All articles by Izzy Wood (Drug Target Review) – Page 6
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NewsRhythmic brain activity helps maintain temporary memories
US researchers have discovered that rhythmic brain activity organises the neuronal pathways that maintain short-term memories.
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NewsT cells show immunity to a variety of bacteria
Australian scientists explored a group of bacterial pathogens that share a protein sequence which is recognised by human T cells.
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NewsOrgan-on-a-chip device aids the study of thrombosis without animal models
Scientists from the University of Birmingham have developed an organ-on-a-chip-model to better understand the mechanisms of deep vein thrombosis.
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NewsInnovative treatment targets blood clots without increased bleeding risk
Safer and more effective blood thinners could be on the way following a ground-breaking discovery by US researchers, that have designed a new compound to target blood clots.
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NewsResearchers develop Raman imaging probes for detecting enzyme activities
Japanese researchers have developed activatable Raman probes based on 9CN-rhodol, offering a promising tool for detecting multiple enzyme activities in heterogeneous biological tissues. This new molecular design strategy allows for highly specific and sensitive detection of enzyme activities, offering potential applications in disease diagnosis and biological research.
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NewsNovel tool helps differentiate between cancerous and healthy cells for AML
Spanish scientists have developed a new method to identify between cancerous and healthy cells for cases of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML).
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NewsNew treatment pathway for deadly pancreatic cancers
US scientists have used mouse models of pancreatic cancer to identify genes used by tumour cells to grow uncontrollably.
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NewsInflammation 'brake' gene may impact kidney disease outcomes
Australian researchers uncover a gene that controls inflammation in kidney disease, which could pave the way for more precise disease diagnostics and personalised treatments.
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NewsRecombining drugs helps restore gene's ability to signal for death of leukaemia cells
US researchers find combination of chloroquine and venetoclax promotes cancer cell death in mouse models with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML).
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NewsCannabinoids used in worms can help regulate various body systems
US study suggest worms could be a good research model for understanding the endocannabinoid system—and possibly developing better drugs.
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NewsImproved cognitive function in rats with serine racemase upregulation
US researchers have found that increasing the expression of the enzyme serine racemase in the prefrontal cortex of middle-aged rats can enhance cognitive function.
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NewsNew digital map of sympathetic nervous system created
US researchers have created a digital map of sympathetic nervous system, in hope it will serve as a guide to treat cardiovascular conditions using bioelectronic devices
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NewsResident T-cells key to salmonella immunity
According to US researchers, insights from mouse models of salmonella could lead to better vaccines and immunity.
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NewsNovel robotic bronchoscope system can help catch lung cancer earlier
Researchers from China have formulated a robotics system that can access areas in the lung non-invasively before cancer diagnosis.
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NewsAntimicrobial resistance identified in bloodstream by metagenomic sequencing
University of Oxford finds rapid metagenomics can produce accurate results 18-42 hours quicker than conventional tests for antimicrobial resistance in bloodstream infections, which could save lives and reduce the misuse of antibiotics.
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NewsStem cell discovery has potential to impact cancer treatments
A team from Trinity College Dublin have uncovered mechanisms that stem cells use to establish cellular identity, a process that will have potential in cancer and targeted treatments.
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NewsStudy reveals new insights on brain development through adolescence
According to US researchers, brain maturation follows a sequence that renders youth sensitive to environmental impacts through adolescence.
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Article2023 drug discovery forecast: emerging trends and disruptors revolutionising the industry
With advancements in artificial intelligence, precision medicine and gene editing, the field of drug discovery is undergoing a rapid transformation. In this article, Drug Target Review’s Izzy Wood gets the insider knowledge from industry leaders at SLAS 2023, who are experiencing these changes first hand.
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NewsAssessing the accuracy of model arteries
Japanese scientists have tested the material used to build models of arteries, revealing their suitability for use in medical education and surgical planning.
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NewsTreating peanut allergies in mice with mRNA delivering nanoparticles
UCLA have developed technology using nanoparticles that deliver mRNA to liver cells, that could provide a platform to fight allergies.