Scientists from Hokkaido University have discovered a novel defensive response to SARS-CoV-2 that involves the viral pattern recognition receptor RIG-I. Upregulating expression of this protein could strengthen the immune ...
May 21, 2021
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Scientists from Hokkaido University have shown that an antigen-based test for quantifying SARS-CoV-2 in saliva samples is simple, rapid, and more conducive for mass-screening.
May 20, 2021
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A hydrogel developed at Hokkaido University successfully reverted cancer cells back to cancer stem cells within 24 hours in six different human cancer types. This could lead to the development of anti-cancer stem cell drugs ...
Mar 29, 2021
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Developing reasonably priced, easy-to-use diagnosis kits that can swiftly and accurately detect infectious diseases in developing countries has become the main mission of Chie Nakajima and Kyoko Hayashida, as they seek to ...
Feb 25, 2021
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Scientists have revealed the molecular mechanism regulating the trafficking of lysosomes that increases the invasiveness of radioresistant cancer cells following radiotherapy.
Oct 29, 2020
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Scientists have estimated that the age of an individual does not indicate how likely they are to be infected by SARS-CoV-2. However, development of symptoms, progression of the disease, and mortality are age-dependent.
Oct 12, 2020
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Scientists have identified key molecules that mediate radioresistance in glioblastoma multiforme; these molecules are a potential target for the treatment of this brain cancer.
Sep 30, 2020
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Scientists at Hokkaido University and colleagues in Japan have demonstrated a quick and effective mass testing approach using saliva samples to detect individuals who have been infected with COVID-19 but are still not showing ...
Sep 28, 2020
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A comprehensive search of genetic variation databases has revealed no significant differences across populations and ethnic groups in seven genes associated with viral entry of SARS-CoV-2.
Sep 24, 2020
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A team of scientists has unraveled the molecular mechanism behind one of the causes of colorectal cancer, and a treatment target.
Sep 15, 2020
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