Embargoed press materials are now available for Discover BMB , the annual meeting of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Top scientists and educators in the field will gather at the meeting, March 23–26 in San Antonio.
Reporters are invited to attend an exciting lineup of in-person scientific sessions in San Antonio or access press materials electronically. Register now or find more information in the #DiscoverBMB newsroom . Please note that only a limited number of complementary on-site press passes will be issued, so advance registration is recommended.
Explore the schedule at a glance , searchable schedule , award lectures or symposium sessions to see all the exciting research that will be covered at #DiscoverBMB.
Featured research findings are highlighted below, with embargo times noted:
African catfish skin mucus yields promising antibacterial compound (3/24, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Peptide extracted from farmed fish could help fight antimicrobial-resistant infections
Researchers uncover key biomolecule involved in whooping cough infection (3/25, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Potential drug and vaccine strategies could target crucial glycan to fight pertussis
Study suggests that estrogen may drive nicotine addiction in women (3/25, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Findings open the door to targeted therapies for controlling nicotine use
New compound offers hope for deadly tropical disease (3/24, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Schistosomiasis drug candidate overcomes limitations of current treatment
Study suggests statins could help fight gum disease (3/25, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Common cholesterol drug shown to affect immune cells that drive periodontal inflammation
More than meets the eye: Researchers uncover the microbial secrets of dry eye (3/26, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Insights into the ocular microbiome could have implications beyond eye health
Study links long-term consumption of reused deep-fried oil with increased neurodegeneration (3/25, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Animal study suggests the grease disrupts liver–gut–brain connections
How might diabetes lead to Alzheimer’s? Study suggests the liver is key (3/23, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Researchers trace a path from the gut to the brain and say managing diabetes could help to prevent dementia
New surfactant could improve lung treatments for premature babies (3/24, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Researchers report progress toward an alternative to animal-derived formulation
Bedrest may affect cholesterol dynamics differently depending on age (3/24, 4:30 p.m. CDT)
Unraveling physical inactivity’s effects on the body could lead to new ways to mitigate its negative effects
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About the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB)
The ASBMB is a nonprofit scientific and educational organization with more than 12,000 members worldwide. Founded in 1906 to advance the science of biochemistry and molecular biology, the society publishes three peer-reviewed journals, advocates for funding of basic research and education, supports science education at all levels, and promotes the diversity of individuals entering the scientific workforce. www.asbmb.org