Oncology & Cancer
Investigating cancer drug toxicity leads to a critical discovery
It's not often that a failed clinical trial leads to a scientific breakthrough.
May 4, 2022
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Medical research
Small trial targeting Epstein-Barr infections shows promise as multiple sclerosis treatment
A team of researchers at Atara Biotherapeutics has conducted a small Phase I clinical trial of a therapeutic called ATA188 that targets Epstein-Barr infections (EBV) as a treatment for multiple sclerosis (MS). Representatives ...
Genetics
An approach to treating a severe congenital myopathy
The diagnosis is rare, but devastating—children with congenital muscle disorders often never learn to walk. Until now, there was no chance of recovery, but researchers at the University of Basel and University Hospital ...
Mar 29, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
New therapeutic target for hematologic malignancies identified
Inhibition of Ubiquitin Specific Peptidase 47 (USP47) was identified as a novel therapeutic target for hematologic malignancies bearing mutant oncoprotein EZH2, according to scientists from the Hefei Institutes of Physical ...
Jan 27, 2022
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Medical research
Fermented soybeans suppress asthma-induced airway inflammation
Bronchial asthma causes symptoms such as wheezing and cough due to chronic airway inflammation, but there is no fundamental treatment for it, leaving a desire for new prevention and treatment methods. Now a new study reveals ...
Oct 26, 2021
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Neuroscience
Long-lasting pain relief without opioids: Researchers develop a novel, local treatment for chronic pain
An investigation into the origins of the sensation of pain has led to the development of a novel and durable treatment for inflammatory pain that could be a promising alternative to opioids. The preclinical research was conducted ...
Oct 4, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Depression during menopause: How to spot it and treat it
(HealthDay)—Emotional changes in the run-up to menopause can sometimes lead to depression.
Sep 20, 2021
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Neuroscience
Research reveals drug targets for memory enhancement
Bristol-led research has identified specific drug targets within the neural circuits that encode memories, paving the way for significant advances in the treatment of a broad spectrum of brain disorders.
Sep 16, 2021
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Medications
Biomedical engineers demonstrate potential for the first clinically successful osteoarthritis drug
Post-traumatic osteoarthritis—caused by degraded cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in joints—occurs after a joint injury. With the knowledge that PTOA will lead to earlier onset and faster progression of osteoarthritis ...
Sep 1, 2021
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Medications
Researchers identify a potentially safer approach to opioid drug development
Opioids are powerful painkillers, but their use is hindered because patients become tolerant to them, requiring higher and higher doses, and overdoses can cause respiratory depression and death. A recent study from researchers ...
Aug 24, 2021
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