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The Cell’s Software: Fixing Rogue Epigenetics To Combat Cancer

This article explores how epigenetic mechanisms control gene expression, how their disruption drives cancer and how targeting these processes is reshaping cancer diagnosis and treatment.

3D illustration of an adeno-associated virus (AAV), commonly used in gene therapy research.

Techniques and Advancements in Recombinant Adeno-Associated Virus Purification for Gene Therapies

This article examines key innovations driving scalable, high-yield purification of recombinant AAVs and how they’re helping overcome manufacturing bottlenecks in gene therapy.

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Bringing Your Whole Self to the Lab: An Interview With Max Fisher

Queer scientist Max Fisher shares insights on identity, inclusion and the simple changes that help create safer, more supportive lab spaces for LGBTQIA+ researchers.

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Stem Cell Advances Reshape Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment

This article explores how stem cell therapies and organoid models are advancing Alzheimer’s research. It highlights progress in microglial replacement, patient-derived brain models and the use of AI to accelerate discovery.

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The Night Science Institute Is Changing How Science Teaches Creativity

In this interview with Professors Itai Yanai and Martin Lercher, explore how night science brings creativity, ideation and collaboration back into the heart of modern science.

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High-Throughput Effector Protein Remodeling for Molecular Glue Drug Discovery

Molecular glues hold strong therapeutic promise for approaches such as targeted protein degradation (TPD) and beyond, yet systematic identification remains challenging. But GlueSEEKER could help to overcome this problem.

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Experts Weigh In: What We Really Know About Creatine Today

Once seen purely as a sports supplement, creatine is now a focus of clinical and public health research. Experts highlight its proven role in muscle performance and emerging potential in brain health, aging and metabolic disorders.

Can Diabetes Drug Reduce Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Treatment?

Scientists have tested whether the diabetes drug metformin could improve survival and/or reduce the severity of common and unpleasant side effects associated with the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer.

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Largest Review Finds No Strong Evidence for Alternative Autism Treatments

A Q&A with Dr. Corentin J. Gosling, lead author of an umbrella review, explores the evidence behind complementary and alternative autism therapies. Covering 200 trials and 10,000 participants, the review found no strong proof of benefit.

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Pharma Is Embracing the Lab of the Future – Here’s How

Discover how artificial intelligence and automation are powering the lab of the future, revolutionizing pharma research and development and accelerating drug discovery worldwide.

MDM2 proteins bigding to a p53 tumor suppressor protein and inactivating it, an example of therapeutic proteins.

Therapeutic Proteins: Types, Design and Production

Explore types of therapeutic proteins, design strategies and the production methods used in treating cancer, autoimmune diseases and more.

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Boost FDA Modernization Act 2.0 Readiness With an Advanced LIMS

Shonali Paul, COO at CloudLIMS, discusses what the FDA Modernization Act means for clinical research labs, the rise of alternative test methods and the role that a LIMS plays in ensuring compliance and seamless workflows.

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“Chemputation” and the Rise of Digital Chemistry

Discover how digital chemistry is shaping the future of drug and materials discovery through automation and scalable innovation.

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