Research helps to show how neural stem cells are activated
A new study shows promise for future neural stem cell therapies in replacing cells lost through disease or injury.
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MS treatment potential after condition-causing genes identified
Researchers have found 12 genes which cause MS, creating potential for preventative treatment of the condition.
Immune cells could be key to tuberculosis treatment, study finds
Researchers have found that certain immune cells aid in fighting tuberculosis bacteria, providing a new drug target.
Improved human brain organoids to aid neurological disease research
Researchers have grown identical brain organoids for the first time, opening avenues for neurological research.
Ten big pharma companies collaborate on data sharing AI
A new AI project marks the first time 10 pharmaceutical companies have agreed to share data to aid drug discovery.
EU conditional marketing authorisation announced for ZYNTEGLO
ZYNTEGLO™ is the first gene therapy approved for transfusion-dependent β-thalassemia (TDT).
Study reveals potential for malaria prevention vaccine
Researchers have identified a novel drug target for the prevention of malaria.
Molecule which targets Parkinson’s protein identified
A new study has identified a molecule which targets a protein linked with Parkinson’s.
‘CRISPR babies’ may have shorter life expectancy
A study of almost half a million people links a mutation that protects against HIV infection to an earlier death.
Decision issued on US stem cell clinics accused of violating the law
The court held that the defendants adulterated and misbranded a stem cell drug product made from a patient’s adipose tissue.
Study shows that immune cells determine growth of certain tumours
A new study shows that the growth rate of a tumour does not depend solely on how quickly the cancer cells can divide.
Regenerative medicine research boosted by stem cell discovery
A novel way to create Expanded Potential Stem Cells has generated opportunities to research regenerative medicine.
New study brings universal flu vaccine a step closer
An international team of researchers has proven that targeting a specific area of the flu virus protects humans.
Gut microbiome identified as cause of IBD, study finds
A study has detailed the change in the gut microbiome, increasing the potential for new IBD therapies.
Female animals should be included in trials, new argument proposes
Using exclusively male animals in experiments biases results, argues Rebecca Shansky.
