Molecular 'ZIP code' draws killer T cells to brain tumors
UCSF scientists have developed a "molecular GPS" to guide immune cells into the brain and kill tumors without harming healthy tissue.
Dec 6, 2024
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Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins: News and Research on Proteoglycans
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New technique allows technicolor imaging of degenerative joint disease
Medical imaging is no longer in Kansas, Toto, as a team led by Penn State researchers brings traditional black and white diagnostic images of X-rays and traditional CT scans into technicolor. The researchers developed novel ...
Oct 28, 2024
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Matrix remodeling study reveals the influence of the cellular environment on vision
The environment of retinal nerve cells plays a crucial role in the processing of visual signals. The processing of visual information begins with a targeted and balanced communication between nerve cells in the retina via ...
Feb 5, 2024
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Radio-theranostics strategy offers a powerful new tool in the fight against pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is one of the deadliest cancers worldwide, with a 5-year survival rate of less than 10%. Many PDAC tumors in early stage go undetected because they are not found using conventional ...
Oct 16, 2023
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Treatment of chronic spinal cord injury restores function to forelimb in rat study
A new study published in the Journal of Neurotrauma demonstrates a strategy for treating a chronic spinal cord injury in rats that led to functional recovery of the paralyzed forelimb and paw and precision movements of the ...
Oct 3, 2023
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Genetic switch turns tumor suppressor into oncogene in colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, and only around 10% of patients survive for five years after being diagnosed.
Sep 11, 2023
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Mimicking brain plasticity in children to control post-traumatic stress
Could we temporarily increase brain plasticity in adults to decrease fear and anxiety responses in people who have experienced trauma? CHU Sainte-Justine Neuroscientist Graziella Di Cristo and her team were determined to ...
May 18, 2023
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The biotribology of cartilage resurfacing implant materials
Untreated knee cartilage defects can lead to osteoarthritis, with symptoms such as continuous pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Current treatments for cartilage defects are limited to lesion sizes and specific age groups. ...
Sep 19, 2022
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A common mechanism for cancer metastasis and atherosclerosis
A key molecule for cancer metastasis has been identified as a molecule already known for its involvement in cardiovascular disease, suggesting a possible treatment approach for both diseases simultaneously.
Jul 25, 2022
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