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Targeting zombie cells: a new treatment for chronic back pain
McGill University researchers have found that two drugs can eliminate senescent “zombie cells” in spinal discs, offering a potential new treatment for chronic low back pain.
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Advanced test predicts ALK inhibitor success in lung cancer
Researchers have developed a test that accurately predicts whether patients with ALK-positive lung cancer will respond to targeted treatments. This could significantly enhance personalised cancer therapies and overcome treatment resistance.
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Outsmarting cancer by exploiting DNA repair flaws
Researchers at ETH Zurich in Switzerland have mapped the complex network cells use to repair their genetic material, revealing previously hidden vulnerabilities in cancer cells.
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LB-102: Redefining schizophrenia treatment in drug discovery
Find out how LB Pharmaceuticals' LB-102 is advancing schizophrenia treatment. This first-in-class antipsychotic demonstrates strong efficacy, safety and tolerability, potentially addressing both acute and negative symptoms. Explore its potential impact on neuropsychiatric drug discovery.
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Reprogramming gut cells to treat short bowel syndrome
A preclinical study conducted by researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have demonstrated a new gene-editing strategy to treat short bowel syndrome (SBS), a life-threatening condition in which patients lack a functional small intestine.
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Identifying a new target for metabolic liver disease treatment
Scientists have identified protein tyrosine phosphatase delta (PTPRD) as a key regulator of liver metabolism, offering a potential new drug target for treating metabolic liver diseases like MASLD and MASH.
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Diabetes drug found to protect heart during cancer treatment
A commonly prescribed diabetes medication could significantly enhance long-term recovery prospects for cancer patients by reducing their risk of heart failure, a new study from the University of East Anglia (UEA) reveals.
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Empowering women in STEM: Navigating CMC regulatory affairs
Discover how a leader in CMC regulatory affairs is transforming drug development and inspiring the next generation of scientists.
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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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Obesity care gets personalised: tailoring therapies with Phenomix
Find out how Phenomix Sciences is transforming obesity treatment by identifying patient subtypes for more targeted and effective therapies.
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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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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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Cilta-cel: A new era in multiple myeloma treatment
New cell therapy, Cilta-cel, shows promise in the treatment of multiple myeloma, providing a personalised approach with the potential for long-term remission.
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How GPCR agonists, including antibodies, are shaping the future of metabolic care
Find out how Confo Therapeutics is overcoming challenges in GPCR drug development to create next-gen therapies for metabolic diseases.
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New collaboration targets key challenges in fibrosis treatment
Deep Science Ventures and General Inception are teaming up to tackle fibrosis. Together, they aim to create a company focused on developing new treatments for fibrotic diseases.
