Cell Membrane News and Research

RSS

Study reveals pathological mechanisms of synaptic dysfunction in patients with Huntington's disease

Huntington's disease (HD) is a hereditary brain disease caused by a mutation in the huntingtin gene. HD is a neurodegenerative disease without a cure that, after the onset of the disease at around 40 years of age, causes changes in personality and symptoms of dementia along with uncontrollable convulsive movements, ultimately leading to death.

19 Sep 2022

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

Mechanical forces generated by T cells influence the destruction of cancer cells

As a part of our immune defenses, cytotoxic T cells – or killer T cells – seek out and destroy cells that are infected or cancerous. This process is essential for the body's defense against diseases.

15 Sep 2022

Study reveals pan-antiviral properties of PDC-109 bovine seminal plasma protein

In a new study, researchers explored the antiviral activity of the bovine seminal plasma protein PDC-109 against various mammalian viruses, including severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).

15 Sep 2022

Manuka honey could cure serious lung infections caused by drug-resistant bacterium

In a recent study published in the journal Microbiology, researchers demonstrated that incorporating Manuka honey into nebulized antibiotic treatment could effectively combat respiratory infections due to Mycobacterium abscessusus, offering a novel new therapeutic strategy for M. abscessus management.

13 Sep 2022

Efficacy and safety of monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 during pregnancy

In an article published in the journal Expert Opinion on Drug Safety, scientists have described the safety and efficacy profiles of anti-severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) monoclonal antibodies in pregnant women with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

13 Sep 2022

Review highlights the role of retinol-binding protein-4 in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

It is a known fact that consuming a large amount of alcohol, even for a few days, triggers fat accumulation in the liver and ultimately leads to alcohol-related liver diseases.

13 Sep 2022

Experimental drug prolongs survival, improves muscle function in mice severe Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine report that an experimental drug first developed to treat kidney disease prolongs survival and improves muscle function in mice genetically engineered to develop a severe form of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

13 Sep 2022

Tumor-derived factors stimulate effector trogocytosis and inhibit CAR T cells

The immune system is equipped to respond not just to external invaders-;think viruses, bacteria, and parasites-;but also to internal threats, namely, cancer. Yet, frequently, malignancies overcome the immune system's defenses and evade detection.

12 Sep 2022

Researchers review role of melatonin in pregnancies complicated by placental insufficiency

A new study explores the role of melatonin in pregnancy.

8 Sep 2022

Photocatalyst-based ViraMap platform maps SARS-CoV-2 spike protein interactions on the cell surface

Researchers performed the photocatalytic mapping of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein-host cell membrane interactions.

7 Sep 2022

The virology, epidemiology, transmission, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, management, and prevention strategies associated with monkeypox

Scientists have described the epidemiology, transmission, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive strategies of monkeypox infection among humans.

6 Sep 2022

Study suggests entry of SARS-CoV-2 requires an acidic pH

Researchers carried out real-time single-virion tracking in three dimensions to study the mechanisms and requirements of membrane attachment and fusion of SARS-CoV-2 with the host cell.

6 Sep 2022

Alternative approaches to functional and phenotypic assays using multi-parameter flow cytometry

Synexa is an industry-leading biomarker and large molecule bio analytic research service provider. In this interview, NewsMedical speaks with Natalie Strickland, a principal scientist at Synexa, about alternative approaches to flow cytometry.

From Synexa Life Sciences BV 5 Sep 2022

The possible association between SARS-CoV-2, ACE2, TMPRSS2, and skin manifestations

A new study analyzed the possibility of penetration of SARS-CoV-2 into the skin.

5 Sep 2022

Cell Counting Without Slides to Reduce Waste and Cost

Until recently, cells were typically counted on a reusable quartz hemocytometer.

From DeNovix Inc. 1 Sep 2022

New labeling technique helps analyze the contents of exosomes from cells

Our cells are constantly communicating, and scientists have developed an efficient way to find out what messages they are sending in protein-packed biological suitcases called exosomes.

30 Aug 2022

Discovery paves the way for specific therapies for common form of childhood brain and spine tumor

A study conducted by researchers in Brazil, Australia, Austria and the United States has made significant discoveries about a type of pediatric cancer with no approved drugs for treatment and with a low survival rate.

29 Aug 2022

Discovery may lead to the development of new systems of antifungal drugs

Mycosis is an infectious disease caused by parasitic mold or yeast and treated with an antifungal, a subgroup of antibiotics.

26 Aug 2022

Tiny sensor can simultaneously measure electrical and mechanical cellular responses in cardiac cells

Using a suspended nanowire, a University of Massachusetts research team has, for the first time, created a tiny sensor that can simultaneously measure electrical and mechanical cellular responses in cardiac tissue, work promising for cardiac disease studies, drug testing and regenerative medicine.

24 Aug 2022

Cell Membrane News and Research

Study reveals pathological mechanisms of synaptic dysfunction in patients with Huntington's disease

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

Mechanical forces generated by T cells influence the destruction of cancer cells

Study reveals pan-antiviral properties of PDC-109 bovine seminal plasma protein

Manuka honey could cure serious lung infections caused by drug-resistant bacterium

Efficacy and safety of monoclonal antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 during pregnancy

Review highlights the role of retinol-binding protein-4 in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Experimental drug prolongs survival, improves muscle function in mice severe Duchenne muscular dystrophy

Tumor-derived factors stimulate effector trogocytosis and inhibit CAR T cells

Researchers review role of melatonin in pregnancies complicated by placental insufficiency

Photocatalyst-based ViraMap platform maps SARS-CoV-2 spike protein interactions on the cell surface

The virology, epidemiology, transmission, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, management, and prevention strategies associated with monkeypox

Study suggests entry of SARS-CoV-2 requires an acidic pH

Alternative approaches to functional and phenotypic assays using multi-parameter flow cytometry

The possible association between SARS-CoV-2, ACE2, TMPRSS2, and skin manifestations

Cell Counting Without Slides to Reduce Waste and Cost

New labeling technique helps analyze the contents of exosomes from cells

Discovery paves the way for specific therapies for common form of childhood brain and spine tumor

Discovery may lead to the development of new systems of antifungal drugs

Tiny sensor can simultaneously measure electrical and mechanical cellular responses in cardiac cells

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

Latest News