Developmental biology is a fascinating field that explores the processes governing the growth, differentiation, and organization of cells into complex multicellular organisms. From the moment of fertilization, when a sperm cell fuses with an egg cell, to the formation of fully functional organs and tissues, developmental biology seeks to unravel the intricate molecular, cellular, and … Read more
The cell, often described as the fundamental unit of life, represents the building block of all living organisms. This microscopic entity is the smallest structural and functional unit of life, capable of carrying out the essential processes necessary for an organism’s survival and reproduction. From single-celled organisms like bacteria to complex multicellular organisms like humans, … Read more
Scientists at the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have built and demonstrated the potential efficacy of a new chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell-based immunotherapy specifically designed to treat patients with cutaneous and rare subtypes of melanoma. CAR T-cell therapy uses genetically engineered versions of a patient’s immune cells to target and destroy cancer cells. … Read more
Medical science, also known as medicine, is a multidisciplinary field of study and practice that encompasses the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and disorders affecting the human body. It integrates knowledge from various scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, genetics, and psychology, to advance our understanding of health and illness. Medical science is … Read more
Today, medicines based on antibodies—proteins that fight infection and disease—are prescribed for everything from cancer to COVID-19 to high cholesterol. The antibody drugs are supplied by genetically-engineered cells that function as tiny protein-producing factories in the laboratory. Meanwhile, researchers have been targeting cancer, injuries to internal organs and a host of other ailments with new … Read more
Biotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that integrates biology, chemistry, genetics, and other scientific disciplines to harness biological systems and organisms for the development of useful products and technologies. It encompasses a wide range of applications, from healthcare and agriculture to industrial processes and environmental management. The core principle of biotechnology is the manipulation of living … Read more
Researchers have achieved a groundbreaking milestone by meticulously documenting the molecular transformations that convert a common form of prostate cancer into a rare and treatment-resistant small cell neuroendocrine (SCN) cancer. This revelation opens new avenues for understanding tumor evolution, potentially leading to innovative therapies to impede the development of SCN prostate cancers. Dr. Owen Witte … Read more
María Soledad Ramírez, a researcher at Cal State Fullerton focusing on antibiotic resistance, along with her team of students, has unveiled a promising breakthrough in the fight against Acinetobacter baumannii, a notorious superbug frequently encountered in hospitals, known for its resistance to many antibiotics. This superbug, named Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii (CRAB), poses a significant challenge … Read more
Researchers at USC Stem Cell have conducted a groundbreaking study that delves into the nuanced differences between male and female mouse kidneys. This study not only sheds light on how sex hormones influence these differences but also reveals a promising avenue for improving kidney resilience by “feminizing” male organs. Professor Andy McMahon, the director of … Read more
Advancements in human stem cell research are driving rapid progress in embryo models, offering a scientific and ethical alternative to using embryos from fertilized human eggs. Ethical guidelines have evolved alongside these developments. In an article published in the August 17 issue of the journal Cell, a team of biologists and ethicists propose augmenting the … Read more
Researchers from Keio University School of Medicine in Tokyo have conducted an early clinical trial demonstrating the potential of the Parkinson’s disease drug ropinirole in treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a fatal motor neuron disease that leads to a progressive loss of muscle control. The trial, reported … Read more