Scientists create organoid to understand hearing loss
The ground-breaking study is an important step towards modelling cochlear function in a dish.
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Researchers develop organoid models to study non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
The team used these models to show drug responses and established a CRISPR-screening platform to identify potential therapeutic targets for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Weaponising SARS-CoV-2 spike protein against itself to prevent infection
By creating a drug that is based on part of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, US and Finnish researchers can block the virus from entering cells.
AI can help design drugs to treat opioid addiction
To help people with opioid addiction, US researchers are turning to AI to create and optimise potential new drugs.
Proteomics: dynamics of iron-sulphur cluster binding
Proteomic platform developed by US scientists affords a greater insight into the dynamics of iron-sulphur clusters delivery and binding.
The future for quality control of mRNA medications
Japanese researchers combine cutting edge mass spectrometry with software analysis to elucidate mRNA structure.
Usher syndrome: first nonhuman primate model
US researchers evaluate an experimental gene therapy in the first ever nonhuman primate model for Usher Syndrome.
Bacteria’s survival strategies against antibiotics
US researchers investigate how bacteria develop an antibiotic tolerance without mutations.
Therapeutic strategy using p53 induces cancer cell death
US researchers spotlight how p53, the most frequently mutated tumour suppressor gene, can be activated against cancer cells.
Unlocking the secrets of Strep A virulence
Australian researchers have uncovered why some forms of Streptococcus A (Strep A) are associated with severe invasive infection.
Researchers discover small molecules that bind to SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins
The resulting compounds, which can bind to spike proteins from the original coronavirus, could serve as a starting point for developing broad-spectrum treatments for COVID-19.
What do cancer cells crave?
US researchers uncover the amino acid: arginine, that prompts genetic mutations in cancer cells.
New immunotherapy approach holds promise for ovarian cancer
A new approach using CAR T-cell therapy is suggested by Swedish researchers as an effective treatment for ovarian cancer.
Uncovering the first FDA-approved drug for Ebola virus infection
US scientists have outlined the structure and function of the first FDA approved drug for the Ebola virus.
What is the link between serotonin and heart valve disease?
US researchers found that serotonin impacts the mitral valve in the heart which can lead to heart valve disease.
