Newly identified compound reduces potency of Shiga toxin
Scientists have identified a molecule that can bind to a lethal subtype of the bacterial Shiga toxin, suppressing its deadly effects.
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A new study has highlighted how an antibody strengthens bonds between cells
The monoclonal antibody 19A11 binds E-cadherin, a protein that helps cells stick together, especially in epithelial layers that line the skin, the gut and other organs.
Scientists uncover new therapeutic target for treating colorectal tumours
New study has demonstrated that mice deficient in dendritic cell immunoreceptor are resilient against colitis and colonic tumour growth.
Llama nanobodies could prevent a deadly post-transplantation infection
A new study has shown that nanobodies derived from llamas could have the potential to destroy human cytomegalovirus.
Gene therapy approach shows promise in treating ALS
In rodent models of ALS, the introduced neuroprotective protein slowed disease progression and increased life span.
Using optogenetics to restore cell function
In a new study, researchers have found that light can be used to naturally balance a cell’s mitochondria.
An EGFRvIII-targeted immune-based therapy could potentially treat glioblastoma
A T-cell bispecific antibody shows potent anti-tumour activity in preclinical models of epidermal growth factor receptor variant III (EGFRvIII) mutant glioblastoma.
New study provides insight for how congenital heart defects manifest
The researchers have found that the cells lining the heart direct the cardiac muscle to grow until the heart reaches its full size.
Scientists create a nanobody that could treat Parkinson’s disease
Researchers have developed a nanobody that can penetrate the tough exterior of brain cells and untangle misshapen proteins that lead to Parkinson’s disease.
Progress towards a stem cell-based therapy for blindness
Scientists are developing an effective stem cell-based therapy to regenerate photoreceptors cells and restore sight in people with blindness.
Study reveals how molecular motor proteins are involved in malaria transmission
Scientists have made a breakthrough in how malaria parasites divide and transmit the disease, a major step forward in preventing one of the biggest killer infections in the world.
Scientists develop effective intranasal mumps-based COVID-19 vaccine candidate
The researchers used a modified live attenuated mumps virus for delivery, showing that a more stable coronavirus spike protein stimulates a stronger immune response, and suggesting a dose up the nose has an advantage over a shot.
Study reveals potential therapeutic targets for pancreatic cancer
Researchers analysed the expression of long non-coding RNAs in samples from patients and tumour cell lines, identifying a group of genes with augmented expression in pancreatic cancer.
Promising developments in quest to design pan-coronavirus vaccine
Researchers have shown that a specific area of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein is a promising target for a pan-coronavirus vaccine that could offer some protection against new virus variants, common colds, and help prepare for future pandemics.
Researchers halt the growth of multiple myeloma in mice
Scientists from Stanford University have been able to halt the growth of multiple myeloma and diffuse large B cell lymphoma in mice with custom molecule sBCMA-Fc V3.
