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Three molecules show promise as epilepsy treatments in pre-clinical trials
Researchers have synthesised three oligonucleotide inhibitor molecules which stopped seizures in mouse models, making them potential epilepsy drugs.
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Over 718 drugs in pipeline as potential COVID-19 treatments, says report
New research has found that of the 718 pipeline drugs associated with COVID-19, 70 percent are currently in the discovery or pre-clinical stages.
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PL8177 shows success as COVID-19 therapy in pre-clinical trials
The drug candidate PL8177 reduced inflammation, protected lung tissue and reduced lung fibrosis in pre-clinical models with symptoms of COVID-19.
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CD47 blockade could work as immunotherapy across multiple diseases
Researchers have demonstrated that blocking CD47-mediated signalling in mice can enhance the speed of pathogen clearance, presenting a new potential form of immunotherapy.
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Silicon-based agent could prevent progression of kidney disease and Parkinson’s
Japanese researchers have shown that a silicon-based antioxidant agent can suppress the development of kidney failure and Parkinson's disease in rodent models.
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Two small molecules revealed to combat mouse tumour growth in multiple cancers
Small molecules named CS1 (bisantrene) and CS2 (brequinar) have been developed by researchers to suppress the growth of tumours and have shown promise in mouse models.
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Naphthalene-based PLpro inhibitors show potential as COVID-19 therapeutics
A group of small molecules called naphthalene-based PLpro inhibitors have been shown to block the activity of a SARS-CoV-2 protein, demonstrating potential as COVID-19 therapeutics.
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Compound from clams combats many common infections from parasites, finds study
A compound called tartrolon E, a byproduct of bacteria from shipworms, has been identified as researchers with the potential to fight and kill several parasites, including Cryptosporidium.
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Rod-shaped microparticles could improve immune system response to COVID-19
Researchers have suggested that neutrophils, which contribute to the development of ARDS in COVID-19 patients, could be diverted from the lungs by rod-shaped particles in a new form of treatment.
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Cancer drug could be used to treat Rett syndrome, finds study
Researchers have found that a compound named JQ1, an experimental cancer drug, extends the life of mice with Rett syndrome.
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Technique to synthesise anticancer compound FE399 developed
A team has successfully created a new method to artificially produce FE399, a compound known to induce apoptosis in cancer cells.
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Cell-based Surface Plasmon Resonance with AstraZeneca
4 June 2020 | By Biosensing Instrument
In this webinar, we will provide an overview of the technology with some application examples and also see a case study how AstraZeneca is exploring SPRM for studies on G-protein-coupled receptors (GPCR) in close collaboration with Biosensing Instrument.
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Empty phage viruses as a method to combat influenza
A group of German researchers has proposed an empty phage capsid with ligands on its surface as a novel technique to treat influenza.
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Researchers observe how SARS-CoV-2 changes human cells after infection, revealing drug targets
Using mass spectrometry, researchers have shown how human cells are changed by infection from SARS-CoV-2, allowing the team to identify drug targets to prevent viral reproduction.
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Molecules derived from ticks could be used as late-stage COVID-19 treatment
Researchers have found that molecules from ticks called Evasins have the potential to halt cytokine storms, the leading cause of COVID-19 fatalities.
