All Drug Targets articles – Page 13
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NewsNew PCAI compound targets aromatase inhibitor-resistant breast cancer
Researchers at Florida A&M University have identified a new compound – NSL-YHJ-2-27 – that disrupts key survival pathways in aromatase inhibitor-resistant breast cancer cells – offering a potential new treatment for hard-to-treat cases.
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New patent for traumatic brain injury drug announced
Drug discovery company, TauGen, has filed a US patent application for a new series of drug candidates targeting endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress – a key factor in secondary brain injury following traumatic brain injury (TBI).
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Next-gen malaria vaccine created using mapped parasite protein
Australian scientists have, for the first time, visualised a malaria parasite protein complex – a discovery that has led to a new mRNA vaccine capable of blocking the parasite’s reproduction in mosquitoes and potentially halting transmission.
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NewsScientists discover how 5-HT1A receptor shapes brain signalling
Researchers at Mount Sinai have mapped how the 5-HT1A serotonin receptor controls brain signalling – finding a hidden lipid ‘co-pilot’ that could lead to the development of more targeted antidepressants.
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NewsIntersectin protein discovery may help treat cognitive disorders
Researchers have discovered that the protein intersectin plays a crucial role in organising synaptic vesicles – enabling direct communication essential for learning and memory.
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NewsNew research shows squeezing cancer cells helps them survive
Scientists have discovered that cancer cells generate an instant burst of energy when physically squeezed, helping them repair DNA damage and survive harsh environments. This discovery means that therapies targeting this new survival mechanism could be developed.
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NewsCDK4/6 and PARP combo improves prostate cancer treatment
Researchers at VHIO have discovered a new way to overcome drug resistance in metastatic prostate cancer – by combining CDK4/6 inhibitors with follow-up therapies.
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NewsNew drug combo targets PRMT5 to fight deadly cancers
Scientists at Virginia Tech’s Fralin Biomedical Research Institute have identified a promising drug target – PRMT5 – that could make treatment-resistant lung, brain and pancreatic cancers more vulnerable to therapy.
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NewsHow FtsZ and ZapA proteins drive bacterial cell division
Japanese researchers have discovered how the bacterial proteins FtsZ and ZapA work together to drive cell division – a discovery that could guide the development of new antibacterial treatments.
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NewsDeep-sea sugar EPS3.9 sparks immune attack on tumours
Scientists have isolated a sugar molecule from deep-sea bacteria that triggers pyroptosis - a form of inflammatory cell death - to halt tumour growth - highlighting the potential of marine microbes in drug development.
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WebinarInnovating Obesity Drug Discovery: Trends, Challenges, and Translational Strategies
Facing roadblocks in obesity drug discovery? Discover how integrated, validated strategies are helping teams accelerate development and reduce risk.
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NewsNew AI model PROTsi identifies aggressive tumours using protein markers
Researchers in Brazil and Poland have developed an AI-powered tool that predicts cancer aggressiveness by analysing protein expression - offering new insights into tumour behaviour.
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NewsDiscovery of hidden survival mechanism in MRSA points to new drug targets
In the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria, researchers at Michigan State University (MSU) have made a discovery that could change how we target deadly pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus and its drug-resistant strain - MRSA.
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ArticleThe future of CNS drug development: signs of real progress
New therapeutic approaches are emerging for CNS disorders – but can they overcome the toughest barriers in drug development? Find out what is driving progress and what still stands in the way.
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NewsMicroglia discovery offers clues to Alzheimer’s progression
Immune cells in the brain called microglia may hold the key to improving blood flow and tackling diseases like Alzheimer’s, new research from the University of Virginia suggests.
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WebinarEarly De-Risking: In Vitro Safety Strategies for Pre-IND Success
Safety data is no longer just a regulatory checkbox - it’s a strategic advantage. Discover how in vitro and computational tools reduce the reliance on animal testing and support smarter, earlier decision-making in drug discovery.
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NewsSmall molecule therapy improves islet transplant success in diabetes
A study from Weill Cornell Medicine shows that pre-treating pancreatic islet cells with a small molecule cocktail significantly improves survival after transplantation in type 1 diabetes models. The approach could help make donor cells go further and transplants more efficient.
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NewsVirtual cell model rankings just got a major upgrade
Shift Bioscience has published a new study introducing enhanced metrics and baselines for evaluating virtual cell models - boosting gene target discovery and accelerating its rejuvenation therapeutics pipeline.
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FGF19 hormone could be the key to new obesity treatments
A hormone produced in the gut, FGF19, has been shown to act directly on the brain to boost energy expenditure, burn fat and improve blood sugar control in obese mice - offering a potential route for developing new obesity therapies.
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NewsDisabling the SETD1B enzyme halts leukaemia cell growth
Japanese researchers have identified the epigenetic enzyme SETD1B as a key driver of aggressive acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) – which could lead to new treatment strategies targeting the cancer’s underlying biology in the future.