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New laser system developed for stainless imaging of vesicles
Using ultrashort laser pulses to interact with vesicles, researchers have created a novel label-free imaging method.
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Novel antibiotic compound revealed through artificial intelligence screening
A new antibiotic compound has been identified by researchers who designed a machine-learning algorithm to screen millions of molecules.
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New worm model could aid in the study of rare disease
A new earthworm model has been developed for the rare disease, x-ALD, which the scientists say could lead to pharmacological targets for the neuronal alterations of the disease.
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Single cancer cells in lab-grown tumours analysed with new technology
New technology is for the first time enabling scientists to analyse the individual behaviour of millions of different cells living inside lab-grown tumours, which could lead to new personalised cancer treatments.
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Ptychographic label-free microscopy platform developed for imaging
Researchers have developed a new label-free ptychographic microscopy method by bringing samples closer to the image sensor, reducing processing time.
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Researchers gain new insight into LRRK2 – a potential cause of Parkinson’s
Scientists in the US have applied a novel technique to finally unravel a particular kinase enzyme that is associated with familial Parkinson’s disease; providing a clearer potential therapeutic target.
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Receptor protein activity could prevent neuropathy for chemotherapy patients
A team of researchers in Singapore has studied the activity of a receptor protein to identify whether it’s a key player in the development of neuropathy for patients undergoing chemotherapy.
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Gender inequality in STEM publishing due to female dropout rates, says study
New research has revealed that despite a rising number of women in STEM publishing papers, there is a large gender difference due to females leaving academia.
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B cells may travel to remote areas of the brain to improve stroke recovery
Research has found that after stroke in mice, B cells migrate to far regions of the brain that control motor functions, indicating their role in recovery.
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BT13 molecule shows promise for halting Parkinson’s
A molecule has been shown to increase dopamine levels in the brains of mice, offering hope for stopping the progression of Parkinson’s.
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Myc gene linked to alternative splicing changes in several cancers
A collaboration of academic institutions in the United States has identified a gene that is linked to alternative splicing changes that occur in several cancers.
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Lettuce used to create pulmonary arterial hypertension protein treatment
Researchers have developed a way to produce proteins from lettuce which can effectively combat pulmonary arterial hypertension in animals.
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WDR74 protein identified as lung cancer and melanoma therapeutic target
Researchers have revealed that the WDR74 protein plays a key role in lung cancer and melanoma, including metastasis, indicating it may be a potential drug target.
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Hub for tech companies opens at Alderley Park, UK
Alderley Park has announced the opening of Glasshouse, its work space for tech enterprises looking to work collaboratively in drug discovery.
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Remdesivir demonstrates success against MERS in rhesus macaques
The experimental remdesivir drug has shown efficacy in combatting the MERS virus in rhesus macaques, according to a new US study.