All Enzymes articles – Page 2
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NewsSperm ‘switch’ discovery could lead to new fertility therapies
Scientists have discovered the molecular ‘switch’ that powers sperm for fertilisation, which could potentially lead to new infertility treatments.
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NewsDNA repair secrets of naked mole-rats may guide new drug discovery
New research has demonstrated how tiny tweaks in a DNA-sensing enzyme may hold the key to the naked mole-rat’s extraordinary lifespan – offering insights that could one day inform therapies for aging and age-related diseases.
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NewsTargeting EZH2 may prevent triple-negative breast cancer spread
A new study has revealed that the enzyme EZH2 triggers abnormal cell division that fuels metastasis, and blocking this enzyme with existing drugs could restore normal cell behaviour to stop cancer from spreading.
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NewsGlioblastoma treatment boosted by new drug combination strategy
Researchers in China have discovered how glioblastoma adapts to low-oxygen conditions – revealing a new treatment strategy that combines an orphan drug with standard chemotherapy to overcome resistance.
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NewsNew SMART tool maps RNA modifications to tackle cancer and infections
Researchers have developed the first high-throughput tool to rapidly profile RNA modifications – a breakthrough that could lead to more precise treatments for cancer and antibiotic-resistant infections.
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NewsNew nanostructure makes CRISPR edits safer and three times faster
Northwestern University researchers have created DNA-coated nanoparticles that deliver CRISPR into cells three times more effectively while reducing toxicity. The advance could overcome one of the biggest barriers to gene-editing therapies.
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ArticleTracing ACLY from cardiovascular target to liver therapy lead
Can a cholesterol enzyme help treat an untreatable liver disease? Esperion’s ACLY programme is using multiomic and preclinical data to evaluate its potential in primary sclerosing cholangitis.
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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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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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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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Key to potential new Alzheimer’s drugs found in sugar enzyme
A new study reveals that blocking the enzyme ST6Gal-I reduces toxic plaque buildup in Alzheimer’s disease by suppressing BACE1 expression - highlighting a new target for future treatment strategies.
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NewsNew partnership targets CNS symptoms in ultra-rare diseases
Chiesi Group and Key2Brain have signed a global license agreement to develop two blood-brain barrier-crossing enzyme replacement therapies for alpha-mannosidosis and Krabbe disease – with the aim to help patients with limited treatment options.
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Scientists discover enzymes that redefine glycan pathways
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have identified three new enzyme families that degrade the complex bacterial carbohydrate β-1,2-glucan – offering new opportunities for enzyme engineering.
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NewsNew enzyme tech offers hope for mitochondrial disease treatment
Japanese researchers have developed a new enzyme technology that can precisely alter the levels of mutated mitochondrial DNA in patient-derived stem cells, offering a promising new approach for treating mitochondrial disorders.
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NewsNew enzyme discovery could boost cancer immunotherapy
A new discovery from the University of Geneva highlights the crucial role of the CH25H enzyme, which is found in cancerous lymphatic cells. This enzyme plays a key part in activating immune cells, opening up a promising pathway for improving the success of cancer immunotherapies.
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NewsCapgemini’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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NewsKey enzyme discovery marks a step forward in Alzheimer’s treatment
Scientists have decoded the 3D structure of a key enzyme linked to Alzheimer's disease. This breakthrough opens up new possibilities for targeted drug development and better treatment options.
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ArticleOut of the lab and into patients: targeting APE1/Ref-1
We had the privilege of speaking to Dr Mark R. Kelley, Associate Director of Basic Science at the Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Betty and Earl Herr Professor in Pediatric Oncology Research, prior to his talk at PharmSci 360 in 2024. He elucidates what makes ...
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NewsThe real-time capture of transcription complex formation
Researchers have obtained images with a previously unseen level of detail, demonstrating how RNA polymerase opens the transcription bubble.
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NewsGene editing for HSV-1 shows significant reduction of viral load
The experimental therapy eliminated 90 percent of HSV-1 after facial infection and 97 percent of HSV-1 after genital infection.
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