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Hepatitis C drug may prevent hepatitis E virus replication

A drug that is already in clinical trials against hepatitis C virus can also prevent hepatitis E virus from replicating.

22 Mar 2026

Far-red light suppresses biofilm formation and virulence in pathogenic bacteria

Light is a universal stimulus that influences all living things. Cycles of light and dark help set the biological clocks for organisms ranging from single-celled bacteria to human beings.

20 Jan 2026

Clusterin identified as key marker for aging in blood stem cells

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of an aging patient population and an increasing prevalence of age-associated diseases, underscoring the need for advancing research into the biological mechanisms of aging.

30 Apr 2025

Boost your transfection success with these proven expert tips

Gain expert insights in this interview on achieving transfection success. Explore proven strategies to optimize your approach and enhance results.

From Sartorius 22 Apr 2025

New assay detects epigenetic changes caused by carcinogenic chemicals

Chemicals used as food preservatives, flavoring agents, dyes, pesticides, cosmetics, cleaners, and other industrial materials are being increasingly recognized as a health hazard.

10 Apr 2025

Study proposes a novel therapeutic avenue for tackling EHF-induced cholangiocarcinogenesis

This study is led by Dr. Yiming Luo (Hepatic Surgery Centre, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology) and Professor. Huifang Liang (Hepatic Surgery Centre, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology).

14 May 2024

New insights into gas vesicle clustering in bacteria open doors for biomedical applications

Gas vesicles are hollow structures made of protein found in the cells of certain microorganisms, and researchers at Rice University believe they can be programmed for use in biomedical applications.

29 Mar 2024

Gene editing gets a boost with new CRISPR-COPIES

CRISPR/Cas systems have undergone tremendous advancement in the past decade. These precise genome editing tools have applications ranging from transgenic crop development to gene therapy and beyond.

12 Feb 2024

Intestine epithelium-derived exosomes serve as novel mediator in regulating hepatic lipid metabolism

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), characterized by excessive hepatic lipid accumulation, poses a high prevalence and can progress to cirrhosis and liver cancer.

11 Dec 2023

Proof-of-concept study holds promise for safer gene therapy techniques for treating immunodeficiencies

Researchers described an approach to edit the recombination-activating gene 2 (RAG2) locus for therapeutic applications.

1 Nov 2023

Low-molecular weight human interleukin-1β antagonist discovered

Researchers described the detection of a human interleukin-1β antagonist with low molecular weight that disrupts interactions with the interleukin-1 receptor type I receptor.

11 Sep 2023

North American arrival of A(H5N1) influenza raises concerns of potential pandemic outbreak

Rapid global expansion of highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) viruses in 2021, including reassortment with North American strains, highlights the need for proactive measures to combat their spread and mitigate the risk of a potential pandemic originating from these reassortants.

31 May 2023

COVID-19 activates endogenous retroviruses within our genome

Researchers assess the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on endogenous retroviruses of the LTR69 subfamily.

28 Mar 2023

Novel RNA sense-and-respond circuit harnesses the force of enzymes to develop better drugs

More than twelve billion doses of mRNA vaccines have been administered globally since the start of the COVID pandemic, saving millions of lives. But RNA-based therapies for other diseases have so far proven more challenging to develop.

20 Mar 2023

Exploring airway-to-brain sensory pathways in influenza-induced illness

In a recent study published in the Nature journal, researchers assessed the role of the airway-to-brain sensory pathways in influenza-induced illness.

13 Mar 2023

Gut dysbiosis and sepsis susceptibility among pregnant women

Researchers describe the role of gut dysbiosis during pregnancy in promoting excessive macrophage pyroptosis, which increases vulnerability to sepsis.

19 Feb 2023

New research on nirmatrelvir resistance in SARS-CoV-2 using powerful replicon cell culture systems

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers at Emory University used severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) Washington (WA.1) and Omicron (BA.1) strains to test for mutations that could result in resistance to the antiviral drug nirmatrelvir.

8 Jan 2023

The viral fitness and antigenic relationship among Omicron sublineages

Researchers used mouse models and human airway cell cultures to investigate the relative viral replication rates and cross-neutralization against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sublineages.

14 Nov 2022

Study evaluates BA.5-bivalent booster against new Omicron sublineages

In a new study, researchers evaluated the efficacy of four doses of parental messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) vaccine and a BA.5-bivalent booster against recently emerged Omicron sublineages. Additionally, they determined whether prior infection improved the effect of a booster vaccination.

4 Nov 2022

The impact of gene amplification in virus adaptation through intermediate hosts

Researchers assessed the impact of gene amplification on cross-species adaptation.

12 Jul 2022