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Gene discovery indicates motor neurone diseases caused by abnormal lipid processing in cells
A new genetic discovery adds weight to a theory that motor neurone diseases are caused by abnormal lipid processing pathways inside brain cells.
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Researchers identify pathway that regulates lipid synthesis and contributes to tumour survival
In their latest study, researchers at Moffitt Cancer Center have shown that cancer cells in an acidic environment undergo lipid synthesis and accumulation.
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University at Buffalo to develop drugs that stop ovarian cancer from feeding on fat
The University at Buffalo has received a $2.3 million grant from the US National Cancer Institute to identify metabolic vulnerabilities of ovarian cancer and to develop potential treatments for the disease.
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Reducing sclerosis inflammation in mice
Researchers have been able to reduce the chronic inflammation associated with multiple sclerosis in a mice model of the disease, by administering one of the resolving lipid mediators of inflammation, Maresin-1.
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New study highlights the possibility to target gene editing in the lungs
Researchers have been able to significantly reduce tumours in a pre-clinical model of a rare genetic lung disease.
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Antibacterial molecules show promise against antibiotic-resistant bacteria
The new group of molecules can be chemically altered, showing potential for the development of effective antibiotics with few side effects.
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Altered fat metabolism shown to play a key role in ALS
Scientists reveal that higher levels of inflammatory chemicals involved in fat metabolism occur in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
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MIT study reveals how lipid imbalance affects cancer growth in mice
In a new study, a calorie-restricted diet significantly reduced tumour growth in mouse models, suggesting new possibilities for cancer therapies.
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Eczema may stem from poorly regulated sex hormones, study finds
A breaking discovery has revealed the gene HSD3B1 that regulates the production of sex hormones is linked to atopic dermatitis (AD).
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S1P may be a potential target for cerebral blood alterations
Sphingosine-1 phosphate was found to regulate blood glow in cerebral blood vessels in mice, presenting a potential therapeutic target.
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Quantifying method developed to improve neurodegeneration studies
Researchers have created a new method to quantify protein droplets involved in neurodegenerative diseases, enhancing the study of treatments.
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CureVac and GSK COVID-19 vaccine shows promise in pre-clinical study
CureVac and GSK's second-generation mRNA COVID-19 vaccine candidate, CV2CoV, demonstrated improved immune response in a pre-clinical study.
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Greasy hair proves to be an unexpected possibility for obesity treatment
Researchers have revealed that the immune system of obese mice treated with TSLP released lipids through sebaceous glands.
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Very long-chain fatty acids found to block SARS-CoV-2 infection
Researchers have shown that omega-3 very long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids can block SARS-CoV-2 and protect lung cells.
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Lipid droplets may prevent kidney damage from high-fat diets
Researchers have shown in fruit flies that lipid droplets could prevent the kidney damage that leads to chronic kidney disease.
