Life Sciences

Prolonging youth

So far – only for mice

Most likely, an attempt to cleanse the human body of aging cells will have not only benefits, but also serious side effects.

06.02.2020

Genetics

Protective mutations

Several variations in the structure of genes associated with Alzheimer's disease reduce the likelihood of developing this disease.

06.02.2020

Biomedicine

In silico

A Japanese pharmaceutical company is starting to test a drug synthesized with the help of artificial intelligence.

06.02.2020

Genetic engineering

Stopcock for immunotherapy

A new way to "turn off" CAR-T therapy has been developed to avoid life-threatening side effects.

05.02.2020

Genetics

One cell at a time

The non-invasive technique combines harmlessness for the unborn child and accuracy that such tests could not show before.

05.02.2020

Other life sciences

Levitation in a test tube

The method of magnetic levitation of plasma proteins is not just a fun research tool: it has exciting clinical prospects.

05.02.2020

Biomedicine

Don't shout, I'm not deaf!

"Chemical headphones" do not completely drown out the sound, but prevent damage from loud sounds.

05.02.2020

Nanotechnology

Nanomacons for theranostics

The "smart" material can be used for rapid DNA analysis and the creation of a new generation of cancer and other diseases.

05.02.2020

Genetics

Leukemic mutation

A mutation affecting the process of RNA splicing can create conditions for dangerous blood cancers.

05.02.2020

Biomedicine

Combo against melanoma

Researchers have identified a possible new combination treatment for melanoma based on immunotherapy.

04.02.2020

Other life sciences

Will there be a relapse?

A new microfluidic device determines the degree of "stickiness" of cancer cells and predicts the likelihood of metastasis.

04.02.2020

Genetics

Neanderthal genes in Africa

DNA fragments characteristic of Homo neanderthalensis were found in representatives of African tribes, although they had not been found there before.

04.02.2020

Biomedicine

Effectiveness has not been proven

Trials of the HIV vaccine, which was considered one of the most promising, have been discontinued ahead of schedule.

04.02.2020

Genetic engineering

Non-toxic CAR-T

CAR-T therapy may have fewer side effects if mRNA is used instead of viral DNA in the genetic modification of T cells.

03.02.2020

Bioethics

Surrogacy

The claims that this is immoral and "potentially destructive for the institution of the family" sound at least strange.

03.02.2020

Other life sciences

Diabetes and circadian rhythms

It is possible to cope with diabetes largely due to compliance with the daily routine and proper eating habits.

03.02.2020

Genetic engineering

Protective microflora

Geneticists have taught the bacteria of the intestinal microflora of bees to produce substances that protect their hosts from infection with viruses and ticks.

03.02.2020

Biomedicine

Antiviral cyclodextrins

The new drug is effective against herpes simplex virus, hepatitis C, HIV, Zika virus and respiratory syncytial virus.

31.01.2020

Genetic engineering

The deadly gene

Thanks to the development of American and British scientists, the number of agricultural pests – cabbage moth – will decrease.

31.01.2020

Cellular technologies

Caution: old cages!

Even a small number of aged cells in the transplant turned out to be enough for the recipients to decrease their physical activity.

31.01.2020