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Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is a biologically important type of molecule that consists of a long chain of nucleotide units. Each nucleotide consists of a nitrogenous base, a ribose sugar, and a phosphate.

RNA Therapies in Liver Disease: Insights from Ochre Bio's CEO

In this interview, we speak with Jack O'Meara, co-founder and CEO of Ochre Bio, a pioneering force in liver disease treatment. O'Meara shares insights into Ochre Bio's innovative RNA therapies, their approach to tackling liver disease, and the company's vision for the future.

24 Jan 2024

Innovative new Smartlid™

Through an exclusive new partnership with ProtonDx, (London, UK), Alpha Laboratories (Eastleigh, UK) proudly announces the launch of SmartLid™, a revolutionary magnetic key and lid system that streamlines the nucleic acid extraction process

From Alpha Laboratories 24 Jan 2024

New workflow identifies shared cancer targets, advancing immunotherapy

Researchers developed the Splicing Neo Antigen Finder (SNAF) workflow, integrating deep learning to identify shared immunogenic neoantigens in cancers, offering new targets for cancer immunotherapy, particularly in melanoma and ovarian cancer.

23 Jan 2024

LTBR identified as potential target for cancer immunotherapy and marker of poor prognosis

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 16, Issue 1, entitled, "Systematic analysis of the prognostic value and immunological function of LTBR in human cancer."

23 Jan 2024

New atlas reveals a slew of cellular and molecular interactions that drive ovulation

An interdisciplinary collaboration used a cutting-edge form of RNA tagging to map the gene expression that occurs during follicle maturation and ovulation in mice.

23 Jan 2024

Study provides valuable insights into the evolutionary dynamics of hepatitis E virus

A combination therapy with multiple drugs is more effective than just one active compound. To begin with, at least.

23 Jan 2024

Persistent presence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA found in long COVID patients

Researchers conduct blood digital transcriptomics to determine the persistence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA in patients with long COVID-19.

23 Jan 2024

Lung cancer prediction using biomarkers based on bronchoalveolar fluid microbiomes

The lung microbiomes of patients with benign and malignant pulmonary diseases.

23 Jan 2024

Discovery of toxic and protective short RNAs associated with Alzheimer's disease and superior memory capacity

Researchers explored how Death Induced by Survival gene Elimination through the analysis of RNA-induced silencing complex-bound short RNAs in Alzheimer's disease models influences neuronal survival and correlates with neurotoxicity in AD.

22 Jan 2024

Study shows Omicron variants evade immune system like predecessors, suggesting key evolutionary trait in SARS-CoV-2

Researchers compared SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant of concern replication in human cell lines and primary airway cultures and measured host responses to infection.

19 Jan 2024

Prior mycobacterium exposure remodels immune cells, impacting tuberculosis defense

Tuberculosis, caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) kills upwards of 1.6 million people a year, making it one of the leading causes of death by an infectious agent worldwide-;and that number is only growing larger.

18 Jan 2024

Short strands of toxic RNAs contribute to brain cell death and DNA damage in Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease, which is expected to have affected about 6.7 million patients in the U.S. in 2023, results in a substantial loss of brain cells.

18 Jan 2024

COVID-19 vaccines saved over 1.4 million lives across Europe, WHO study reveals

A study analyzing COVID-19 mortality and vaccination data in Europe from December 2020 to March 2023 found that vaccination efforts reduced the death toll by 57%, saving approximately 1.4 million lives, with the most significant impact observed in older individuals and during the Omicron variant surge.

17 Jan 2024

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RNA Therapies in Liver Disease: Insights from Ochre Bio's CEO

Innovative new Smartlid™

New workflow identifies shared cancer targets, advancing immunotherapy

LTBR identified as potential target for cancer immunotherapy and marker of poor prognosis

New atlas reveals a slew of cellular and molecular interactions that drive ovulation

Study provides valuable insights into the evolutionary dynamics of hepatitis E virus

Persistent presence of SARS-CoV-2 RNA found in long COVID patients

Lung cancer prediction using biomarkers based on bronchoalveolar fluid microbiomes

Discovery of toxic and protective short RNAs associated with Alzheimer's disease and superior memory capacity

Study shows Omicron variants evade immune system like predecessors, suggesting key evolutionary trait in SARS-CoV-2

Prior mycobacterium exposure remodels immune cells, impacting tuberculosis defense

Short strands of toxic RNAs contribute to brain cell death and DNA damage in Alzheimer's

COVID-19 vaccines saved over 1.4 million lives across Europe, WHO study reveals

Study reveals intestinal helminth infection diminishes T cell response to COVID-19 mRNA vaccine

Anti-HIV drugs can be used to prevent inflammatory complications of bacterial sepsis

RBMX protein emerges as key player in cancer progression and immunotherapy response

Comprehensive analysis of more than 2 million SARS-CoV-2 samples detects co-infections and intra-host recombination

Jena researchers unravel PAPAS RNA's impact on breast cancer growth and metastasis

New study shows how brain glucose affects fungal disease treatment

GRK2: A new target for inhibiting macrophage infiltration and angiogenesis in rheumatoid arthritis

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