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U of A research findings could give scientists the upper hand in tackling SARS-CoV-2

University of Alberta research shows how cell membranes play a much larger role than previously understood in allowing spike proteins on viruses to infect cells.

16 Sep 2022

U of M researchers receive grant to map senescent cells in preclinical studies and human tissues

Researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School and the Institute on the Biology of Aging and Metabolism were awarded a total of $19.3 million in grants from the National Institutes of Health Common Fund to map senescent cells in preclinical studies and human tissues as part of the SenNet Consortium.

16 Sep 2022

University of Arkansas receives NIST award to improve palm-sized, low-cost and wireless COVID sensor

The National Institute of Standards and Technology, via an application from the RAPID Manufacturing Institute, awarded the University of Arkansas $699,604 to improve a Wi-Fi nano-biosensor that will be used in a palm-sized, low-cost and wireless SARS-COV-II detection system.

16 Sep 2022

Excessive smartphone use may lead to early puberty

Exposure to blue light via regular use of tablets and smartphones may alter hormone levels and increase the risk of earlier puberty, according to data from a rat study presented today at the 60th Annual European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology Meeting.

16 Sep 2022

Study evaluates how rapid tests will perform when challenged with future SARS-CoV-2 variants

The availability of rapid antigen tests has significantly advanced efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19, but every new variant of concern raises questions about whether diagnostic tests will still be effective.

15 Sep 2022

Machine learning can help create proteins much more accurately, quickly than previously possible

Over the past two years, machine learning has revolutionized protein structure prediction. Now, three papers in Science describe a similar revolution in protein design.

15 Sep 2022

Scientists unravel the molecular origin of rare genetic disease cystinosis

The rare genetic disease cystinosis is caused by mutations in the gene for a protein called cystinosin. A team of scientists has now solved the structure of cystinosin and determined how mutations interfere with its normal function, providing insights into the underlying mechanisms and suggesting a way to develop new treatments for the disease.

15 Sep 2022

New method evaluates how mutations to SARS-CoV-2 can affect antibody recognition in rapid antigen tests

A research team funded by the National Institutes of Health has shown that commercially available rapid antigen tests can detect past and present variants of concern and has identified potential mutations that may impact test performance in the future.

15 Sep 2022

Large molecules glom together into dense droplets to create squishy circuits in cells

An emerging field explores how groups of molecules condense together inside cells, the way oil droplets assemble and separate from water in a vinaigrette.

14 Sep 2022

UC San Diego selected to lead components of the NIH Common Fund's Bridge2AI program

Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have been selected to lead components of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Common Fund's Bridge to Artificial Intelligence (Bridge2AI) program.

13 Sep 2022

Researchers uncover the structure of protein fibrils linked to hereditary form of human prion disease

In a new study, researchers from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine have identified the structure of protein fibrils linked to a hereditary form of human prion disease.

12 Sep 2022

Pollutant particles in the air trigger lung cancer in non-smokers

A new mechanism has been identified through which very small pollutant particles in the air may trigger lung cancer in people who have never smoked, paving the way to new prevention approaches and development of therapies, according to late-breaking data [to be] reported at the ESMO Congress 2022 by scientists of the Francis Crick Institute and University College London, funded by Cancer Research UK. The particles, which are typically found in vehicle exhaust and smoke from fossil fuels, are associated with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) risk, accounting for over 250,000 lung cancer deaths globally per year.

12 Sep 2022

New antiviral treatment may limit the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 virus

By the time you test positive for COVID-19, the SARS-CoV-2 virus has already taken up residence in your respiratory system. With each breath, you expel invisible viral particles into the air - a process known as viral shedding.

9 Sep 2022

Insights into molecular structure of protein assembly that plays key role in controlling cristae architecture

Energy supply is a vital component of economic life. And the complex interplay between society and economy is jeopardized whenever core services or key industrial sectors are at risk of failing because of energy supply problems.

7 Sep 2022

Discovery of bacteria-killing toxin could pave the way for new generation of antibiotics

Researchers at McMaster University have discovered a previously unknown bacteria-killing toxin that could pave the way for a new generation of antibiotics.

6 Sep 2022

H.E.L Group strengthens leadership team to focus on new product development and enhanced customer support

Alan Lockley joins as Director of Global Services, Edward Quinn as Director of Product Development and Mark Appleton takes new role as Director of Research

From H.E.L Group 6 Sep 2022

Research reveals a starring role for mitochondrial dynamics within adult muscle stem cells

Mitochondria are remarkable shape-shifting organelles that have long been understood as the powerhouses inside our cells.

2 Sep 2022

'Rippled beta sheet' protein structure created and characterized using x-ray crystallography

An unusual protein structure known as a "rippled beta sheet," first predicted in 1953, has now been created in the laboratory and characterized in detail using x-ray crystallography.

2 Sep 2022

Rutgers scientists design a synthetic protein that quickly detects molecules of deadly nerve agent

A team that includes Rutgers scientists has designed a synthetic protein that quickly detects molecules of a deadly nerve agent that has been classified by the United Nations as a weapon of mass destruction and could be used in a chemical warfare attack.

1 Sep 2022

FAU and Tel Aviv researchers receive grant to tackle Alzheimer’s-related mood disorders

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common type of dementia affecting an estimated 6.3 million Americans age 65 and older. Without the development of medical breakthroughs to prevent, treat, slow or cure AD that number could grow to 13.8 million by 2060.

29 Aug 2022

Biochemistry News and Research

U of A research findings could give scientists the upper hand in tackling SARS-CoV-2

U of M researchers receive grant to map senescent cells in preclinical studies and human tissues

University of Arkansas receives NIST award to improve palm-sized, low-cost and wireless COVID sensor

Excessive smartphone use may lead to early puberty

Study evaluates how rapid tests will perform when challenged with future SARS-CoV-2 variants

Machine learning can help create proteins much more accurately, quickly than previously possible

Scientists unravel the molecular origin of rare genetic disease cystinosis

New method evaluates how mutations to SARS-CoV-2 can affect antibody recognition in rapid antigen tests

Large molecules glom together into dense droplets to create squishy circuits in cells

UC San Diego selected to lead components of the NIH Common Fund's Bridge2AI program

Researchers uncover the structure of protein fibrils linked to hereditary form of human prion disease

Pollutant particles in the air trigger lung cancer in non-smokers

New antiviral treatment may limit the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 virus

Insights into molecular structure of protein assembly that plays key role in controlling cristae architecture

Discovery of bacteria-killing toxin could pave the way for new generation of antibiotics

H.E.L Group strengthens leadership team to focus on new product development and enhanced customer support

Research reveals a starring role for mitochondrial dynamics within adult muscle stem cells

'Rippled beta sheet' protein structure created and characterized using x-ray crystallography

Rutgers scientists design a synthetic protein that quickly detects molecules of deadly nerve agent

FAU and Tel Aviv researchers receive grant to tackle Alzheimer’s-related mood disorders

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