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Study reveals new insights into how the immune system prevents autoimmunity

Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, and the Hospital for Special Surgery Research Institute have uncovered new details about how the immune system prevents the production of antibodies that can recognize and damage the body's own, healthy tissues.

29 Sep 2023

New protein identified as substrate for histidine methylation

Proteins are subject to post-translational chemical modifications that result in functional diversity. Methylation is one such modification that is generally believed to occur on lysine and arginine residues.

29 Sep 2023

New biocomposite adhesive promises to revolutionize wound management and tissue repair

A team of researchers from China has made a significant breakthrough in biomedical engineering by developing a novel adhesive that promises to revolutionize wound management and tissue repair.

29 Sep 2023

New toolbox solves 50-year-old blood group mystery

Currently, a lot is known about which genes are responsible for our individual blood groups, however not much is understood about how and why the levels of the blood group molecules differ between one person and another.

29 Sep 2023

Cutting-edge NanoSIMS imaging sheds light on the progression of Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease is a complex neurodegenerative disorder that leads to the deterioration of specific types of neurons in the brain, resulting in a number of motor and non-motor symptoms.

29 Sep 2023

Evosep Strengthens Leadership to Drive Scale-Up

Making proteomics 100x more robust and 10x faster

From Evosep 29 Sep 2023

What are the pharmacological properties of black goji berries?

The pharmacological effects of the components of Lycium ruthenicum Murray fruits.

29 Sep 2023

Aerosolized ACE2 neutralizes COVID-19 variants in lab and mice tests

Researchers from the University of Texas Southwestern have developed an aerosolized, mutated form of ACE2 that effectively neutralizes various SARS-CoV-2 variants in both cell cultures and mice. The study suggests that this modified ACE2 has promising preventive and therapeutic potential against COVID-19, especially with its easy aerosolized administration.

28 Sep 2023

Primate model unlocks clues to long-COVID's impact on blood sugar, hints at vaccine benefits

The study uses a non-human primate model to explore the link between long-COVID and disruptions in glucose metabolism, finding a positive correlation. Vaccination appeared to improve glycemic control, suggesting a possible role in managing long-COVID symptoms.

28 Sep 2023

Unlocking the code: BigRNA's deep learning model predicts RNA behavior

Researchers have developed BigRNA, a groundbreaking deep learning model capable of predicting RNA behavior, including tissue-specific expression and splicing, directly from genomic DNA sequences. The model excels in identifying pathogenic variants and could be a game-changer in the development of personalized RNA-based therapies for treating genetic diseases.

28 Sep 2023

Are edible coatings the answer to fresher, eco-friendlier fruit and veg packaging?

Review sheds light on edible coatings as a sustainable alternative to traditional packaging and preservatives in the food industry, particularly for perishable items like fruits and vegetables.

28 Sep 2023

Vaxzevria vaccine boosts mucosal immunity in COVID-19 recovered

Study highlights the ability of the Vaxzevria vaccine in inducing robust mucosal antibody responses, especially in COVID-19-recovered individuals, showcasing a notable defense against various SARS-CoV-2 variants. However, it emphasizes the need for booster doses to enhance anti-SARS-CoV-2 mucosal immunity, especially in infection-naïve individuals, to broaden protection against emerging viral variants.

28 Sep 2023

Loss of brain interneurons linked to cognitive deficits in aging

Normal aging is usually associated with a decline in memory, although it is unclear what factors play a role.

28 Sep 2023

Swapping meat for Quorn protein could reduce cholesterol and trim waist circumference

People looking to reduce their cholesterol and trim fat from around their waist could try swapping meat for Quorn protein, according to the findings from a new study by Northumbria University, Newcastle, published in the European Journal of Nutrition, which saw positive effects in both areas in just two weeks.

28 Sep 2023

New approach could improve immune checkpoint inhibitor response in MTAP-deficient tumors

Loss of the "housekeeping" gene methylthioadenosine phosphorylase, or MTAP, is a common event in cancer.

28 Sep 2023

Study reveals a complex interplay of genetic and epigenetic changes in Alzheimer’s disease progression

Alzheimer's disease affects more than 6 million people in the United States, and there are very few FDA-approved treatments that can slow the progression of the disease.

28 Sep 2023

Natural antibiotic thiostrepton reveals new hope for inflammatory bowel disease treatment

Researchers explored the therapeutic impact of Thiostrepton on experimental colitis by examining its effects on colon inflammation and determining its targets through various biochemical approaches.

28 Sep 2023

Examining the cardiac pathology in fatal cases of yellow fever

The characteristics of yellow fever (YF)-related myocardial damage.

28 Sep 2023

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease linked to higher risk of blood clots in healthy adults

Recent study in Scientific Reports finds a link between nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and a higher risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) among healthy Korean adults. The research suggests that NAFLD may contribute to a hypercoagulable state, increasing the risk of VTE.

27 Sep 2023

Ramadan fasting reshapes gut microbiome

Scientists investigate the effects of Ramadan intermittent fasting on gut microbiota, revealing significant alterations at both the phylum and genus levels. The study suggests that dietary intake during fasting could play a key role in these microbiota changes.

27 Sep 2023

Protein C News and Research

Study reveals new insights into how the immune system prevents autoimmunity

New protein identified as substrate for histidine methylation

New biocomposite adhesive promises to revolutionize wound management and tissue repair

New toolbox solves 50-year-old blood group mystery

Cutting-edge NanoSIMS imaging sheds light on the progression of Parkinson's disease

Evosep Strengthens Leadership to Drive Scale-Up

What are the pharmacological properties of black goji berries?

Aerosolized ACE2 neutralizes COVID-19 variants in lab and mice tests

Primate model unlocks clues to long-COVID's impact on blood sugar, hints at vaccine benefits

Unlocking the code: BigRNA's deep learning model predicts RNA behavior

Are edible coatings the answer to fresher, eco-friendlier fruit and veg packaging?

Vaxzevria vaccine boosts mucosal immunity in COVID-19 recovered

Loss of brain interneurons linked to cognitive deficits in aging

Swapping meat for Quorn protein could reduce cholesterol and trim waist circumference

New approach could improve immune checkpoint inhibitor response in MTAP-deficient tumors

Study reveals a complex interplay of genetic and epigenetic changes in Alzheimer’s disease progression

Natural antibiotic thiostrepton reveals new hope for inflammatory bowel disease treatment

Examining the cardiac pathology in fatal cases of yellow fever

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease linked to higher risk of blood clots in healthy adults

Ramadan fasting reshapes gut microbiome

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

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