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The spike protein is found on the surface of SARS-CoV-2 and is responsible for its entry into host cells. Because of this function, it is the focus of most COVID-19 vaccines. A study has revealed foundational characteristics of the spike protein.

Researchers have used advanced electron microscopy to see how human viruses move in a near-native environment. The visualization technique could lead to improved understanding of how vaccine candidates and treatments behave and function as they interact with target cells.

Research indicates that many cancer patients lack sufficient immune protection against the measles and mumps viruses.

Researchers have developed a “dimmer switch” system that can control levels of proteins expressed from gene therapy vectors. The system is based on alternative RNA splicing and works effectively in tissues throughout the body, including the brain.

Scientists have used advanced imaging technology to provide an unprecedented understanding of the BRCA1-BARD1 protein complex, which is often mutated in patients with breast or ovarian cancer.

Researchers have developed magnetic, biodegradable nanomaterials that reduced the likelihood of mice fathering pups for at least 30 days.

Scientists from the German Cancer Research Center and Heidelberg University Hospital have for the first time been able to delay the development of hereditary colorectal cancer with a protective vaccination. Mice with a hereditary predisposition to colorectal cancer survived significantly longer after vaccination than unvaccinated animals.

Messages emphasizing the personal health benefits of COVID-19 vaccines have the best chance of increasing vaccination levels across the nation, according to research conducted by University of Wyoming economists.

Chemists have discovered how substances in fruits and vegetables prevent the development of tumors, stop the formation of malignant tumors and inhibit the division of cancer cells.

A study has shown that total antibody levels appear to start declining from as early as six weeks after complete vaccination and can reduce by more than 50% over 10 weeks.