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Boosting immune cells could provide TB treatment
A new study has identified a class of immune cells that respond to tuberculosis, indicating a drug target for the condition.
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Drug Targets
A drug target is anything within a living organism to which a drug is directed and/or binds, resulting in a change in its behaviour or function.
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Potential drug target for Alzheimer’s identified
New research has identified an enzyme which causes degradation of dendritic spines, pointing to a drug target for Alzheimer’s.
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New humanised mouse model developed
Researchers have announced a humanised mouse model which can be used in drug development processes.
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Research shows pancreatitis biomarker linked to pancreatic cancer
A study has discovered that a biomarker associated with pancreatitis is involved in its development to pancreatic cancer.
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Neurodegeneration enzyme identified in mouse models
A new study has found an enzyme in the brains of mice models which induces Parkinson’s, suggesting future drug target.
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Gene discovery could make cancer therapies more effective
A recent study has identified the DBC1 gene which leaves cancer cells more exposed to therapies.
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Research identifies cells which contribute to inflammatory diseases
A new study has shown that there are two populations of cells in the gut which leads to drug development potential.
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New model found to improve drug development in pre-clinical trials
Researchers have successfully created a multi-organ in vitro model to test toxicity and efficacy of drugs.
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Study identifies two enzymes which protect tumour cells
Researchers have found an enzyme and its counterpart which inhibit T-cells from attacking tumour cells.
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Longest successful gene expression raises hopes for gene editing therapies
A study has reported that genes delivered to rhesus monkeys are still being expressed four years later.
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Lyme arthritis molecule found, providing treatment opportunity
A new study has identified a key molecule involved in Lyme arthritis which presents options for preventative therapies.
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Experimental treatment for sickle cell disease success
Researchers announce positive pre-clinical results for two sickle cell disease treatment strategies.
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Potential new therapeutic target for Alzheimer’s discovered
New study finds a promising antagonist that blocks specific interaction between the protein apoE and amyloid precursor protein.
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Biomarkers for potential cancer immunotherapy identified
Researchers have found two biomarkers which play a significant role in the invasion of tumours by T-cells.
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Norovirus structure imaged, providing potential for vaccine development
Researchers have been able to image noroviruses, providing significant information for the development of therapeutics.
