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Using CRISPR to develop a cutaneous leishmaniasis vaccine
Researchers used CRISPR gene-editing to develop a vaccine able to protect against the spread of the Leishmania major parasite which causes cutaneous leishmaniasis.
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Could a sphingosine nasal spray prevent COVID-19?
According to a study, the lipid sphingosine can inhibit SARS-CoV-2 infection and could potentially be delivered in a nasal spray to prevent COVID-19 infections.
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Study shows MAIT cells highly engaged in the immunological response to COVID-19
New research has shown that MAIT cells are strongly activated in people with moderate to severe COVID-19 disease.
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Video: ImageXpress Pico Virtual Tour
Explore this virtual tour of the ImageXpress Pico Automated Cell Imaging System from Molecular Devices, including hardware and software.
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Why do some patients develop COVID-19 pneumonia?
Scientists reveal that some patients who develop severe COVID-19 symptoms mount ineffective immune responses due to a lack of type I interferons, either through genetic mutation or inactivation by auto-reactive antibodies.
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Video: ImageXpress Micro Confocal Virtual Tour
Explore this virtual tour of the ImageXpress Micro Confocal High-Content Imaging System from Molecular Devices, including hardware and software.
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Team reveals why children’s immune response to COVID-19 is better than adults’
Researchers have identified two molecules that explain why children experience COVID-19 differently to adults.
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Next generation strategies for cancer immunotherapy
24 September 2020 | By PerkinElmer
During this on-demand webinar, two leading researchers will discuss their innovative approaches to developing novel opportunities for immunotherapy treatments.
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Application note: 3D image analysis and characterisation of angiogenesis in organ-on-a-chip model
Many anti-angiogenic drugs have been developed to use in cancer therapy, while pro-angiogenic molecules may hold potential in regenerative applications.
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Lethal poxviruses could be rendered harmless with single gene removal
Researchers report that removing the vSLFN gene from the ectromelia virus (ECTV) caused a potent immune response which protected animal models.
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Mystery glycoprotein could prevent respiratory distress
According to researchers, the DMBT1S8 molecule can halt inflammation in the respiratory tract through its interaction with the Siglec-8 receptor on immune cells.
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On-demand webinar: Exploring absorbance-based assay applications: From virus to cannabis research
Discover how absorbance detection works as well as different types of absorbance-based assay applications that scientists can utilise for their research.
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Could FDA-approved drug heparin prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection?
SARS-CoV-2 entry into human cells is dependent on heparan sulfate and disrupting this interaction using heparin reduces infectivity of the coronavirus, find scientists.
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Interactive demo: Test drive the ImageXpress Pico Automated Cell Imaging System
A powerful, yet affordable, high-content imaging system in your own lab.
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ebook: Get a front row view of your cells
Discover how you can simplify your workflow by combining microplate reading and imaging in a small footprint.
