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Using live-cell fluorescence to assess SOD1 A4V aggregation in ALS

Live-cell fluorescence enables researchers to investigate SOD1 A4V protein aggregation and evaluate potential therapeutic compounds for ALS.

From Innoprot 8 Oct 2026

The role of new approach methodologies in life sciences research

New approach methodologies are advancing life sciences research by supporting innovative experimental models and drug development workflows.

From Lush Prize 8 Oct 2026

Developing a licorice extract lip balm for orolabial herpes

A licorice extract lip balm is formulated and evaluated for its potential application in managing orolabial herpes.

From University of Reading 8 Oct 2026

Improving cell recovery and growth with macromolecular crowding

Macromolecular crowding supports post-thaw cell recovery, proliferation, and growth factor bioactivity.

From 3D Bio-Tissues 8 Oct 2026

Translating organoid research into drug discovery insights

Organoid research provides valuable experimental insights, with ORGANOLE v1.1 supporting their application to drug discovery.

From İzmir Biomedicine and Genome Center 8 Oct 2026

Comparing three assays for BAY-1816032 serum analysis

Three complementary assays are used to assess BAY-1816032 concentrations in serum.

From İzmir Biomedicine and Genome Center 8 Oct 2026

Optimizing cell growth and recovery with CYTOBOOST™

CYTOBOOST™ Advanced Cell Care from 3D Bio-Tissues is designed to improve cell growth conditions.

From 3D Bio-Tissues 8 Oct 2026

Integrated approaches to covalent and non-covalent hit discovery

Integrated screening and structural analysis support covalent and non-covalent hit discovery by identifying promising compounds.

From Novalix 8 Oct 2026

Using cell-free synthesis to validate AI-designed antibodies

Cell-free synthesis enables efficient production and validation of AI-designed antibodies, supporting faster screening and antibody discovery workflows.

From Nuclera 8 Oct 2026

Producing active β1AR receptors in under 72 hours

Cell-free protein synthesis enables rapid production of active, monomeric β1AR receptors directly from DNA.

From Nuclera 8 Oct 2026

Advancing biologic development with complementary biophysical techniques

Integrated biophysical analysis supports biologic development by combining molecular interaction measurements with particle characterization.

From Malvern Panalytical 8 Oct 2026

Improving mAb formulation characterization

Dynamic light scattering supports mAb formulation characterization by measuring particle size and identifying changes associated with protein aggregation.

From Malvern Panalytical 8 Oct 2026

Screening STUB1–HSP70 interaction modulators with TR-FRET assays

CoraFluor™ TR-FRET assays support screening for modulators of the STUB1–HSP70 protein interaction.

From BMG LABTECH GmbH 8 Oct 2026

Live-cell detection of estrogenic endocrine disruptors

Estrogenic endocrine disruptors can be detected using nanoBRET biosensors, enabling live-cell screening and assessment of estrogenic activity.

From BMG LABTECH GmbH 8 Oct 2026

How Indoor Living May Be Changing the Human Microbiome

Indoor environments contain distinct microbial communities shaped by building design, ventilation, human activity, and contact with outdoor environments. Research suggests these exposures may influence the human microbiome and immune development, but their direct effects on health remain uncertain, highlighting the need to balance microbial contact with effective hygiene.

13 Oct 2026

Can GLP-1 Drugs Treat Parkinson’s Disease? What Research Shows

GLP-1 receptor agonists affect metabolic, inflammatory, and neuronal survival pathways implicated in Parkinson’s disease, with neuroprotective effects demonstrated in experimental models. Clinical trials have produced mixed findings, leaving disease-modifying benefits unproven and highlighting concerns about gastrointestinal side effects and weight loss.

16 Oct 2026

Cannabis and Health: How Cannabinoids Affect the Human Body

Dietary cannabinoids such as CBD show anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory activity in experimental studies, but evidence that supplementation improves human health remains limited.

16 Oct 2026

How Poorly Maintained Hot Tubs Promote Legionella Growth

Poorly maintained hot tubs can support Legionella growth and release contaminated droplets that cause Legionnaires’ disease or Pontiac fever when inhaled. Appropriate disinfection, cleaning, water management, and routine monitoring reduce this risk, particularly for older adults and people with weakened immune defenses.

16 Oct 2026

Leech Therapy: How It Works and Its Uses in Modern Medicine

Medicinal leech saliva contains anticoagulant, antiplatelet, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial compounds that are attracting scientific interest as potential drug candidates. Research into these molecules has contributed to the development of direct thrombin inhibitors, while ongoing studies are investigating their potential applications in treating inflammation, infection, and other medical conditions.

13 Oct 2026

Eye Microbiome: How Bacteria May Influence Eye Health and Disease

The ocular surface hosts a low-abundance microbial community that may help regulate immune defenses, while changes in its composition have been associated with inflammatory and infectious eye diseases. Research into the gut-eye axis and microbiome-targeted therapies suggests possible diagnostic and treatment applications, but the underlying mechanisms, causal relationships, and clinical effectiveness remain uncertain.

13 Oct 2026