New method drives cellular HIV reservoirs to self-destruct
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is no longer a death sentence, yet a cure remains elusive. While current therapies can […]
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Aspirin to fight an expensive global killer infection
Research led by the Centenary Institute in Sydney has found a brand new target for treating drug-resistant tuberculosis; our scientists […]
» Read moreHow ‘sleeper cell’ cancer stem cells are maintained in chronic myelogenous leukemia: This knowledge offers a strategy to target and eliminate these persistent leukemic stem cells
Most patients with chronic myelogenous leukemia can be treated with tyrosine kinase inhibitors. These drugs are highly effective and lead […]
» Read moreHow the microbiota controls neutrophil activity
A host protein called Serum Amyloid A (Saa) is a major factor mediating the effects of the microbiota on the […]
» Read moreTurning them on, turning them off — how to control stem cells: Scientists have identified how a mutant gene in fish is involved in controlling stem cells
Scientists at the University of Bath have identified how a mutant gene in fish is involved in controlling stem cells. […]
» Read moreStem cells provide greater insight into rotator cuff disease
Rotator cuff tears are common injuries, and proper healing of the shoulder muscle is often difficult. “Chronic tears often result […]
» Read moreT-cell receptor diversity may be key to treatment of follicular lymphoma, study finds
Healthy white blood cells, called “T-cells,” play a crucial role in how the body fights follicular lymphoma. That’s according to […]
» Read moreHuman cells can change job to fight diabetes
Traditional cell biology textbooks say that most cells can only differentiate to the same cell type, with the same function. […]
» Read moreAntibody could increase cure rate for blood, immune disorders
An antibody-based treatment can gently and effectively eliminate diseased blood-forming stem cells in the bone marrow to prepare for the […]
» Read moreGraphene and related materials safety: Human health and the environment
As the drive to commercialise graphene continues, it is important that all safety aspects are thoroughly researched and understood. The […]
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