New model found to improve drug development in pre-clinical trials
Researchers have successfully created a multi-organ in vitro model to test toxicity and efficacy of drugs.
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Study identifies two enzymes which protect tumour cells
Researchers have found an enzyme and its counterpart which inhibit T-cells from attacking tumour cells.
Longest successful gene expression raises hopes for gene editing therapies
A study has reported that genes delivered to rhesus monkeys are still being expressed four years later.
Lyme arthritis molecule found, providing treatment opportunity
A new study has identified a key molecule involved in Lyme arthritis which presents options for preventative therapies.
Experimental treatment for sickle cell disease success
Researchers announce positive pre-clinical results for two sickle cell disease treatment strategies.
Protective antibodies identified that could be key to malaria vaccine
A new study has identified antibodies that may hold the key to creating the first effective vaccine against malaria infection in the blood.
Antibody treatment allows mismatched stem cell transplant in mice
New study finds a combination of antibodies that can prepare mice to accept stem cells from an immunologically mismatched donor.
Potential new therapeutic target for Alzheimer’s discovered
New study finds a promising antagonist that blocks specific interaction between the protein apoE and amyloid precursor protein.
Biomarkers for potential cancer immunotherapy identified
Researchers have found two biomarkers which play a significant role in the invasion of tumours by T-cells.
Global in vitro toxicology market to grow 8.2 percent
A study has predicted that the global in vitro toxicology market will rise by 8.2 percent in its forecast period.
Norovirus structure imaged, providing potential for vaccine development
Researchers have been able to image noroviruses, providing significant information for the development of therapeutics.
First blood-brain barrier chip using stem cells developed
Researchers have, for the first time, duplicated a patient's blood-brain barrier (BBB), creating a human BBB chip with stem cells.
Alzheimer’s protein found, suggesting new drug target
Researchers have found a new drug target for Alzheimer’s disease after identifying a facilitating protein.
Study reveals vulnerability of common pathogenic viruses
Researchers have developed a stabilisation technique for widespread viruses, creating drug opportunity.
New technology provides process for precise gene editing
Researchers have presented their new technology for accurately inserting genes into the genome without cutting DNA.
