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Breakthrough in understanding microtubule formation in cells

Inside every cell, a network of tiny filaments, called the microtubule cytoskeleton, helps maintain the cell's shape, allows it to divide, and transports vital materials from one part of the cell to another.

15 Oct 2024

New insights on protein degraders open doors to treatment for 'undruggable' diseases

Researchers at the University of Dundee have revealed in the greatest detail yet the workings of molecules called 'protein degraders' which can be deployed to combat what have previously been regarded as 'undruggable' diseases, including cancers and neurodegenerative diseases.

12 Oct 2024

Studying yeast could unlock new ways to make cancer cells more vulnerable

What can stressed yeast teach us about fundamental processes in the cell? A lot, according to scientists at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL). The team studies, among other topics, how cells adapt to stress -- such as nutrient deprivation.

9 Oct 2024

Understanding proteasome function in Trichomonas vaginalis for drug development

Researchers from IOCB Prague are furthering the understanding of how medicines work and what it takes to develop their most effective variants.

8 Oct 2024

New platform mimics immune interactions to boost cancer treatment

Imagine a world where your own immune cells are transformed into cancer-fighting superheroes.

7 Oct 2024

Researchers unveil complete neuronal map of fruit fly brain

Researchers map the whole brain of Drosophila melanogaster, or the fruit fly, which comprises about 140,000 neurons and over 50 million synapses.

4 Oct 2024

Scientists uncover two Crohn’s disease subtypes using lab-grown intestines, offering hope for personalized therapies

Researchers used stem-cell derived organoids from Crohn's disease patients to identify two molecular subtypes, paving the way for personalized treatments targeting specific disease characteristics.

2 Oct 2024

High levels of microplastics found in prostate tumors, possibly linked to take-out food

Researchers discovered microplastics in both tumor and para-tumor prostate tissues, with higher concentrations found in tumor samples, raising concerns about their potential role in cancer development.

1 Oct 2024

Graphene breakthrough offers hope against antibiotic-resistant infections

With strong bactericidal properties, graphene has the potential to become a game changer in the fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

24 Sep 2024

Deep learning tool offers new insights into protein function and disease

A University of Missouri researcher has created a computer program that can unravel the mysteries of how proteins work together -; giving scientists valuable insights to better prevent, diagnose and treat cancer and other diseases.

23 Sep 2024

Mechanically stimulated 3D multicellular systems

To study biomechanical forces in multicellular systems, effective mechanical stimulation is an essential tool. A 3D microstructure device is developed using Two-Photon Polymerization (2PP)-based 3D printing for mimicking the human multicellular environment.

From Nanoscribe GmbH & Co. KG 18 Sep 2024

How stress reduces sperm motility by altering mitochondria

Researchers investigate the effects of perceived stress on sperm motility and maturation.

16 Sep 2024

New acoustic tweezers isolate viruses from saliva with high precision

Developing antiviral therapeutics and vaccines requires close study of the viruses that cause disease. But how can these small germs be isolated from complex biological samples like saliva?

11 Sep 2024

Disrupted glucose transport in oligodendrocytes linked to myelin thinning and aging in new research

This study uncovers how oligodendroglial lipid metabolism supports myelin homeostasis and axonal function under metabolic stress, crucial for neurodegeneration.

11 Sep 2024

Novel intermediate form of serotonin receptor identified as therapeutic target for psychiatric disorders

Misha Kudryshev's lab at the Max Delbrück Center has identified a molecular intermediate of a serotonin receptor that is involved in diseases such as depression and schizophrenia.

4 Sep 2024

PQBP3 protein found to play key role in aging and brain disorders

In a recent study published online on August 5 2024 in The EMBO Journal, researchers from Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU) in Japan have uncovered a crucial piece of this puzzle by focusing on the role of a single nucleolar protein.

3 Sep 2024

Fibrin fuels thromboinflammation and brain damage in COVID-19

Researchers reveal fibrin's critical role in COVID-19 by driving thromboinflammation and neuropathology, and highlight a potential antibody therapy to mitigate these effects.

29 Aug 2024

New bacterial defense mechanism revealed as potential tool for genome editing

Scientists who have described in a new study the step-by-step details of a bacterial defense strategy see the mechanism as a promising platform for development of a new genome-editing method.

29 Aug 2024

Unraveling the mystery of viral evolution

All organisms -; from fungi to mammals -; have the capacity to evolve and adapt to their environments. But viruses are master shapeshifters with the ability to mutate greater than any other organism. As a result, they can evade treatments or acquire resistance to once-effective antiviral medications.

28 Aug 2024

Study illuminates CDCA7's role in DNA methylation

DNA methylation, a process by which methyl groups are added to DNA molecules, is essential for the maintenance of DNA and the overall health of an organism.

27 Aug 2024