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New discovery reveals dual binding in bitter taste receptors

"Tasting Upside-Down - An Unusual Sensing Mechanism was Found in Human Bitter Sensing" A new study revealed that some bitter molecules target their sensor through binding simultaneously at two distinct locations, one outside the cell, and the other inside it.

25 Nov 2024

Mursla Bio's EvoLiver surpasses current standards in liver cancer surveillance, data presented at AASLD Liver Meeting 2024

Mursla Bio, a leader in Extracellular Vesicle (EV) science on a mission to significantly improve cancer outcomes for at-risk patients through the power of dynamic biopsy technology, today announced results of its multi-center clinical study, MEV01, in collaboration with leading academic institutes including University College London, Imperial College London, University Hospital of Santa Maria and the Medical University of Graz.

From Mursla Bio 25 Nov 2024

Mursla Bio announces promising results for EvoLiver test in liver cancer detection

25 Nov 2024

Urinary pentosidine reveals muscle and performance health in young men

This study explores urinary pentosidine as a potential biomarker for muscle strength and physical performance in young men, revealing significant inverse correlations with key musculoskeletal parameters. Findings suggest its potential role in assessing glycation stress and guiding health interventions.

24 Nov 2024

Advanced diagnostic kit developed for detecting highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus

The Diagnostics Development Hub (DxD Hub), a national platform hosted by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore, in collaboration with the National Institute for Environmental Studies (NIES), Japan, and the A*STAR Bioinformatics Institute (A*STAR BII), has successfully developed Steadfast, an advanced diagnostic kit for detecting the highly pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza Virus (AIV).

22 Nov 2024

10x Genomics and Beckman Coulter Life Sciences Launch New Solution to Automate Single Cell Assay Workflows

10x Genomics and Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, announce the commercial availability of a new solution to automate single cell gene expression workflows.

From Beckman Coulter Life Sciences - Flow Cytometry 19 Nov 2024

Memories of obesity can linger in fat cells long after weight loss

Epigenetic changes from obesity persist after weight loss, altering fat cell function and increasing the risk of weight regain, impacting metabolic health.

19 Nov 2024

Neoantigen DNA vaccines improve survival and immunity in triple-negative breast cancer patients

A new phase 1 trial demonstrates the safety and effectiveness of personalized neoantigen DNA vaccines, showing promising immune responses and improved recurrence-free survival in high-risk triple-negative breast cancer patients.

17 Nov 2024

MEMPHIS system sheds light on vaccine response differences across ages

mRNA vaccines saved lives during the COVID-19 pandemic, but older people had less of an immune response to the vaccines than did younger adults. Why? Boston Children's researchers, led by Byron Brook, PhD, and Ofer Levy, MD, PhD, have found some answers, while providing proof-of-concept of a new system that can model vaccine responses in a dish.

15 Nov 2024

New biosensor technology could revolutionize mpox diagnosis

A new variant of human mpox has claimed the lives of approximately 5% of people with reported infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since 2023, many of them children. Since then, it has spread to several other countries.

14 Nov 2024

Maternal RSV vaccination timing optimizes newborn immunity through improved antibody transfer

Maternal RSV vaccination enhances antibody transfer to newborns, with optimal transfer efficiency observed when given at least five weeks before delivery.

14 Nov 2024

Study highlights air pollution as key environmental factor in autism risk

Air pollution is a key environmental risk factor for autism, influencing neurodevelopment through neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and epigenetic changes.

14 Nov 2024

Innovative urine test could improve pancreatic cancer survival rates

Innovative urinary miRNA profiling shows potential for early pancreatic cancer detection, with high accuracy and sensitivity, transforming screening practices.

14 Nov 2024

Primerdesign launches new animal multiplex assays at London Vet Show

Primerdesign (part of the Novacyt Group), a company focused on the design, manufacture, validation and supply of real-time PCR kits and reagents, announces that it is launching two new assays for gastrointestinal (GI) disease in dogs and cats at the London Vet Show, held from 14-15 November 2024.

From Primerdesign 14 Nov 2024

CN Bio launches PhysioMimix Bioavailability assay kit: Human 18

CN Bio, a leading provider of Organ-on-a-chip Systems and solutions that accelerate drug discovery and development workflows, today announced the launch of its PhysioMimix® Bioavailability assay kit: Human 18. Harnessing the capabilities of the PhysioMimix Multi-organ System, the kit enhances lead optimization and preclinical testing pipelines, providing an all-in-one solution to generate predictive insights into human oral bioavailability, and better inform lead candidate selection.

14 Nov 2024

Metagenomic sequencing improves detection of rare pathogens in CNS infections

New research shows that metagenomic next-generation sequencing (mNGS) over seven years increased pathogen detection in challenging CNS infections, identifying rare and unexpected microbes often missed by standard testing.

13 Nov 2024

New biomarker could help predict Parkinson’s disease progression

A team of researchers from the University of Barcelona and the Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL) has identified a potential biomarker of Parkinson's disease progression.

12 Nov 2024

Breakthrough method sheds light on how immune receptors detect infections

Researchers from the University of Bonn are using an innovative method to watch immune receptors go about their business.

12 Nov 2024

Mursla Bio joins leading European consortium to advance clinical applications based on extracellular vesicle science

From Mursla Bio 12 Nov 2024

How gut bacteria regulate stress and sleep cycles

This study reveals that gut microbiota, particularly Lactobacillus species, regulate the daily rhythm of stress hormones like corticosterone, influencing stress responses and brain function at different times of the day. Disruptions in gut bacteria lead to altered stress responses and increased susceptibility to disorders like depression.

10 Nov 2024

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New discovery reveals dual binding in bitter taste receptors

Mursla Bio's EvoLiver surpasses current standards in liver cancer surveillance, data presented at AASLD Liver Meeting 2024

Mursla Bio announces promising results for EvoLiver test in liver cancer detection

Urinary pentosidine reveals muscle and performance health in young men

Advanced diagnostic kit developed for detecting highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus

10x Genomics and Beckman Coulter Life Sciences Launch New Solution to Automate Single Cell Assay Workflows

Memories of obesity can linger in fat cells long after weight loss

Neoantigen DNA vaccines improve survival and immunity in triple-negative breast cancer patients

MEMPHIS system sheds light on vaccine response differences across ages

New biosensor technology could revolutionize mpox diagnosis

Maternal RSV vaccination timing optimizes newborn immunity through improved antibody transfer

Study highlights air pollution as key environmental factor in autism risk

Innovative urine test could improve pancreatic cancer survival rates

Primerdesign launches new animal multiplex assays at London Vet Show

CN Bio launches PhysioMimix Bioavailability assay kit: Human 18

Metagenomic sequencing improves detection of rare pathogens in CNS infections

New biomarker could help predict Parkinson’s disease progression

Breakthrough method sheds light on how immune receptors detect infections

Mursla Bio joins leading European consortium to advance clinical applications based on extracellular vesicle science

How gut bacteria regulate stress and sleep cycles

Industry Focus eBook - Neurology/Neuroscience - 2nd edition eBook

How Omics Technologies Are Transforming Biological Research and Drug Discovery

How microplastics and bacteria interact to drive antibiotic resistance

Single-cell proteomics: Revealing proteome diversity from cellular heterogeneity to non-canonical biology

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