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Specific immune mechanism in COVID-19 patients triggers inflammatory process

Researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) in Brazil have demonstrated for the first time that in COVID-19 patients an immune mechanism known as the inflammasome participates in activation of the inflammatory process that can damage several organs and even lead to death.

3 Dec 2020

Researchers develop new method to select the best microalgae for biodiesel production

Microalgae are a promising source of energy to replace fossil fuels, as they have several advantages over conventional crops used for commercial biodiesel.

2 Dec 2020

Study identifies a promising target for cancer treatment

If there is a positive aspect in cancer’s random biology, it is that the same characteristics that promote the growth of cancer cells usually present opportunities for destroying them.

2 Dec 2020

Study shows metabolic state of disease-causing parasite influences its resistance to drugs

A new study has revealed how a disease-causing parasite is able to resist the present range of therapies. The study was recently published in eLife.

2 Dec 2020

New molecular imaging strategy helps observe the sperm selection process

A protein called CatSper1 may act as a molecular 'barcode' that helps determine which sperm cells will make it to an egg and which are eliminated along the way.

2 Dec 2020

Study: Painkillers interfere with auxin flow essential for developmental processes in plants

For centuries humans were using willow barks to treat a headache or an inflamed tooth. Later, the active ingredient, the plant hormone salicylic acid, was used to develop painkillers like Aspirin.

2 Dec 2020

Researchers identify chemical compounds that could block key enzyme in SARS-CoV-2

According to a new study, chemical compounds found in dark chocolate can inhibit the function of a specific enzyme, or protease, in the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

1 Dec 2020

Researchers develop new hydrogel for agriculture

Scientists of Tomsk Polytechnic University, in cooperation with Czech colleagues, have developed a new hydrogel for agriculture. It is meant to retain moisture and fertilizers in the soil.

1 Dec 2020

Scientists conduct “molecular dissection” of part of virus that causes foot-and-mouth disease

Scientists have conducted a 'molecular dissection' of a part of the virus that causes foot-and-mouth disease, to try and understand why the pathogen is so infectious.

1 Dec 2020

Scientists successfully edit SIV virus from genomes of non-human primates

Taking a major step forward in HIV research, scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University have successfully edited SIV - a virus closely related to HIV, the cause of AIDS - from the genomes of non-human primates.

1 Dec 2020

Researchers develop microorganism that produces biodiesel precursors from lignocellulosic biomass

Automobile exhaust emitted by fossil-fuel-based vehicles, especially those operating on diesel, is known to be a major source of fine dust and greenhouse gases. Using biodiesel instead of diesel is an effective way of coping with climate change caused by greenhouse gases while reducing fine dust emissions.

1 Dec 2020

New study refutes a major cellular process in bacteria

Despite explanations in textbooks, a new study has discovered and elucidated a cellular process that has continued to remain a mystery for researchers.

30 Nov 2020

Study shows how telomeres protect chromosome ends

Telomeres are essentially specialized structures that are located at the end of chromosomes. These structures ensure a healthy cell division.

27 Nov 2020

Research provides the most comprehensive atlas of wheat genome sequences

In a landmark discovery for global wheat production, a University of Saskatchewan-led international team has sequenced the genomes for 15 wheat varieties representing breeding programs around the world.

26 Nov 2020

Cell survival protein could protect the kidneys from 'bystander' damage during cancer therapy

Australian researchers have identified a protein that could protect the kidneys from 'bystander' damage caused by cancer therapies.

From Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research (WEHI) 26 Nov 2020

Study shows how bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics

A group of researchers has successfully evolved the common microorganisms Escherichia coli at the experimental level.

25 Nov 2020

Microbes could make phosphorus trapped in soils more accessible to crops

Phosphorus is a necessary nutrient for plants to grow. But when it's applied to plants as part of a chemical fertilizer, phosphorus can react strongly with minerals in the soil, forming complexes with iron, aluminum and calcium.

25 Nov 2020

Study explains why immunotherapy works on certain patients with head and neck cancer

Researchers have found new clues about why certain individuals with head and neck cancer are able to respond to immunotherapy, while others fail to do so.

25 Nov 2020

Researchers identify new gene involved in neurodevelopmental disorders

Researchers and physicians constantly search for novel disease genes that can allow them to figure out why medical problems are not diagnosed in patients.

24 Nov 2020

Study shows how drug-like small molecules regulate the activity of ion channels

Researchers have recently discovered how the function of therapeutically relevant ion channels is regulated by drug-like small molecules.

24 Nov 2020

Laboratory News and Research

Specific immune mechanism in COVID-19 patients triggers inflammatory process

Researchers develop new method to select the best microalgae for biodiesel production

Study identifies a promising target for cancer treatment

Study shows metabolic state of disease-causing parasite influences its resistance to drugs

New molecular imaging strategy helps observe the sperm selection process

Study: Painkillers interfere with auxin flow essential for developmental processes in plants

Researchers identify chemical compounds that could block key enzyme in SARS-CoV-2

Researchers develop new hydrogel for agriculture

Scientists conduct “molecular dissection” of part of virus that causes foot-and-mouth disease

Scientists successfully edit SIV virus from genomes of non-human primates

Researchers develop microorganism that produces biodiesel precursors from lignocellulosic biomass

New study refutes a major cellular process in bacteria

Study shows how telomeres protect chromosome ends

Research provides the most comprehensive atlas of wheat genome sequences

Cell survival protein could protect the kidneys from 'bystander' damage during cancer therapy

Study shows how bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics

Microbes could make phosphorus trapped in soils more accessible to crops

Study explains why immunotherapy works on certain patients with head and neck cancer

Researchers identify new gene involved in neurodevelopmental disorders

Study shows how drug-like small molecules regulate the activity of ion channels

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