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New delivery system based on lipid nanoparticles could increase the efficiency of gene therapy

Lipid nanoparticles have been used to encapsulate CRISPR-Cas9 and deliver it to cells in mice, where it was highly effective at knocking down expression of a target protein.

2 Mar 2023

Exploring the neuroprotective potential of cell-penetrating peptides, extracellular vesicles, and micro ribonucleic acids

In a recent review published in Biomedicines, researchers explored extracellular vesicles (EVs), cell-penetrating peptides (CPPs), and micro ribonucleic acids (miRNAs) as therapies for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Parkinson’s disease (PD).

1 Mar 2023

New imaging method could help make better decisions on personalized cancer treatment

Decisions on cancer treatment could become better tailored to individual patients with the adoption of a new imaging method being developed by University of Michigan researchers that maps the chemical makeup of a patient’s tumor.

1 Mar 2023

New purification approach could help make protein drugs more affordable and accessible

One of the most expensive steps in manufacturing protein drugs such as antibodies or insulin is the purification step: isolating the protein from the bioreactor used to produce it.

28 Feb 2023

Researchers develop protein-based nanoparticles to neutralize SARS-CoV2 virus

Nanomaterials inspired by amyloid proteins are gaining interest in nanotechnology, due to their modularity, controlled self-assembly and stability.

28 Feb 2023

Innovative methodology to detect viral RNA

Experts from the University of Barcelona, the Institute for Advanced Chemistry of Catalonia, the Institute of Microelectronics of Barcelona and the Aragon Nanoscience and Materials Institute of Aragon —a joint institute of the CSIC and the University of Zaragoza— have developed a new method to detect RNA viruses based on the triplex-forming probe technology.

27 Feb 2023

Exploring biodistribution of cannabidiol nanoparticles and nanoemulsion after intrathecal administration

Researchers evaluated the biodistribution of cannabidiol (CBD) emulsion and nanoparticles in the central nervous system (CNS).

24 Feb 2023

Roadmap outlines a framework for moving COVID-19 vaccines forward

Researchers presented the coronavirus vaccines research and development roadmap to promote the development of broadly protective COVID-19 vaccines.

24 Feb 2023

Effects of nanoparticles on gouty arthritis in animal models of gout

Researchers performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to explore the effects of nanoparticles on gouty arthritis using animal models.

23 Feb 2023

Empa researchers investigate the health risk of graphene residues

Empa researchers have studied residues from the incineration of graphene-containing plastics. Conclusion of the study: Burned composite materials containing graphene nanoparticles can be considered harmless in case of acute exposure.

21 Feb 2023

Adipose-targeted delivery of thyroid hormone alleviates hypercholesterolemia and atherosclerosis

A research team from LKS Faculty of Medicine, the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) has developed thyroid hormone (TH) - encapsulated nanoparticles modified with adipose-homing peptide, which selectively transport TH to adipose tissues.

20 Feb 2023

CHLA researchers receive funding to support studies into diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma

Researchers at Children's Hospital Los Angeles have received a nearly $1 million K08 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) - as well as funding from the U.S. Department of Defense - to support studies into diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a childhood brain tumor with a 0% survival rate.

16 Feb 2023

Penn engineers address the longstanding gap in reproductive health care with targeted RNA therapy

Pre-eclampsia is a leading cause of stillbirths and prematurity worldwide, occurring in 3 – 8 % of pregnancies. A disorder characterized by high maternal blood pressure, it results from insufficient vasodilation in the placenta, restricting blood flow from the mother to the fetus.

16 Feb 2023

Neuroprotectant linked to reduced death and disability among stroke patients

The neuroprotectant ApTOLL, a medication that may shield the brain from tissue damage, was linked to reduced death and disability among people being treated for stroke when used with standard treatments to restore blood flow, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented today at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2023.

13 Feb 2023

Nanoparticles News and Research

New delivery system based on lipid nanoparticles could increase the efficiency of gene therapy

Exploring the neuroprotective potential of cell-penetrating peptides, extracellular vesicles, and micro ribonucleic acids

New imaging method could help make better decisions on personalized cancer treatment

New purification approach could help make protein drugs more affordable and accessible

Researchers develop protein-based nanoparticles to neutralize SARS-CoV2 virus

Innovative methodology to detect viral RNA

Exploring biodistribution of cannabidiol nanoparticles and nanoemulsion after intrathecal administration

Roadmap outlines a framework for moving COVID-19 vaccines forward

Effects of nanoparticles on gouty arthritis in animal models of gout

Empa researchers investigate the health risk of graphene residues

Adipose-targeted delivery of thyroid hormone alleviates hypercholesterolemia and atherosclerosis

CHLA researchers receive funding to support studies into diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma

Penn engineers address the longstanding gap in reproductive health care with targeted RNA therapy

Neuroprotectant linked to reduced death and disability among stroke patients

Disruptions to the normal fllow of brain fluid linked to neurological conditions

Researcher contextualizes a study on IgG4 anti-Spike levels after repeated SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccination

World Cancer Day 2023: Perspectives from The Institute of Cancer Therapeutics

Researchers report a heterologous vaccination strategy against IBV in Chickens

Smart stitches could improve surgery outcomes and patient's quality of life

New nanomedicine delivery system offers some hope for treating peritoneal cancer

Ultimate guide to the essential tools for the characterization of proteins, polymers and nanoparticles eBook

How ELRIG Is Helping Mid-Career Scientists Navigate Leadership, Career Change and Redundancy

The role of UV-Vis in biopharma QC

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