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Scientists identify promising new target to combat Alzheimer’s disease
New research is the first to link maladaptive changes in calcium transport by mitochondria to the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
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Breast cancer ‘sleeper cells’ could be formed after drug treatment
Breast cancer medicines may force some cancer cells into 'sleeper mode', allowing them to potentially come back to life after treatment.
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Novel bacteria gene activation method developed
Researchers have created a new technique for activating genes using bacteria which could have therapeutic uses.
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Revealed autophagy mechanism is potential dementia target
A study has discovered the regulating process behind cell autophagy which could aid in the development of neurodegenerative disease treatments.
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Link between immune cells and Alzheimer’s discovered
Researchers have found that the presence of microglia brain cells allowed plaques to form in the brains of rodents, leading to Alzheimer’s disease.
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Optofluidic chip platform developed for single molecule analysis
A new platform has enabled an unprecedented level of control over individual molecules and particles on a chip for high-throughput analysis.
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Molecule identified as key in pancreatic cancer metastasis
New findings show that the environment for pancreatic cancers plays a role in its metastasis, revealing a new potential drug target.
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Cancer cell nutrient pathway mechanism discovered
Researchers have discovered the mechanism behind a gateway into cells for glutamine, illuminating potential ways to prevent cancer cells from getting nutrients.
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Researchers discover new neuroblastoma drug target
A study has discovered that reducing expression of a key gene in neuroblastoma tumourigenesis is an important drug target for the condition.
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Method for inhibiting tumour growth enzyme discovered
A new study has found a novel way to target an enzyme involved in cancer growth, which could inform therapeutics for the condition.
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Chemical synthesis and biological screening combined on chip
Researchers have developed a chip which facilitates and accelerates active substance production, characterisation and biological effectiveness.
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Role of protein in spread of cytomegalovirus discovered
A study has revealed the role of a protein which enables human cytomegalovirus to spread, the number one cause of congenital birth defects in the world.
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New discovery shows ability of Schwann cells to generate myelin
Research from Oregon Health & Science University could lead to new therapies to heal nervous system disorders.
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Synthetic molecules could provide new antibiotics
Using a novel technique, researchers have created new molecules effective at killing bacteria, providing new antibiotic drug targets.
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Potential cure for HIV revealed through combined therapies
A new study has used combined therapies to eliminate HIV from mice models, providing potential future cures.