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Single Injection of CRISPR Gene-Editing Treatment Safely Removes SIV From Non-Human Primates

A single injection of a novel CRISPR gene-editing treatment safely and efficiently removes SIV – a virus related to the AIDS-causing agent HIV – from the genomes of non-human primates, scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University now report.

17 Aug 2023

Animal Protein More Metabolically Responsive Than Plant Protein in Young and Older Adults, Study Finds

Protein from two ounce-equivalents (oz-eq) of animal-based protein foods provides greater essential amino acids (EAA) bioavailability than an equal two oz-eq of plant-based protein foods, according to scientists at Purdue University.

16 Aug 2023

Bioplastics From Black Soldier Flies: A Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Solution

Imagine using insects as a source of chemicals to make plastics that can biodegrade later -; with the help of that very same type of bug.

16 Aug 2023

Human Scent Receptors Could Help 'Sniff Out' Nerve Gases In New Sensor

By some estimates, the human nose can detect up to a trillion different smells with its hundreds of scent receptors.

14 Aug 2023

Whitespotted Eagle Rays Have a Broader Diet Than Previously Thought

With mighty jaws and plate-like teeth, the whitespotted eagle ray (Aetobatus narinari) can pretty much crunch on anything.

2 Aug 2023

RNA-Based CATCH Strategy Aims to Activate Dendritic Cells

Investigators at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have designed an innovative RNA-based strategy to activate dendritic cells-;which play a key role in immune response-;that eradicated tumors and prevented their recurrence in mouse models of melanoma.

28 Jul 2023

New Proof-of-Concept Model for Delivering Gene Editing Tools to Treat Blood Disorders

In a step forward in the development of genetic medicines, researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have developed a proof-of-concept model for delivering gene editing tools to treat blood disorders, allowing for the modification of diseased blood cells directly within the body.

28 Jul 2023

New Collaboration Aims to Advance Cancer Therapies Against Previously Undruggable Targets

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Nexo Therapeutics today announced a multi-year strategic collaboration that aligns the innovative technology and capabilities of each organization at the earliest stages of drug discovery and development to rapidly advance impactful new cancer therapies against previously undruggable targets.

26 Jul 2023

A Common Diabetes Drug Helps Prevent Muscle Atrophy and Muscular Fibrosis

You might not think of diabetes when you think of muscle function. But a common diabetes drug that regulates blood sugar can also prevent muscle atrophy and muscular fibrosis-;which can help the elderly bounce back faster from injury or illness.

26 Jul 2023

New Class of Brain Inhibitory Neurons May Contribute to Autism and Schizophrenia

A University of California, Irvine-led team of researchers working at the Center for Neural Circuit Mapping find links between brain disorders and dysfunction of newly identified inhibitory brain cell types.

26 Jul 2023

Dietary Fiber Regulates Gut Microbiota and Improves Epithelial Cell Proliferation

A high-fiber diet is known to have several health benefits. Scientific studies point to protection against such diseases as cancer and diabetes.

25 Jul 2023

Polyphenols in Muscadine Wine May Help Perk Up Sagging Skin

Could muscadine wine help perk up sagging skin? According to a new study, women who drank two glasses of dealcoholized muscadine wine daily showed significant improvements in the elasticity and water retention of their skin compared with those who consumed a placebo.

25 Jul 2023

Education News and Research

Single Injection of CRISPR Gene-Editing Treatment Safely Removes SIV From Non-Human Primates

Animal Protein More Metabolically Responsive Than Plant Protein in Young and Older Adults, Study Finds

Bioplastics From Black Soldier Flies: A Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Solution

Human Scent Receptors Could Help 'Sniff Out' Nerve Gases In New Sensor

Whitespotted Eagle Rays Have a Broader Diet Than Previously Thought

RNA-Based CATCH Strategy Aims to Activate Dendritic Cells

New Proof-of-Concept Model for Delivering Gene Editing Tools to Treat Blood Disorders

New Collaboration Aims to Advance Cancer Therapies Against Previously Undruggable Targets

A Common Diabetes Drug Helps Prevent Muscle Atrophy and Muscular Fibrosis

New Class of Brain Inhibitory Neurons May Contribute to Autism and Schizophrenia

Dietary Fiber Regulates Gut Microbiota and Improves Epithelial Cell Proliferation

Polyphenols in Muscadine Wine May Help Perk Up Sagging Skin

Researchers Make Breakthrough in Fight Against Familial Hypercholesterolemia

Using CRISPR to Improve Forest Resilience and Productivity

New Gene Discovery Could Revolutionize Sex Determination in Green Algae

Lipe Gene Plays Pivotal Role in Retinal Health, Study Finds

Research may Offer a New Way to Break Through Cancer's Hypoxia-Induced Defenses

T cells are Sensitive to Genetic Disturbances Within Mitochondrial Power Plants

New Breakthrough of Genetic Marker Improves Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

Squid-Inspired Soft Film Could Revolutionize Health Monitoring and Temperature Management

Driving Support for Pharmaceutical Testing Through Continuous Innovation

From Memory to Metaplasticity: Unraveling the Brain's Secrets

Revolutionizing Mass Spectrometry: A Deep Dive into Plasmion’s SICRIT® Technology

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