medicine

Copper Accumulation in the Body Drives Kidney Cancer Growth

Posted in Medicine, Science on 8th Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

The team found high copper levels help cancer cells make more of a special enzyme that boosts their energy and growth. At the same time, sugar (glucose) helps create a protective molecule called glutathione. This molecule clears out toxins and reduces the harmful effects of copper.

Study Reveals Actionable Findings for Improving CAR T-Cell Longevity in Patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Posted in Medicine, Science on 8th Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

In vivo studies proved that both methods of strengthening low type 2 CAR T-cells were notably effective in enhancing antitumor response.

In a First, Woman’s Type 1 Diabetes Reversed by a Stem Cell Transplant

Posted in Medicine, Science on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

These trials are crucial for determining the viability of scaling up this personalized treatment strategy, which may face challenges due to its tailored nature but also offers a promising avenue for other conditions treated via cellular therapy.

Autoimmune Diseases Stopped in Their Tracks by Donor Cell Therapy

Posted in Science on 2nd Nov, 2024
by Alexander Muller

Using the gene editor CRISPR-Cas9, the team wiped out five genes in the donor T cells to prevent them from attacking host cells and protect them from the host's immune system.

Exploring the promise of decentralised cancer clinical trials

Posted in Medicine, Science on 31st Oct, 2024
by Alexander Muller

The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted some of the vulnerabilities of the traditional clinical trial approach and accelerated change with some clinical trials, incorporating elements of decentralisation.