Stephen Hahn nominated to be new FDA commissioner
President Trump has announced his intent to nominate Stephen Hahn as Commissioner of Food and Drugs at the Department of Health and Human Services.
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MaveDB: database to aid research into genetic causes of disease
Researchers in Australia and the US have launched the first open-source database detailing genetic variants that impact human health and disease.
Mitocans partner up to provide powerful leukaemia treatment
A pioneering team of scientists from Rice University has discovered that a particular combination of chemotherapeutics, including mitocans that target mitochondria, form a powerful treatment for acute myeloid leukaemia patients.
Key mechanism behind insulin release discovered by researchers
Researchers have identified a specific receptor that is critical for the release of insulin and provides a target for diabetes and obesity.
RhoA protein function identified in nerve cell development
A recent study has revealed new findings about nerve cell development that could help to facilitate future treatment options for spinal cord injuries.
Researchers identify novel signalling systems in cells
A study has revealed five new signalling processes in GPCR receptors on cells that have high therapeutic potential.
Study aims to boost antitumoral activity of compound in Amazon plant
Scientists seek to design therapeutically more potent chemicals from alkaloids produced by the plant, Uncaria guianensis, which could aid in combatting tumours.
Parkinson’s inhibitor enzyme presents natural therapeutic opportunity
Researchers have discovered an enzyme that blocks a genetic pathway that causes Parkinson’s, which could be used as a treatment in the future.
Kinase identified as potential target for heart failure treatment
A new study has shown that restoring the amount of the kinase, HIPK2, in a kinase-depleted mouse model rescued it from heart failure and identifies HIPK2 as a novel regulator of heart failure progression.
New AI software shows the nature of RNA-protein interactions
New software has been developed that can reveal the detailed RNA-binding properties of proteins, which is important for characterising the pathology of many diseases.
Immune response against skin-living virus could prevent skin cancer
It has been discovered that papillomaviruses induce immunity that protects patients, which could lead to a novel method for preventing skin cancer using a vaccine based on T cells.
Histones revealed by study as critical for cell identity
Researchers have shown that histones are vital in silencing genes and that their position is inherited in new cells, providing insight into how cancer cells can become resistant to therapy.
Gene therapy for epilepsy shows promise in animal models
An AAV-delivered gene therapy has demonstrated success in animal models of temporal lobe epilepsy, so could be a therapeutic option for human patients.
Specific gene implicated in cardiovascular calcification
Researchers have found a gene that is crucial for the calcification of cardiovascular vessels in mice, which could be a target for heart attacks and stroke.
Potential new target identified for the treatment of gout
A new therapeutic target for gout has been identified which could lead to new treatment strategies that could improve the quality of life for patients who suffer from the condition.
