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Experimental cancer drug may help clear HIV from infected cells in the brain

An experimental drug originally developed to treat cancer may help clear HIV from infected cells in the brain, according to a new Tulane University study.

25 Jul 2024

Cryo-electron microscopy reveals how membrane microdomains respond to mechanical stress

Cell membranes play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of cells. However, the mechanisms by which they perform these roles are not yet fully understood.

24 Jul 2024

Traffic-related ultrafine particles impair mitochondrial function in human olfactory cells

Ultrafine particles, UFPs, the smallest contributors to air pollution, hinder the function of mitochondria in human olfactory mucosa cells, a new study shows.

24 Jul 2024

WVU researchers explore immune cell interactions in multiple sclerosis

A West Virginia University immunologist is exploring how the interaction between two types of immune cells within the central nervous system covering causes multiple sclerosis to develop.

24 Jul 2024

More types of lung cells can be infected by SARS-CoV-2 than previously thought, scientists report

Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys, University of California San Diego and their international collaborators have reported that more types of lung cells can be infected by SARS-CoV-2 than previously thought, including those without known viral receptors.

23 Jul 2024

Long-acting injectable CAB-LA safe for HIV PrEP during pregnancy, study finds

Long-acting injectable cabotegravir (CAB-LA) was safe and well tolerated as HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) before and during pregnancy in the follow-up phase of a global study among cisgender women.

23 Jul 2024

Synthetic solutions for ethical and effective drug testing

Improving human quality of life with drug treatments is a complicated issue. Drug certification, including drug safety and reliability, entails a long series of tests and government approvals before the drug is available for anyone to use.

22 Jul 2024

Combination therapy incorporating three existing drugs shows potential for treating retinal degenerations

Drug repurposing shows promise in the treatment of retinal degenerations, according to a new study by an international team of researchers, published in Nature Communications.

22 Jul 2024

Breakthrough malaria vaccines RTS,S and R21 poised to save thousands of lives

Research paper reviews the efficacy of the first licensed malaria vaccines, RTS,S and R21, highlighting their potential to significantly reduce childhood mortality and discussing future vaccine development strategies.

21 Jul 2024

New drugs show promise in shrinking breast cancer brain metastases

Researchers from Drexel's College of Medicine have identified new drugs that show early success in shrinking breast cancer tumors that have metastasized in the brain.

18 Jul 2024

Porcine study reveals meurotoxic and pro-inflammatory effects of microplastics on enteric nervous system

Researchers investigates the effects of polyethylene terephthalate microplastics on the neuronal population in the porcine jejunum.

18 Jul 2024

Harnessing ctDNA measurements for response assessment in metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer

A new editorial paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on July 2, 2024, entitled, "Using early on-treatment circulating tumor DNA measurements as response assessment in metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer."

18 Jul 2024

Study: Women with severe endometriosis 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer

A landmark study from researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the U), the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the U, and Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine found that women with severe endometriosis are 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer, compared to women who do not have the disease.

18 Jul 2024

Membrane News and Research

Experimental cancer drug may help clear HIV from infected cells in the brain

Cryo-electron microscopy reveals how membrane microdomains respond to mechanical stress

Traffic-related ultrafine particles impair mitochondrial function in human olfactory cells

WVU researchers explore immune cell interactions in multiple sclerosis

More types of lung cells can be infected by SARS-CoV-2 than previously thought, scientists report

Long-acting injectable CAB-LA safe for HIV PrEP during pregnancy, study finds

Synthetic solutions for ethical and effective drug testing

Combination therapy incorporating three existing drugs shows potential for treating retinal degenerations

Breakthrough malaria vaccines RTS,S and R21 poised to save thousands of lives

New drugs show promise in shrinking breast cancer brain metastases

Porcine study reveals meurotoxic and pro-inflammatory effects of microplastics on enteric nervous system

Harnessing ctDNA measurements for response assessment in metastatic castration resistant prostate cancer

Study: Women with severe endometriosis 10 times more likely to get ovarian cancer

Researchers develop an analytical tool that could lead to lead to noninvasive "liquid biopsies"

Harnessing cell's natural delivery system for targeted drug delivery

E. coli genomic analysis uncovers antibiotic resistance mechanisms in dogs

Unraveling the role of liquid-liquid phase separation in neurodegenerative diseases

Twincretin drug Tirzepatide shows unmatched efficacy in weight loss and diabetes management

Review highlights unique characteristics and mechanisms of ferroptosis

Novel DNA aptamers of melanopsin developed to regulate circadian rhythm

E-Cigarettes and Ethanol: A forensic Perspective on Vaping

Understanding Consumer-Consented Data to Optimize Digital Health Programs

The Future is Wearable: Advancing Human Health Through Portable Spectroscopy

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