Immunology
Putting the brake on our immune system's response
Researchers have discovered how a tiny molecule known as miR-132 acts as a "handbrake" on our immune system—helping us fight infection.
Mar 4, 2019
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News tagged with tiny molecules
Oncology & Cancer
'All-star' team of molecules could be key to improving cancer therapy
A team of tiny molecules that work together to make cancer cells less aggressive has been discovered by Australian researchers.
Jul 25, 2018
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Cocaine vaccine passes key testing hurdle
Researchers at Weill Cornell Medical College have successfully tested their novel anti-cocaine vaccine in primates, bringing them closer to launching human clinical trials. Their study, published online by the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, ...
May 10, 2013
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Medical research
Estrogen fuels autoimmune liver damage
A life-threatening condition that often requires transplantation and accounts for half of all acute liver failures, autoimmune hepatitis is often precipitated by certain anesthetics and antibiotics. Researchers say these ...
Apr 30, 2013
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Immunology
Immune finding aids quest for vaccines to beat tropical infections
Scientists are a step closer to developing vaccines for a range of diseases that affect 200 million people, mainly in tropical south-east Asia, Africa and Central America.
Mar 14, 2013
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Medical research
Researchers spearhead groundbreaking research into treatment of brain swelling
Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have reported the results of groundbreaking research into the prevention of cerebral oedema or swelling of the brain, a major cause of death in people who have sustained a traumatic injury ...
May 22, 2012
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Oncology & Cancer
A non-invasive tool for diagnosing cancer
Researchers in Singapore have developed an ultrasensitive method to detect micro-RNAs: tiny molecules that can indicate the presence of tumours. They are applying the technology toward a non-invasive screening test for gastric ...
May 20, 2015
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Oncology & Cancer
New targeted therapy for advanced prostate cancer shows anti-tumor activity in clinical trials
Few available treatment options exist once prostate cancer has spread to other parts of the body and has failed to respond to therapies that involve blocking the male hormone androgen. Patients with advanced, hormone-refractory ...
Nov 7, 2012
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