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eMolecules acquires Specs Compound Handling B.V.

Combination expands footprint offering a global one-stop shop for streamlined chemical compound procurement and management services for drug discovery chemistry researchers.

From eMolecules 26 May 2023

Identifying what makes some gut bacteria strains life-threatening in pre-term babies

Researchers from the Quadram Institute and University of East Anglia have identified what makes some strains of gut bacteria life-threatening in pre-term babies.

25 May 2023

Bridging the Gap between Academia and Industry: The Power of Collaboration in Life Sciences

In this behind-the-scenes interview, we speak to Dr. Sinead Knight, chair of SLAS Europe 2023, about this years programme, highlighting the key topics and speakers.

From Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) 25 May 2023

Combination of genetic and environmental factors increases the risk of cleft lip

A cleft lip or palate arises from the combined effects of genes and inflammatory risk factors experienced during pregnancy, such as smoking or infections, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.

24 May 2023

Lupus Landmark Study launched to accelerate the development of personalized treatments for lupus patients

The Lupus Research Alliance and its clinical research affiliate Lupus Therapeutics today announced the launch of the Lupus Landmark Study, a groundbreaking observational research study to accelerate the development of personalized treatments for people living with lupus.

24 May 2023

Study provides data to support gene supplementation as a treatment for autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa

A new study shows that total RPE65 protein levels in mice with autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa were doubled following subretinal delivery of adeno-associated virus (AAV)-RPE65 gene supplementation.

23 May 2023

GPR141 drives breast tumorigenesis by inducing tumor cell properties via the p-mTOR1/p53 axis

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 14 on May 19, 2023, entitled, "G-protein-coupled receptor 141 mediates breast cancer proliferation and metastasis by regulating oncogenic mediators and the p-mTOR/p53 axis."

23 May 2023

Newly developed method can help identify the special differences in genetic information

Plants show enormous variety in traits relevant to breeding, such as plant height, yield and resistance to pests.

22 May 2023

Researchers produce a multi-scale map of protein assemblies in the DNA damage response

Writing in the May 22, 2023 issue of Cell Systems, a diverse team of scientists, led by researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine, have produced a novel map that depicts the human body's enormously complicated and highly evolved system for addressing and repairing DNA damage -; a cause and consequence of many diseases.

22 May 2023

AI-based method predicts small molecule substrates of enzymes

Enzymes are the molecule factories in biological cells. However, which basic molecular building blocks they use to assemble target molecules is often unknown and difficult to measure.

22 May 2023

Targeting mucus plugs could help prevent deaths from COPD, study suggests

A retrospective analysis of patient data from the COPDGene study suggests that targeting mucus plugs could help prevent deaths from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-;the fourth leading cause of death in the United States.

22 May 2023

Researchers use machine learning to identify "synthetic extreme" DNA sequences

Artificial intelligence has exploded across our news feeds, with ChatGPT and related AI technologies becoming the focus of broad public scrutiny.

19 May 2023

New technique for early detection of foodborne bacteria

Produce such as lettuce and spinach is routinely tested for foodborne pathogenic bacteria like salmonella, listeria monocytogenes and pathogenic types of E. coli in an effort to protect consumers from getting sick.

18 May 2023

New SEISMIC facility could improve our understanding of infectious diseases, aging and cancers

A new national research facility could significantly improve our understanding of infectious diseases, aging and cancers, leading to novel treatments and vaccines.

16 May 2023

Study identifies two novel highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses (H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b.2

Researchers investigated the genetic origin, distribution patterns, and antigenicity of novel AIVs.

16 May 2023

The discovery of a novel orthonairovirus from Dermacentor silvarum ticks near the China–North Korea border

Researchers isolated a novel virus of the Orthonairovirus genus.

16 May 2023

Rapid spread of antibiotic-resistant E. coli across Europe raises concerns

Research paper highlights the swift cross-border emergence of NDM-5-producing Escherichia coli in the European Union/European Economic Area from 2012 to June 2022. The findings emphasize the need for continued surveillance and effective measures to combat the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

15 May 2023

Biotechnology News and Research

eMolecules acquires Specs Compound Handling B.V.

Identifying what makes some gut bacteria strains life-threatening in pre-term babies

Bridging the Gap between Academia and Industry: The Power of Collaboration in Life Sciences

Combination of genetic and environmental factors increases the risk of cleft lip

Lupus Landmark Study launched to accelerate the development of personalized treatments for lupus patients

Study provides data to support gene supplementation as a treatment for autosomal dominant retinitis pigmentosa

GPR141 drives breast tumorigenesis by inducing tumor cell properties via the p-mTOR1/p53 axis

Newly developed method can help identify the special differences in genetic information

Researchers produce a multi-scale map of protein assemblies in the DNA damage response

AI-based method predicts small molecule substrates of enzymes

Targeting mucus plugs could help prevent deaths from COPD, study suggests

Researchers use machine learning to identify "synthetic extreme" DNA sequences

New technique for early detection of foodborne bacteria

New SEISMIC facility could improve our understanding of infectious diseases, aging and cancers

Study identifies two novel highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses (H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b.2

The discovery of a novel orthonairovirus from Dermacentor silvarum ticks near the China–North Korea border

Rapid spread of antibiotic-resistant E. coli across Europe raises concerns

Is your diet related to your personality?

Cytiva and Pall Life Sciences complete integration to create a global innovation and solutions leader in biotechnology

New CRISPR genome-editing technology helps scientists to explore many cancer-linked mutations

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Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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