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Alzheimer’s treatment targets root causes, not just symptoms
Porosome Therapeutics has made a groundbreaking discovery in Alzheimer’s research by targeting the disease’s molecular causes, focusing on restoring secretory and metabolic functions. This approach could not only slow progression but potentially reverse early-stage pathology.
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New study reveals how bacteria 'vaccinate' with viral DNA
The discovery from researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine reveals how bacteria use the CRISPR-Cas system to store viral DNA, enhancing their immunity against future infections, and potentially paving the way for new phage-based therapies
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NewsB cell discovery could supercharge future vaccine development
New research reveals how B cells balance mutation and clonal expansion to refine their antibodies. This discovery could lead to more targeted and effective vaccine designs for various diseases.
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NewsNew approach targets VHR enzyme for sepsis treatment
A new study reveals a promising approach to sepsis treatment by targeting the VHR enzyme using fragment-based drug discovery. This innovative method could lead to more effective therapies for sepsis and other immune-related conditions.
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NewsDrug OLX-07010 shows promise in treating tau diseases
OLX-07010, a new drug from Oligomerix, shows potential in reducing tau protein tangles, a key factor in Alzheimer's and other tau-related diseases. Early studies suggest it could be a breakthrough in targeting tau aggregation and improving brain function.
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NewsTract Bio identifies drug targets for oesophageal cancer
Tract Bio’s new research reveals key insights into the evolution of oesophageal adenocarcinoma (EAC) and identifies promising drug combinations for more effective treatment.
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NewsNovel radioactive drug targets aggressive metastatic melanoma
Scientists in Japan have developed a new radioactive drug that emits alpha particles, showing promise for targeting metastatic melanoma - an aggressive skin cancer resistant to many conventional treatments.
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NewsNew research offers hope for high-grade glioma treatment
High-grade glioma, an aggressive brain cancer affecting both paediatric and adult patients, remains difficult to treat. A collaborative study from the University of Michigan, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, and the Medical University of Vienna reveals a promising new treatment approach.
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NewsNanoparticle therapy shows potential to prevent spread of pancreatic cancer to liver
Pancreatic cancer is notoriously hard to treat, especially when it spreads to the liver in advanced stages. Researchers at UCLA’s California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI) have developed an innovative nanoparticle technology to tackle this challenge.
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NewsCeSPIACE: New peptide drug blocks COVID-19 variants
Scientists have developed CeSPIACE, a peptide drug that offers broad protection against COVID-19 variants, including Omicron XBB.1.5. Find out how it targets a stable part of the virus’s spike protein, making it resistant to mutations.
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NewsFairJourney Biologics acquires Charles River’s South San Francisco facility
FairJourney Biologics S.A., a global leader in antibody discovery and optimisation, has announced its acquisition of Charles River Laboratories’ South San Francisco site.
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NewsBeckman Coulter Life Sciences and Rarity Bioscience partner to advance oncology research
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a global leader in laboratory automation and innovation, has partnered with Rarity Bioscience to introduce a groundbreaking approach to oncology research.
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Scientists discover key to long COVID lung damage and potential treatment
Scientists at the University of Virginia (UVA) School of Medicine have uncovered a crucial mechanism behind the lingering effects of long COVID, revealing how severe COVID-19 infections impair immune cells’ ability to repair lung tissue.
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NewsFirst AI-designed drug, Rentosertib, officially named by USAN
Insilico Medicine’s AI-designed drug for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), Rentosertib, has been granted an official name by USAN. This is the first drug where both the target and compound were discovered using generative AI, marking a major milestone in AI-driven drug development.
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NewsDiabetes 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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NewsScientists turn superbug MRSA into treatable infection
Researchers have discovered a breakthrough method to silence MRSA's drug resistance, restoring its sensitivity to standard antibiotics and offering new hope in the fight against superbugs.
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NewsAWS and ElevateBio join forces to advance gene editing
ElevateBio is teaming up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to advance CRISPR gene editing using AI and cloud computing. This collaboration aims to accelerate drug discovery for genetic diseases, making next-generation therapies more efficient and accessible.
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NewsBacterial ‘jumping genes’ found to control chromosome ends
Cornell researchers have discovered how transposons, or 'jumping genes,' insert themselves into bacterial chromosome ends, potentially transforming genetic engineering and advancing biotechnology. This breakthrough could reshape antibiotic research and unlock new drug discoveries.
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NewsGoogle’s AI co-scientist accelerates drug development
Google has introduced an AI-powered 'co-scientist' designed to accelerate biomedical research and drug discovery by generating scientific hypotheses and identifying novel therapeutic targets.
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NewsNew AI algorithm searches 10 sextillion drug candidates
Scientists have developed an AI algorithm capable of searching through 10 sextillion potential drug molecules, a feat previously considered impossible. This method could significantly speed up drug discovery and the development of new treatments.