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Scientists identify protein that prevents HSV-1 brain damage
Mammalian target of rapamycin complex 2 (mTORC2) was found to prevent brain damage in mice infected with herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1).
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Novel antiplatelet drug is effective at treating heart attacks in mice, say researchers
The novel nanoparticle delivered Mp6 peptide was able to inhibit thrombosis and reduce inflammation without increasing the risk of bleeding in mice after heart attacks.
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Cancer immunotherapies may be improved with early immune response
A new mechanism has been reported for detecting foreign material during early immune responses which may help detect elusive cancers.
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Tracking changes in circulating tumour cells shows promise for cancer screening
Researchers in the United States have developed improved methods for capturing circulating tumour cells (CTCs) on clinical samples, with a view to assessing treatment for cancer patients and screening for the disease.
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BX795 molecule clears HSV-1 infection in human corneal cells
Researchers at the have identified a small drug molecule that can clear the herpes simplex virus-1 infection, making it a promising potential option for patients who have developed resistance...
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Asthma biomarkers identified from lung bacteria
New research suggests that the lung microbiome plays a significant role in asthma severity and response to treatment...
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A new approach to Organ-on-a-Chip
Draper's Joe Charest explains how synthetic organoids can lead to safer drug testing, and why organ-on-a-chip technology is the future of drug discovery...
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Nanoparticles hold promise in the fight against genital herpes
28 April 2016 | By Victoria White, Digital Content Producer
Researchers have shown that zinc-oxide nanoparticles can prevent genital herpes virus from entering cells, and help natural immunity to develop...
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Researchers design first artificial ribosome
30 July 2015 | By Victoria White
Researchers have engineered a tethered ribosome that may enable the production of new drugs and next-generation biomaterials...
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Researchers uncover epigenetic switches that turn stem cells into endothelial cells
26 June 2015 | By Victoria White
UIC Researchers have identified a molecular mechanism that directs embryonic stem cells to mature into endothelial cells...
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Powerful MRI scanner reveals brain cell density remains constant throughout life
15 June 2015 | By Victoria White
A powerful 9.4-Tesla MRI that provides the most detailed images of the brain to date shows that brain cell density remains constant with age...
