reveals how passion and curiosity can forge the path to a rewarding career in STEM.
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CN Bio advances hepatotoxicity testing to reduce drug failures
CN Bio has developed an advanced hepatotoxicity testing solution to improve preclinical drug safety, providing more human-relevant insights and reducing the risk of drug failures due to liver damage.
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Study identifies new genetic targets for neuropsychiatric diseases
Scientists identify thousands of novel enhancers linked to neuronal differentiation and neuropsychiatric disorders, offering new pathways for drug discovery and potential therapeutic targets.
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Landmark study aims to detect Parkinson’s before symptoms
Grifols' Chronos-PD initiative leverages its extensive plasma repository to identify early biomarkers of Parkinson's disease, advancing early detection and contributing to the development of innovative therapies.
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Capgemini’s AI innovation set to boost bioeconomy
Capgemini's new AI-powered methodology reduces data requirements by 99 percent and accelerates bioengineering breakthroughs, including improved plastic degradation and faster drug discovery.
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Scientific workflow for hypothesis testing in drug discovery: part 3 of 3
Drug discovery scientists develop and test complex hypotheses using data and expertise, and build workflows to support this. In this third and final article, Dr Raminderpal Singh and Nina Truter summarise the tools used in the scientific workflow – and include key considerations.
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Antibiotic resistance linked to lack of nutrients, not tough bacteria
14 February 2025 | By
New research reveals that nutrient starvation hinders antibiotic effectiveness, challenging previous theories and potentially leading to better treatments.
