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Scientists determine structure of key protein in neuronal communication

Neurons talk to each other using chemical signals called neurotransmitters. Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have drawn on structural biology expertise to determine structures of vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2), a key component of neuronal communication.

2 Nov 2023

New "clickable" pseudoviruses could revolutionize virus research

Pseudoviruses resemble impostors: although harmless, they are designed in such a way that they can hardly be distinguished from their dangerous relatives. This makes them an invaluable tool in virus research.

2 Nov 2023

Gut bacteria promote social behavior and wound healing through oxytocin signaling

The gut microbiome, a community of trillions of microbes living in the human intestines, has an increasing reputation for affecting not only gut health but also the health of organs distant from the gut.

2 Nov 2023

TUM start-up nominated for Science Breakthrough of the Year at Falling Walls summit

It all began with basic research: While conducting laboratory experiments, a team at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) came across an active agent against multidrug-resistant bacteria with a fundamental difference to antibiotics developed to date.

2 Nov 2023

UH researcher awarded $1.2 million grant to unravel mystery of Z-RNA

University of Houston Assistant Professor of Biology and Biochemistry Quentin Vicens has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences to unravel the mystery of Z-RNA – an enigmatic RNA structure within our cells that plays a critical role in immune response.

2 Nov 2023

Study provides first characterization of the coral microbiome under hypoxia

A new study published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology, a journal of the American Society for Microbiology, provides the first characterization of the coral microbiome under hypoxia, insufficient oxygen in the water.

2 Nov 2023

New virus diagnosis device gives lab-quality results within just three minutes

A virus diagnosis device that gives lab-quality results within just three minutes has been invented by engineers at the University of Bath, who describe it as the 'world's fastest Covid test'.

2 Nov 2023

LMU medical scientists discover new mechanism of alarmin release

LMU medical scientists have demonstrated that important pro-inflammatory mediators are released into the bloodstream through tiny pores in the cell membrane at a very early stage of the immune response.

2 Nov 2023

Study uncovers how sex differences emerge and evolve in animals

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute and Heidelberg University in Germany have shown that sex differences in animals vary dramatically across species, organs and developmental stages, and evolve quickly at the gene level but slowly at the cell type level.

2 Nov 2023

Science, Innovation, and Xenotransplantation: A Discussion with Dr. Wenning Qin

In this interview, we delve deep into the pioneering world of xenotransplantation and the evolving landscape of gene editing.

2 Nov 2023

Industry & academia combine to support synthesis of squaric acid monoamides as building blocks for drug discovery

Global sustainable laboratory equipment visionaries, Asynt, have collaborated with Kingston University (London, UK) and renowned worldwide chemical products supplier, Key Organics, to develop an accessible new synthetic compound library.

From Asynt 2 Nov 2023

Bridging Chemistry and Biology: The Art of Designing Novel Therapeutics

In this interview, we delve into the journey and research of Sona Krajcovicova, exploring how diverse interests led to a passionate pursuit of chemistry, innovative approaches to drug development, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact on the world of therapeutics.

From ELRIG (UK) Ltd. 2 Nov 2023

New study provides insights about mosaic chromosomal alterations in diverse populations

As people age, the DNA in their cells begins to accumulate genetic mutations. Mosaic chromosomal alterations (mCAs), a category of mutations acquired in blood cells, are linked with a 10-fold increased risk of developing blood cancer.

1 Nov 2023

Study finds epigenetic signature for obesity susceptibility in human twins

A susceptibility to gain weight may be written into molecular processes of human cells, a Washington State University study indicates.

1 Nov 2023

New gene editing method creates first mice with human-like COVID-19

Researchers have genetically engineered the first mice that get a human-like form of COVID-19, according to a study published online November 1 in Nature.

1 Nov 2023

Proof-of-concept study holds promise for safer gene therapy techniques for treating immunodeficiencies

Researchers described an approach to edit the recombination-activating gene 2 (RAG2) locus for therapeutic applications.

1 Nov 2023

From Cells to Drugs: How Cell Painting is Transforming Drug Discovery

In this interview, Jordi Carreras delves into the fascinating world of Cell Painting, a powerful technology gaining momentum in drug discovery. He shares insights into his groundbreaking research, the unique aspects of Phenaros' drug discovery platform, and the synergy between academia and industry.

From ELRIG (UK) Ltd. 1 Nov 2023

UTA biology professor awarded NIH grant for new super-resolution microscope

UTA will soon add a new piece of cutting-edge equipment to its already impressive and growing research armamentarium - a type of super-resolution microscope (SRM) that allows biologists to see structures within a cell in even finer detail.

31 Oct 2023

Microbial communities growing on plastic debris in rivers could spread disease and antimicrobial resistance

Microbial communities growing on plastic debris in rivers may have the capacity to harbor potentially pathogenic microbes and act as reservoirs of antimicrobial resistance genes, according to a study published in Microbiome.

31 Oct 2023

New project combines traditional methods with metaviromics to study viral outbreaks in wild rodents

When, where, and why do diseases jump from animals to people? A new project will monitor how changing seasons, land use, and human behavior influence viral outbreaks in wild rodent populations, to identify hotspots with high potential for spillover into people.

31 Oct 2023

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Scientists determine structure of key protein in neuronal communication

New "clickable" pseudoviruses could revolutionize virus research

Gut bacteria promote social behavior and wound healing through oxytocin signaling

TUM start-up nominated for Science Breakthrough of the Year at Falling Walls summit

UH researcher awarded $1.2 million grant to unravel mystery of Z-RNA

Study provides first characterization of the coral microbiome under hypoxia

New virus diagnosis device gives lab-quality results within just three minutes

LMU medical scientists discover new mechanism of alarmin release

Study uncovers how sex differences emerge and evolve in animals

Science, Innovation, and Xenotransplantation: A Discussion with Dr. Wenning Qin

Industry & academia combine to support synthesis of squaric acid monoamides as building blocks for drug discovery

Bridging Chemistry and Biology: The Art of Designing Novel Therapeutics

New study provides insights about mosaic chromosomal alterations in diverse populations

Study finds epigenetic signature for obesity susceptibility in human twins

New gene editing method creates first mice with human-like COVID-19

Proof-of-concept study holds promise for safer gene therapy techniques for treating immunodeficiencies

From Cells to Drugs: How Cell Painting is Transforming Drug Discovery

UTA biology professor awarded NIH grant for new super-resolution microscope

Microbial communities growing on plastic debris in rivers could spread disease and antimicrobial resistance

New project combines traditional methods with metaviromics to study viral outbreaks in wild rodents

How innovation in dried blood spot testing is transforming neurological disease monitoring

Unlocking live single-cell functional insights

Fluidics in Modern Healthcare & Medical Device Innovation

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