PR&D Public Relations for Research & Development

Using genetic research to treat inflammatory diseases – Vienna centre of excellence in biomedicine harnesses basic research

The Vienna centre of excellence in biomedicine is researching into the genetic causes of chronic inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatism and arteriosclerosis. The centre brings together leading university institutes, pharmaceutical companies, and start-ups to achieve rapid transfers of research results from the laboratory to patients.

SourcePR&D Public Relations for Research & Development·DateNov 26, 2001

Receptor-dependent protein activation – without a receptor

Researchers have identified a novel mechanism for activating G-proteins without external stimulation, which supports cellular polarity in asymmetrically dividing cells. This discovery has significant implications for understanding disease mechanisms and developing novel therapies.

SourcePR&D Public Relations for Research & Development·JournalCell·DateOct 18, 2001