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Rare variants in the YKT6 gene cause new neurological disorder, study finds

A recent collaborative study has discovered rare variants in the YKT6 gene as the cause of a new neurological disorder characterized by developmental delays along with severe progressive liver disease and a potential risk for liver cancer.

1 Apr 2024

Unlocking clotting mechanisms in caterpillar hemolymph for medical use

Blood is a remarkable material: it must remain fluid inside blood vessels, yet clot as quickly as possible outside them, to stop bleeding. The chemical cascade that makes this possible is well understood for vertebrate blood.

30 Mar 2024

New insights into gas vesicle clustering in bacteria open doors for biomedical applications

Gas vesicles are hollow structures made of protein found in the cells of certain microorganisms, and researchers at Rice University believe they can be programmed for use in biomedical applications.

29 Mar 2024

Study reveals protein structure similarities in Alzheimer's and Down syndrome

More than 90% of people with Down syndrome, the most common chromosomal disorder in humans and the most frequent genetic cause of intellectual disability, are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease by ages 55-60.

29 Mar 2024

Experts advocate three-pronged approach to identifying missing tuberculosis cases

In the journey towards a world free of Tuberculosis (TB), the crucial first step begins with identifying individuals affected by the disease.

25 Mar 2024

Researchers shed light on proteins controlling the development of ovaries in mice

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have shed light on the proteins controlling the development of ovaries in mice before and after birth.

22 Mar 2024

Semarion introduces SemaCyte Multiplexing Platform to enhance cell assay data quality and speed during drug discovery

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Nano-sized toxic metals found in cannabis vaping liquids even before the first use

Vapes have often been heralded as a "safer" way to consume either nicotine or cannabis, where legal to do so.

19 Mar 2024

Researchers discover link between FBXW7 mutations and EGFR signaling in colorectal cancer

The Organoid group at the Hubrecht Institute have identified a new link between FBXW7 mutations and EGFR signaling activity.

18 Mar 2024

New calibration technique enhances accuracy of force measurements in microfluidic environments

A study introduces a novel method for calibrating the spring constant of FluidFM micropipette cantilevers, crucial for the accurate measurement of forces in microfluidic environments.

15 Mar 2024

Protein Kdm1a plays a crucial role in preserving neuronal identity, study shows

Epigenetic processes allow different cell types to emerge from a single genome. Throughout development, cells differentiate and acquire distinct characteristics by expressing the same genome in different ways.

12 Mar 2024

Research uncovers mechanical explanation for instability in the lungs of ARDS patients

Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities may have discovered a mechanical explanation for instability observed in the lungs in cases of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), particularly in the aftermath of respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19 or pneumonia.

12 Mar 2024

LAG-3 protein structure may be the key to unlocking new cancer treatments

A molecular “snapshot” of a protein can be critical to understanding its function. Scientists at Stanford and NYU have published and investigated a new structure of the protein LAG-3 which could enable the development of new cancer treatments.

11 Mar 2024

Microplastics and nanoplastics could be harming your heart health

Whether micro- and nano-plastics (MNPs) are detectable in atherosclerotic plaques.

11 Mar 2024

Understanding long COVID: A call for better diagnosis and treatment

A recent review in Nature Reviews Microbiology summarizes the complex mechanisms, significant impacts, and the urgent need for enhanced diagnostics and treatments for long COVID, affecting over 65 million people globally with diverse, debilitating symptoms and systemic health issues.

7 Mar 2024

Microscopy News and Research

Rare variants in the YKT6 gene cause new neurological disorder, study finds

Unlocking clotting mechanisms in caterpillar hemolymph for medical use

New insights into gas vesicle clustering in bacteria open doors for biomedical applications

Study reveals protein structure similarities in Alzheimer's and Down syndrome

Experts advocate three-pronged approach to identifying missing tuberculosis cases

Researchers shed light on proteins controlling the development of ovaries in mice

Semarion introduces SemaCyte Multiplexing Platform to enhance cell assay data quality and speed during drug discovery

Nano-sized toxic metals found in cannabis vaping liquids even before the first use

Researchers discover link between FBXW7 mutations and EGFR signaling in colorectal cancer

New calibration technique enhances accuracy of force measurements in microfluidic environments

Protein Kdm1a plays a crucial role in preserving neuronal identity, study shows

Research uncovers mechanical explanation for instability in the lungs of ARDS patients

LAG-3 protein structure may be the key to unlocking new cancer treatments

Microplastics and nanoplastics could be harming your heart health

Understanding long COVID: A call for better diagnosis and treatment

Deciphering the role of GPCRs in obesity pathology for drug development

RAD51 protein identified as a key player in preventing DNA re-replication

Scientists take the first step toward early diagnosis of metastasis formation

New method revolutionizes in vivo brain imaging in awake mice

Newly identified antibodies target a hard-to-spot region of the influenza virus

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Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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