New study brings universal flu vaccine a step closer
An international team of researchers has proven that targeting a specific area of the flu virus protects humans.
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Gut microbiome identified as cause of IBD, study finds
A study has detailed the change in the gut microbiome, increasing the potential for new IBD therapies.
Female animals should be included in trials, new argument proposes
Using exclusively male animals in experiments biases results, argues Rebecca Shansky.
High-res 3D structure of proteins inside living eukaryotic cells determined
Nuclear magnetic resonance measurement and state-of-the-art computational science reveal protein structures in higher eukaryotic cells.
Study identifies novel lupus drug target
Structure of internal regulator molecule identified, presenting lupus drug potential.
US company put on notice for marketing unapproved stem cell products
Arizona company claims their products can treat Lyme disease, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and more, but have not been approved for any use.
Proteomics research advanced by use of AI
Researchers succeed in using machine learning to make the mass analysis of proteins faster and almost error-free.
Strep A vaccine target identified for global use
Researchers use high-throughput DNA sequencing technology to identify a potential vaccine target for Strep A.
Autoimmune disorders could be treated with new compounds
New research could lead to novel treatments for autoimmune disorders and sheds light on the causes of autoimmunity.
Protein discovery leads to new hyperparathyroidism drug target
A new signalling protein discovery could lead to drug-based therapies to treat hyperparathyroidism.
Molecule found to boost immune cells leads to new cancer therapy target
A study has identified a molecule which boosts immune cell function and could be used in cancer therapies.
Study reveals new opportunity for gastrointestinal drug design
A study has shown that the organisation of the gut is broken into functional compartments, improving opportunities for gastrointestinal disorder drugs and oral vaccines.
Key gene targeting could lead to treatment for Down syndrome
Researchers use stem cell-based disease models to pinpoint gene linked to impaired memory in Down syndrome.
New avenues open for the treatment of thrombosis
New study describes for the first time the structure of Ixolaris and its action on the inhibition of thrombus formation.
UK drug discovery market ‘thriving’ says new report
A new report reveals a thriving service and supply sector for the UK in addition to its research and development biotechs.
