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Algorithm helps find best drug targets for all COVID-19 variants
A new computer algorithm has identified highly conserved sequences in viral proteins that could make the best drug targets for COVID-19.
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Novel group of small molecules show promise against SARS-CoV-2
Researchers in Germany have identified 69 small molecules as binding partners for genomic RNA of SARS-CoV-2, possibly leading to new drugs.
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Treg cells could be answer to multiple sclerosis treatments, say scientists
New research has shown that the protein Piezo 1 prevented Treg cells from controlling the effects of inflammation in a multiple sclerosis mouse model.
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New spray shown to help heal heart attack damage in rats
A team have developed a minimally invasive exosome spray that helped repair rat hearts after myocardial infarction.
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Metal-based molecule could inhibit build-up of Alzheimer’s peptides
UK researchers have created a metal-based molecule that inhibits the build-up of Alzheimer’s-associated peptide, amyloid-β, in lab tests.
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Therapeutic target discovery could improve breast cancer treatments
Research by a team in Canada reveals a promising therapeutic target to counter HER2-positive breast cancer.
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“Woman-controlled, on-demand” contraceptive product developed in US
US researchers have developed an antisperm monoclonal antibody that could become a safe and effective birth control method.
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Defective proteins found to be potential targets for Alzheimer’s treatments
US researchers have identified potential new treatment targets for Alzheimer’s disease, as well as existing drugs that could be used against these targets.
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Artificial intelligence method generates synthetic active ingredients
A team in Switzerland have demonstrated how artificial intelligence could be used in the search for new pharmaceutical agents.
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‘Zombie cells’ may hold answer to spinal cord injury recovery
Portuguese researchers propose targeting senescent cells in zebrafish and mammals could lead to developments in human spinal cord injury repair.
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Novel gene therapy for heart failure moves closer to clinic
New research by US institutions in pigs shows that knocking down a particular signalling pathway after heart failure renews heart tissue.
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Nanosized molecules inhibit formation of plaques related to Alzheimer’s
In brain tissues, researchers have shown that two different nanosized polyoxoniobate molecules can inhibit the assembly of amyloid plaques.
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Exome sequencing reveals genetic drug target for OCD
Following a whole exome sequencing study, researchers have found that mutations in the SLITRK5 gene could be targeted by drugs to treat OCD.
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Synthetic antibody treats congenital myasthenia in mice
Researchers have designed an antibody that attaches to MuSK, which prevented early lethality of mice with congenital myasthenia.
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Structural changes in SARS-CoV-2 Alpha and Beta variants revealed
A study has uncovered previously unknown properties of the Spike protein from the SARS-CoV-2 Alpha and Beta variants.
