What causes spontaneous eye movements in albinism?
People with albinism often have poor vision. A new study reveals the underlying cause.
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Possible biomarker of MS-like autoimmune disease discovered
It has been known for several years that the diagnosis ‘multiple sclerosis’ conceals a whole range of different illnesses, each requiring customized treatment. Researchers have now described a possible new MS-like disease and explained how to diagnose it.
Remission from HIV-1 infection: Discovery of broadly neutralizing antibodies that contribute to virus control
Some HIV-1 carriers who have received an early antiretroviral treatment during several years are able to control the virus for a long term after treatment interruption. However, the mechanisms enabling this post-treatment control have not been fully el…
Inhalation drug prevents severe pneumonia: Sugar molecule accurately delivers RNA drug to target cells
Overly active immune cells are often behind lung damage in diseases such as Covid-19. Researchers have developed an RNA agent for a lung spray that slows the activity of these cells, known as macrophages. A new, sugar-based transport mechanism is espec…
‘Spider-like’ mitochondrial structure initiates cell-wide stress response
Scientists discovered the unique molecular structure, which could have implications in age-related diseases like neurodegeneration.
Mineralization of bone matrix regulates tumor cell growth
Tumor cells are known to be fickle sleeper agents, often lying dormant in distant tissues for years before reactivating and forming metastasis. Numerous factors have been studied to understand why the activation occurs, from cells and molecules to othe…
Potential novel breakthrough treatment for fungal infections
Fungal infections are killing thousands of Americans each year, some with a morbidity rate of nearly 80%. To make matters worse, only a handful of antifungal treatments are available, and even those are becoming less effective as fungi become more resi…