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Genes linked to Alzheimer’s risk have been identified
Two genes that influence risk Alzheimer's disease could provide scientists with new targets for delaying the onset of the condition's symptoms.
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Process for rejuvenating aged rat brain stem cells discovered
A research team has developed a method for regenerating old brain stem cells from rat models, which could be used to treat age-related brain diseases.
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Single enzyme provides target for new sepsis drugs
Researchers have discovered that removing the enzyme, PHLPP1, improves outcomes in a mouse model of sepsis so could be a potential drug target.
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Study identifies virulence factors of Leishmania
Researchers have discovered the mechanism behind the spread of Leishmania, indicating a potential drug target.
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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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Direct toxic action of beta-amyloid in Alzheimer’s patients identified
The cause and trigger of the large clumps of protein beta-amyloid found in the brains of early-stage Alzheimer's patients have been discovered.
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Therapeutic target for Kennedy’s disease and prostate cancer proposed
A chaperone protein has been identified as a possible therapeutic target for the treatment of Kennedy's disease and prostate cancer.
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Potential treatment target identified for Crohn’s disease
Researchers have identified a pathway in the immune system activated in Crohn's disease which could lead to investigating new treatments.
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Interferon pathway could provide drug target for cancers
A study has found that signals from interferons can be blocked, allowing the immune system to attack tumours which provides a potential target.
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CRISPR-Cas used to edit cystic fibrosis gene mutations
A research team have used genome editing to correct two of the mutations that cause cystic fibrosis.
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Novel nano-vaccine for melanoma developed
A novel nano-vaccine has been developed which has proven effective in treating primary tumours and metastases that result from melanoma.
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New drug could be used for targeted cancer therapies
A new drug called IP1867B, which could be used for future treatments of brain tumours, is being examined.
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Researchers grow genetically engineered mini livers to study disease
The first genetically modified mini human livers have been grown in a laboratory, to emulate liver disease progression and test therapeutics.
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Human stem cell combination could help damaged hearts live longer
A combination of heart cells derived from human stem cells could lead to developing a treatment for heart failure.
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New model predicts cognitive decline two years ahead
Researchers hope the system can choose the right patients to enroll in clinical trials, to speed discovery of drug treatments.
