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Complex assembly process involved in DNA virus replication revealed

In a twist on the question, "Which came first, the chicken or the egg?", scientists have long faced a similar question about how human adenovirus replicates: "Which comes first, assembly of the viral particle, or packaging of the viral genome?"

5 Apr 2023

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Eating lots of fats increases the risk of metabolic disorders, but the mechanisms behind the problem have not been well understood.

5 Apr 2023

Understanding how surface factors influence or inhibit biofilm formation in the presence of antibiotics

Similar to how cells within human tissues communicate and function together as a whole, bacteria are also able to communicate with each other through chemical signals, a behavior known as quorum signaling (QS).

5 Apr 2023

SFU researchers study pathogen genes to develop new drugs against bacterial infections

Researchers at Simon Fraser University are studying the genes of superbugs to aid the development of new and effective treatments for drug-resistant bacterial infections.

5 Apr 2023

St. Jude computational biologists characterize the full spectrum of oncogenic fusions in pediatric cancer

The scientific foundation needed to work on curing a class of cancer-causing mutations is here, in the form of a tool from St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

5 Apr 2023

Researchers develop a method for making “mini-heart” using pluripotent stem cells

A team at the Technical University of Munich has induced stem cells to emulate the development of the human heart.

5 Apr 2023

New anticancer agent activated by ultrasound waves does not have strong side effects

Chemotherapy treatments produce strong side effects. A new agent that accumulates in the tumor tissue and is activated thereby ultrasound waves does not have this problem.

5 Apr 2023

Naturally produced molecule directly targets and keeps Fusobacteria under control

Researchers at the Forsyth Institute have discovered an important mechanism that may have profound implications for how we prevent colorectal cancer. Oddly enough, their discovery began in the mouth.

5 Apr 2023

Scientists unearth some of the biological mechanisms behind ferroptosis

A team of researchers at Tohoku University has unearthed some of the biological mechanisms of ferroptosis, a recently discovered type of regulated cell death that is triggered by iron and the accumulation of lipid peroxidation - lipids that have undergone oxidative degeneration.

5 Apr 2023

Mosaic Therapeutics closes $28m series A funding and appoints Brian Gladsden as CEO

Mosaic Therapeutics, an oncology therapeutics company dedicated to resolving cancer’s complexity to power new treatments for patients, today announced the close of its $28 million series A funding round.

From Mosaic Therapeutics 4 Apr 2023

CRISPR screens reveal genetic determinants of PARP inhibition in prostate cancer

Prostate cancer tumors harboring BRCA1/2 mutations are exceptionally sensitive to PARP inhibitors, while genomic alterations in other DNA damage response (DDR) genes are less responsive.

4 Apr 2023

New software tool uses genetic data to improve cancer modeling technology

Lifestyle behaviors such as eating well and exercising can be significant factors in one's overall health. But the risk of developing cancer is predominantly at the whim of an individual's genetics.

4 Apr 2023

Newly discovered brain circuit involving the astrocyte may help you to calm down

A brimming inbox on Monday morning sets your head spinning. You take a moment to breathe and your mind clears enough to survey the emails one by one.

4 Apr 2023

Unique brain proteins may be critical regulators of body weight

Genetic factors could contribute to up to 50-75% of the variance in body mass index, or BMI, in the population.

4 Apr 2023

Live attenuated nasal vaccine elicits superior immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants in hamsters

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers have been working on mucosal vaccines that can be administered through the nose.

4 Apr 2023

Adding purified form of curcumin to preserve and enhance probiotic yogurt

Researchers have succeeded for the first time in adding a highly purified form of curcumin to yogurt in a way that ensures it remains dissolved in the dairy product and preserves it, while tasting good.

4 Apr 2023

Endothelial deletion of the Wt1 gene affects coronary vessel formation and myocardial development

How is the mammals' heart formed? What role do endothelial cells play? Do the same pathways and genes involved in the formation of the embryonic heart also play a role in repair processes?

4 Apr 2023

Increased expression of collagens can drive longer lifespan at warm temperatures

Researchers have long known that many animals live longer in colder climates than in warmer climates.

4 Apr 2023

N-abling the acceleration of the life sciences through precision dispensing

In this interview, we speak to Holger Eickhoff, CEO and Founder of Scienion, about their latest technology, The Nucleus Automation Ecosystem.

From SCIENION GmbH 4 Apr 2023

Optibrium appoints computational modelling expert, Dr Hamed Tabatabaei Ghomi as Head of Research

Optibrium, a leading developer of software and AI solutions for drug discovery, today announced the appointment of Dr Hamed Tabatabaei Ghomi as Head of Research.

From Optibrium Ltd. 4 Apr 2023

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Complex assembly process involved in DNA virus replication revealed

UCI biologists discover how to ward off harmful effects caused by a high-fat diet

Understanding how surface factors influence or inhibit biofilm formation in the presence of antibiotics

SFU researchers study pathogen genes to develop new drugs against bacterial infections

St. Jude computational biologists characterize the full spectrum of oncogenic fusions in pediatric cancer

Researchers develop a method for making “mini-heart” using pluripotent stem cells

New anticancer agent activated by ultrasound waves does not have strong side effects

Naturally produced molecule directly targets and keeps Fusobacteria under control

Scientists unearth some of the biological mechanisms behind ferroptosis

Mosaic Therapeutics closes $28m series A funding and appoints Brian Gladsden as CEO

CRISPR screens reveal genetic determinants of PARP inhibition in prostate cancer

New software tool uses genetic data to improve cancer modeling technology

Newly discovered brain circuit involving the astrocyte may help you to calm down

Unique brain proteins may be critical regulators of body weight

Live attenuated nasal vaccine elicits superior immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants in hamsters

Adding purified form of curcumin to preserve and enhance probiotic yogurt

Endothelial deletion of the Wt1 gene affects coronary vessel formation and myocardial development

Increased expression of collagens can drive longer lifespan at warm temperatures

N-abling the acceleration of the life sciences through precision dispensing

Optibrium appoints computational modelling expert, Dr Hamed Tabatabaei Ghomi as Head of Research

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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