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Copper ions could be key to blocking cancer metastasis
Researchers have identified that copper ions and their protein transporters, such as Atox1, are key to cancer cell movement and could be targeted by therapies.
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Förster resonance energy transfer development enables imaging of single molecules
Using fluorescent markers, researchers have developed Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET) to image the assembly, functions and interactions of molecules.
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Master controller regions could be targeted for novel Parkinson’s therapies
Scientists have identified two master controller regions that are essential for alpha-synuclein aggregation and could be targeted by future therapies.
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Researchers develop imaging technique to study 3D-printed brain tumours
A new method has been created by researchers to 3D bioprint tumours and image glioblastomas for the study of therapeutics.
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Enhancing the speed of atomic force microscopy for biological samples
Researchers have applied for a patent for their innovative cantilever and vibrating plate technique which they say could increase the speed of atomic force microscopy on fragile samples.
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3D forces exerted by tiny cell clusters revealed through new technique
A new imaging technique, which has revealed 3D forces exerted by tiny cell clusters, could help scientists understand how tissue forms, how wounds heal or how tumours spread.
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Stainless imaging developed by adding infrared to standard microscopes
A new method to image cancerous tissues has been created by researchers who have paired infrared measurements with high-resolution optical images.
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Study reveals how immune system handles fungal and viral infections
Researchers have studied how the human body responds to viral infection when already infected by fungi, offering insights into the immune system.
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Researchers map vital atomic-scale protein on COVID-19
Using cryogenic electron microscopy, a team has mapped the Spike protein on COVID-19, which could be used in the development of vaccines.
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Diabetes-related proteins examined for the first time at high resolution
A key receptor has been examined for the first time at high resolution which could lead to better treatments for conditions such as type 2 diabetes.
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New virus surface characterisation technique developed
Researchers have demonstrated the success of a new single-particle method of studying the surface of viruses, which could improve vaccine purification and the development of gene therapies.
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Researchers image C. diff toxins to aid in drug design
A new study has used several imaging techniques to characterise C. diff toxins, which could help to design drugs to combat infections from the bacteria.
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Structure of key pneumonia virus enzyme uncovered
Scientists have used cryo-electron microscopy to clarify the structure of one of the key components of RSV and HMPV, which could lead to new therapies for the viruses.
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Faster 3D imaging possible with novel microscopy approach
A novel imaging approach has been developed which could lead to new discoveries in biology and medicine.
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Protein receptor linked to cell death imaged for the first time
Researchers have imaged an inflammation-related protein receptor on cell membranes which could inform future drug designs to prevent cell death.
