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Ancient gut microbes migrated with humans across the globe

As waves of humans left Africa tens of thousands of years ago, eventually populating the entire planet, they were joined on their world-conquering ride by the trillions of microorganisms that compose the gut microbiome.

7 Oct 2026

Researchers identify new protein regulator of muscle stem cell differentiation

Researchers at the Leibniz Institute on Aging—Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI) in Jena and the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg in Senftenberg have identified a previously unknown regulator of muscle stem cell differentiation.

7 Oct 2026

Study reveals link between mtDNA copy number and cancer severity

Mitochondria are small organelles within cells that play a central role in vital cellular processes, especially energy production.

7 Oct 2026

Researchers find gene expression patterns linked to severe pediatric COVID-19

Researchers have identified patterns of gene activity associated with severe COVID-19 in children that are shared with other serious respiratory infections.

7 Oct 2026

UCLA scientist develops new way to map cellular metabolism

Nutrition advice is everywhere. Eat more protein. Cut back on sugar. Get more fiber. But beneath all that advice is a surprisingly basic gap in our understanding: Scientists still have a limited view of what happens when specific nutrients reach individual cells inside the body.

6 Oct 2026

Study uncovers link between inherited blindness and a gene causing rare metabolic disease

Researchers at the Greenwood Genetic Center (GGC) led the discovery of an unexpected connection between inherited blindness and a gene known for causing a rare metabolic disorder.

6 Oct 2026

Specific gene variants influence dental symptoms in rare bone condition

In hypophosphatasia, a rare inherited condition that weakens bones and teeth, early tooth loss can be the first, or even the only obvious sign.

6 Oct 2026

Terumo announces global commercial launch of K-Pack Embrace™ active safety needle

Terumo Corporation today announced the global commercial launch of its K-Pack Embrace™ active safety needle.

From Terumo Corporation 6 Oct 2026

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies partners with TrAMPoline Pharma to automate TIL therapy manufacturing for solid tumors

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies (Terumo BCT), a medical technology company advancing blood- and cell-based therapies worldwide, has entered a research collaboration with TrAMPoline Pharma and Eduardo Davila, PhD, at the University of Colorado to develop an automated manufacturing approach for tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte (TIL) therapies targeting solid tumors.

6 Oct 2026

Before the first bite: A missing gut protein may set the stage for peanut allergy

For most people, a peanut butter sandwich poses no threat. But for the roughly 1.6 million children in the United States with peanut allergy, exposure can trigger a life-threatening reaction.

6 Oct 2026

Lipid signaling pathway helps cells survive bacterial toxin damage

Epithelial cells form the body's frontline barriers, helping keep microbes, toxins, and other harmful substances out.

5 Oct 2026

New BCR analysis method tracks immune recovery after stem cell transplantation

A research team led by Associate Professor Yohei Funakoshi, Associate Professor Kimikazu Yakushijin, and Professor Hironobu Minami of the Division of Medical Oncology/Hematology at Kobe University Hospital, together with Associate Professor Goh Ohji of the Division of Infectious Disease Therapeutics and Takaji Matsutani of Anymics Inc., has developed the pGen-SHM plot.

5 Oct 2026

Restoring cellular recycling helps the body clear harmful zombie cells

As we grow older, our bodies accumulate "zombie cells"-living cells that have stopped dividing or functioning normally-but linger in our tissues, contributing to chronic inflammation and age-related diseases.

5 Oct 2026

Cambridge and London Life Sciences Showcase returns during JPM Healthcare Week 2027

o2h co-discovery has announced that the Cambridge × London Life Sciences Showcase will return for its second edition during J.P. Morgan Healthcare Week 2027 in San Francisco.

From o2h Group 5 Oct 2026

BioDuro appoints Greg Makara as Senior Vice President Lead Discovery Chemistry to strengthen early drug discovery capabilities

BioDuro, a global integrated contract research, development and manufacturing organization (CRDMO), today announced the appointment of Greg Makara, Ph.D., as Senior Vice President Lead Discovery Chemistry.

From BioDuro 5 Oct 2026

Dana-Farber research reveals possible new target for treatment of sickle cell and beta thalassemia

That pathway involves BACH2 and NRF2 and was discovered using a large genome-wide association study that enabled an analysis of genes related to fetal hemoglobin from a wide range of ancestries, including European, African, and Asian ancestries.

5 Oct 2026

Shift Bioscience publication increases confidence in AI virtual cells for novel target discovery

Shift Bioscience (Shift), a biotechnology company uncovering the biology of cell rejuvenation to develop new therapies for age driven diseases, today announced the publication of new research in Nature Biotechnology describing an improved calibration framework for deep learning-based genetic perturbation models.

From Shift Bioscience 5 Oct 2026

CN Bio announces expert speaker line-up and scientific program for inaugural Organ-on-a-chip e-Symposium

CN Bio, a leading Organ-on-a-chip (OOC) company de-risking drug discovery and development pipelines by enabling earlier, more confident decision-making, today announced the full scientific program for the 2026 'From Insight to Decision' e-Symposium.

From CN Bio 5 Oct 2026

ESTEVE CDMO expands U.S. capacity with additional $17.5 million investment in Morton Grove

ESTEVE CDMO, a global pure-play CDMO specializing in the development and manufacture of small-molecule APIs and pharmaceutical intermediates, has approved an additional $17.5 million capacity expansion and containment capabilities at its Morton Grove, Illinois facility, bringing total announced investment at the site to $33 million.

From ESTEVE CDMO 5 Oct 2026

Dr. GPCR and Eurofins Discovery join forces to advance GPCR drug discovery

Dr. GPCR, the global knowledge hub for G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) research and education, today announced a strategic partnership with Eurofins Discovery, the drug discovery services side of the same group behind the Eurofins DiscoverX products many in the community already know.

From Eurofins Discovery 5 Oct 2026

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Life Science News

Ancient gut microbes migrated with humans across the globe

Researchers identify new protein regulator of muscle stem cell differentiation

Study reveals link between mtDNA copy number and cancer severity

Researchers find gene expression patterns linked to severe pediatric COVID-19

UCLA scientist develops new way to map cellular metabolism

Study uncovers link between inherited blindness and a gene causing rare metabolic disease

Specific gene variants influence dental symptoms in rare bone condition

Terumo announces global commercial launch of K-Pack Embrace™ active safety needle

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies partners with TrAMPoline Pharma to automate TIL therapy manufacturing for solid tumors

Before the first bite: A missing gut protein may set the stage for peanut allergy

Lipid signaling pathway helps cells survive bacterial toxin damage

New BCR analysis method tracks immune recovery after stem cell transplantation

Restoring cellular recycling helps the body clear harmful zombie cells

Cambridge and London Life Sciences Showcase returns during JPM Healthcare Week 2027

BioDuro appoints Greg Makara as Senior Vice President Lead Discovery Chemistry to strengthen early drug discovery capabilities

Dana-Farber research reveals possible new target for treatment of sickle cell and beta thalassemia

Shift Bioscience publication increases confidence in AI virtual cells for novel target discovery

CN Bio announces expert speaker line-up and scientific program for inaugural Organ-on-a-chip e-Symposium

ESTEVE CDMO expands U.S. capacity with additional $17.5 million investment in Morton Grove

Dr. GPCR and Eurofins Discovery join forces to advance GPCR drug discovery

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