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Proteins are complex molecules that are made up of amino acids. They can be found in every cell in the body, and carry out vital processes that keep human beings alive. Mutations in proteins can lead to a multitude of diseases, the most common being cancer.

COVID-19 multistate outbreak associated with large public gatherings

Researchers from the Centers for Disease Control have investigated a case in Massachusetts that showed a high proportion of vaccine breakthrough infections.

22 Nov 2021

Bioinformatics analysis identifies pathways involved in intestinal SARS-CoV-2 infection

Researchers recently used bioinformatics analysis techniques to explore the diseases caused by SARS-CoV-2 infection in the human digestive tract.

22 Nov 2021

Using the contraceptive pill to reduce risk of type-2 diabetes in women with PCOS

In this interview, News-Medical speaks to Professor Weibke Arlt about her recent research into how the contraceptive pill affects type 2 diabetes in women with PCOS.

22 Nov 2021

CoronaVac vaccine booster strengthens protection against SARS-CoV-2

In a recent study published on the preprint medRxiv* server, an international team of scientists tested CoronaVac as a booster shot and measured its effects on immunity. Their findings showed increases in neutralizing antibodies and T cell response.

21 Nov 2021

Scientists discover several factors influencing waning immunity with the Pfizer COVID Vaccine

New research from Japan found several risk factors associated with greater waning immunity after vaccination. Old age and smoking were amongst those with some of the lowest antibody titers. Women more than men were also more likely to experience a rapid decline in antibody levels 3 to 6 months after receiving their second Pfizer-BioNTech dose.

21 Nov 2021

A canine coronavirus zoonotic spillover and tropism shift

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21 Nov 2021

Researchers identify mechanism behind regulation of large exon splicing during vertebrate evolution

In vertebrates, large exons often skip splicing events and are evolutionarily conserved. Scientists from Nagoya University, Japan, led by Associate Professor Akio Masuda, have recently identified the mechanism behind regulated splicing of large constitutive exons which are rich in disordered regions, and their potential involvement in the assembly of transcription factors.

21 Nov 2021

Importance of cross-neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 variants

A new study published in the journal mBio investigates different antibodies from convalescent donors that bind three separate domains of the SARS-CoV-2 spike. The results of this study suggest that the individuals exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 from the first wave have neutralizing antibodies against current variants.

21 Nov 2021

Sheep at low-risk for infection with SARS-CoV-2

A team of scientists from the US has recently evaluated the susceptibility of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection in sheep. The findings reveal that sheep are generally less susceptible to SARS-CoV-2 infection. However, the susceptibility is relatively higher for the alpha variant of the virus. The study is currently available on the bioRxiv preprint server.

21 Nov 2021

Human Proteoform Project aims to define the entire collection of proteins in the body

Now that the Human Genome Project has officially wrapped, an international team of researchers will map the entire collection of proteins in the human body.

21 Nov 2021

New study uncovers a mechanism of sleep in zebrafish

Why do humans spend a third of their lives sleeping? Why do animals sleep? Throughout evolution sleep has remained universal and essential to all organisms with a nervous system, including invertebrates such as flies, worms, and even jellyfish.

21 Nov 2021

MIT researchers uncover a possible new way to combat tumors

Under the right circumstances, the body's T cells can detect and destroy cancer cells. However, in most cancer patients, T cells become disarmed once they enter the environment surrounding a tumor.

21 Nov 2021

A trio of proteins found to drive inflammation in psoriasis

About 7.5 million Americans suffer from psoriasis, an autoimmune disease that shows up as patches of red, inflamed skin and painful, scaly rashes. Although there are effective treatments for psoriasis, not everyone responds to these therapies - and for many, the relief is temporary.

21 Nov 2021

Naturally occurring phage A1-1 kills dysentery-causing bacteria in sub-Saharan Africa, southern Asia

Phages are viruses that infect bacteria and can also be used to treat human infections. However, as with antibiotics, bacteria can readily evolve resistance to phage attack, highlighting a key limitation to the use of phages as therapeutics.

21 Nov 2021

UC researchers engineer new probiotic to target and break down cancer cell defenses

Bacteria generally have a bad reputation, as people first think of certain strains that can cause serious illnesses like pneumonia or meningitis. However, there are many helpful bacteria, known as probiotics, that assist the body in different ways.

21 Nov 2021

Scientists unravel near-atomic-scale structure of depression-linked brain receptor

Scientists at Scripps Research, Florida have determined the near-atomic-scale structure of an unusual brain-cell receptor called GPR158, which has been linked to depression and anxiety.

20 Nov 2021

Weill Cornell Medicine receives $1.27 million DoD grant to develop treatment for rare eye condition

Weill Cornell Medicine has received a $1.27 million grant from the United States Department of Defense (DoD) to develop treatment for a rare but devastating eye condition largely affecting military personnel who suffer traumatic eye injuries in combat.

20 Nov 2021

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COVID-19 multistate outbreak associated with large public gatherings

Bioinformatics analysis identifies pathways involved in intestinal SARS-CoV-2 infection

Using the contraceptive pill to reduce risk of type-2 diabetes in women with PCOS

CoronaVac vaccine booster strengthens protection against SARS-CoV-2

Scientists discover several factors influencing waning immunity with the Pfizer COVID Vaccine

A canine coronavirus zoonotic spillover and tropism shift

Researchers identify mechanism behind regulation of large exon splicing during vertebrate evolution

Importance of cross-neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 variants

Sheep at low-risk for infection with SARS-CoV-2

Human Proteoform Project aims to define the entire collection of proteins in the body

New study uncovers a mechanism of sleep in zebrafish

MIT researchers uncover a possible new way to combat tumors

A trio of proteins found to drive inflammation in psoriasis

Naturally occurring phage A1-1 kills dysentery-causing bacteria in sub-Saharan Africa, southern Asia

UC researchers engineer new probiotic to target and break down cancer cell defenses

Scientists unravel near-atomic-scale structure of depression-linked brain receptor

Weill Cornell Medicine receives $1.27 million DoD grant to develop treatment for rare eye condition

Functions of glycosylation in SARS-CoV-2 proteins and human receptor ACE2

Comparing effectiveness of virus and patients-centered strategies to reduce COVID-19 mortality

Predicting the capacity of mammal species to become zoonotic SARS-CoV-2 hosts

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