Toll-like receptor could be targeted to treat age-related macular degeneration
Scientists have implicated toll-like receptor 2 (TLR2) in age-related macular degeneration and shown that knocking it out can improve symptoms in animal models.
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Novel antibiotic compound revealed through artificial intelligence screening
A new antibiotic compound has been identified by researchers who designed a machine-learning algorithm to screen millions of molecules.
L-serine could be used to treat ALS, after promising results in primate study
Researchers have shown that, when treated with L-serine, a non-human primate model of ALS had fewer pathologies associated with the disease.
New therapy stops seizures in mouse model of rare childhood epilepsy
A rare form of childhood epilepsy could be improved with a therapy called antisense oligonucleotide, following the development of a new model.
Using blue light to control CAR T cells and destroy tumours
Researchers have created a method to activate CAR T cells with blue LED light to successfully combat solid tumours in mice.
New worm model could aid in the study of rare disease
A new earthworm model has been developed for the rare disease, x-ALD, which the scientists say could lead to pharmacological targets for the neuronal alterations of the disease.
Single cancer cells in lab-grown tumours analysed with new technology
New technology is for the first time enabling scientists to analyse the individual behaviour of millions of different cells living inside lab-grown tumours, which could lead to new personalised cancer treatments.
Ptychographic label-free microscopy platform developed for imaging
Researchers have developed a new label-free ptychographic microscopy method by bringing samples closer to the image sensor, reducing processing time.
High-throughput screening reveals new compound to maintain lung health
Researchers have screened 20,000 molecules to discover a potent compound with low toxicity that restores the balance of healthy stem cells in the lungs of mice.
Smart bioprocessing with the new Eppendorf control system
Flexible and intuitive operation of a wide range of biological processes with the SciVario® twin bioreactor control system.
ABPI responds to UK points-based immigration system
The ABPI has outlined how the new immigration system in the UK will affect life science workers and businesses, emphasising the need for regular reviews to remain competitive.
Researchers map vital atomic-scale protein on COVID-19
Using cryogenic electron microscopy, a team has mapped the Spike protein on COVID-19, which could be used in the development of vaccines.
Researchers gain new insight into LRRK2 – a potential cause of Parkinson’s
Scientists in the US have applied a novel technique to finally unravel a particular kinase enzyme that is associated with familial Parkinson’s disease; providing a clearer potential therapeutic target.
Receptor protein activity could prevent neuropathy for chemotherapy patients
A team of researchers in Singapore has studied the activity of a receptor protein to identify whether it’s a key player in the development of neuropathy for patients undergoing chemotherapy.
Gender inequality in STEM publishing due to female dropout rates, says study
New research has revealed that despite a rising number of women in STEM publishing papers, there is a large gender difference due to females leaving academia.
