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Scientists use stem cells to generate rudimentary kidney organoids
Researchers have developed kidney organoids that resemble the collecting duct system, using ureteric bud progenitor cells.
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GRP78 molecular chaperone revealed as drug target for COVID-19
Using computer modelling, a team has shown that a molecular chaperone called GRP78 could be targeted by drugs in strategies to treat COVID-19.
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Study reveals how circulating tumour cells target organs
Regulator genes and proteins have been identified on circulating tumour cells in mice which allow them to target other organs in the body.
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Freeze-dried vaccine may help eradicate polio
Researchers have developed a polio vaccine that doesn't require refrigeration, meaning it could someday be used all over the world...
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Blood stem cells balance the immune system by teamwork
The human body’s blood stem cells produce approximately 10 billion new white blood cells – termed immune cells – every day. Scientists in the U.S. have now discovered that some blood stem cells pick up the slack should any others fail to achieve these levels.
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Scientists advocate less toxic treatment for rare leukaemia (MPAL)
Researchers in the US have undertaken meta-analysis studies to ascertain the optimum approach for doctors treating rare mixed phenotype acute leukaemia (MPAL). They found that a less-toxic regimen gives better results.
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Small molecule could make a big difference for arthritis patients
Scientists have discovered a molecule that enhances cartilage regeneration and decreases inflammation.
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Researchers develop a remote-controlled cancer immunotherapy system
Researchers have developed an ultrasound-based system that can non-invasively and remotely control genetic processes in live immune T cells so that they recognise and kill cancer cells.
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Researchers identify a new way to treat HIV
Researchers have identified a novel variant "Delta 20" that suppresses the most damaging HIV strains...
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Colorectal metastases biomarker predicts patient survival
Liver metastases are formed from cancer cells that have originated in other organs and migrated to the liver via the bloodstream.
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Epigenetics provides new insights into the pathogenesis of lymphoma
5 October 2016 | By Niamh Louise Marriott, Digital Content Producer
Epigenetics looks at special regulation mechanisms, such as DNA methylation and histone modifications, which determine the gene expression pattern...
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GFE3 protein has the potential to modify brain function and memory
7 June 2016 | By Victoria White, Digital Content Producer
The GFE3 protein may help researchers map the brain's connections and better understand how inhibitory synapses modulate brain function...
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USC Stem Cell researchers identify genes that affect blood stem cell development
13 July 2015 | By Victoria White
The USC Stem Cell labs of Hooman Allayee and Gregor Adams have uncovered genes that affect blood stem cell development and maintenance...
