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Discovery of antibodies that may eliminate the need for COVID vaccines

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11 Sep 2022

All SARS-CoV-2 variants neutralized by a potent new antibody

Researchers describe a mouse model used to generate a VH1-2 heavy chain (HC)- and Vκ1-33 light chain (LC)-based recombinant antibody that broadly neutralized all severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) variants, including the newly emergent Omicron sub-variant BA.5.

9 Sep 2022

Stem cell-derived liver cell model could be a valuable tool for future studies on Ebola virus

Ebola virus causes serious infections in humans and in fatal cases, damage and dysfunction of the liver is often present, suggesting that the liver plays a decisive role in disease outcome.

8 Sep 2022

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the male genitourinary system?

In a recent paper published in the American Journal of Clinical and Experimental Urology, researchers reviewed existing data on the effects of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on the male genitourinary (GU) tract.

7 Sep 2022

How does SARS-CoV-2 infection impact fertility in men?

In a recent review published in the journal Endocrines, researchers summarized existing literature findings on the impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on the male reproductive system and fertility.

7 Sep 2022

Researchers identify novel neutralizing monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in vaccinated individuals after wildtype infection

Researchers identified monoclonal antibodies that neutralize SARS-CoV-2 variants.

7 Sep 2022

New kind of synapse discovered in neurons’ tiny hairs

Scientists at HHMI's Janelia Research Campus have discovered a new kind of synapse in the tiny hairs on the surface of neurons.

1 Sep 2022

Study finds strong evidence for the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to infect human sperm in vitro

Researchers explored the molecular and cellular mechanisms of SARS-CoV-2 infection.

30 Aug 2022

Evolution can favor flexible proteins, research suggests

When you think of proteins – the enzymes, signaling molecules, and structural components in every living thing – you might think of single strands of amino acids, organized like beads on a string.

26 Aug 2022

Cornell research offers insights into CRISPR RNA-guided Caspase system

New research from Cornell offers insights into a line of CRISPR systems, which could lead to promising antiviral and tissue engineering tools in animal and plants.

25 Aug 2022

Surprising culprit contributes significantly to the brain destruction after stroke or TBI

In the aftermath of a stroke or TBI, a group of amino acids that typically support brain function contribute significantly to the brain destruction that can follow both these injuries, scientists report.

23 Aug 2022

DNA origami as an alternative platform to display the RBD of SARS-CoV-2

Researchers demonstrated DNA origami as a potential platform to display the SARS-CoV-2 receptor-binding domain.

23 Aug 2022

What risk factors are associated with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2?

Researchers explored the risk factors correlated with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2.

23 Aug 2022

A practical guide for monkeypox diagnosis, prevention and treatment

Researchers provide an overview of the monkeypox infection in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic.

22 Aug 2022

Research reveals cetylpyridinium chloride in mouthwash shows anti-SARS-CoV-2 effects

A recent study has demonstrated the antiviral effectiveness of cetylpyridinium chloride against SARS-CoV-2 infection.

22 Aug 2022

How natural alterations inside the SARS-CoV-2 glycan barrier affect spike protein dynamics

Researchers explored how the natural alterations inside the SARS-CoV-2 glycan barrier affect the spike protein dynamics.

22 Aug 2022

Researchers visualize antigen-bound T-cell receptor at atomic resolution

T cells are our immune system’s customized tools for fighting infectious diseases and tumor cells. On their surface, these special white blood cells carry a receptor that recognizes antigens.

18 Aug 2022

Scientists elucidate the structure of Type IV secretion system involved in antibiotic resistance

With antibiotic-resistant bacteria on the rise, scientists have been searching for ways to shut down the Type IV secretion system (T4SS), a protein complex on the outer envelope of bacterial cells that helps them to exchange DNA with neighboring bacteria and resist antibiotics.

17 Aug 2022

UT Southwestern's cryo-EM images shed light on the mechanisms behind Wnt signaling activation

Using UT Southwestern's Cryo-Electron Microscopy Facility, researchers have captured images of an enzyme for Wnt lipidation, which is pivotal to human development and cancer and crucial for Wnt signaling activation.

16 Aug 2022

Mechanism of vaccinia virus assembly in infected-cells

In a new study, researchers explored the driving factors of the vaccinia virus assembly across infected cells.

16 Aug 2022

Electron Microscopy News and Research

Discovery of antibodies that may eliminate the need for COVID vaccines

All SARS-CoV-2 variants neutralized by a potent new antibody

Stem cell-derived liver cell model could be a valuable tool for future studies on Ebola virus

How does SARS-CoV-2 affect the male genitourinary system?

How does SARS-CoV-2 infection impact fertility in men?

Researchers identify novel neutralizing monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in vaccinated individuals after wildtype infection

New kind of synapse discovered in neurons’ tiny hairs

Study finds strong evidence for the ability of SARS-CoV-2 to infect human sperm in vitro

Evolution can favor flexible proteins, research suggests

Cornell research offers insights into CRISPR RNA-guided Caspase system

Surprising culprit contributes significantly to the brain destruction after stroke or TBI

DNA origami as an alternative platform to display the RBD of SARS-CoV-2

What risk factors are associated with post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2?

A practical guide for monkeypox diagnosis, prevention and treatment

Research reveals cetylpyridinium chloride in mouthwash shows anti-SARS-CoV-2 effects

How natural alterations inside the SARS-CoV-2 glycan barrier affect spike protein dynamics

Researchers visualize antigen-bound T-cell receptor at atomic resolution

Scientists elucidate the structure of Type IV secretion system involved in antibiotic resistance

UT Southwestern's cryo-EM images shed light on the mechanisms behind Wnt signaling activation

Mechanism of vaccinia virus assembly in infected-cells

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