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Analyzing CAR-T cells with image cytometry for potential solid tumor treatments

Researchers developed a high-throughput assay to analyze CAR-T cells' effects on 3D tumor spheroid models using plate-based image cytometry. This study demonstrates the potential benefits of this method for assessing potency, specificity, and location of CAR-T cells in relation to spheroids.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·DateApr 27, 2023

How can we fight blood cancer more effectively?

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new method called pharmacoscopy to test treatment options for multiple myeloma patients. This high-throughput screening platform analyzes the reactions of cancer cells to various treatments, offering personalized therapeutic strategies.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Cancer·TypeObservational study·DateApr 27, 2023

On the horizon: Painless way to check for bladder cancer

A University of Houston team has discovered new biomarkers for early detection of bladder cancer, including D-dimer and IL-8, which may identify disease progression. The study's findings could lead to a simple urine test as the new standard for bladder cancer diagnosis.

SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalBMC Medicine·DateApr 27, 2023
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SLAS discovery highlights protocols in drug discovery for March special issue

The March special issue of SLAS Discovery introduces protocol articles highlighting detailed scientific methods and procedures in drug discovery. The issue covers topics such as 3D imaging, cancer treatments, and high-throughput screening, emphasizing transparency and rigor in research methodology.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·TypeNews article·DateMar 30, 2023

Announcing the SLAS Discovery Editor's top 10 for 2022

The SLAS Discovery Editor's Top 10 for 2022 showcases articles on COVID-19 drug discovery, 3D organoid systems, and treatments for diseases such as autism spectrum disorder and obesity. These top articles demonstrate the impact of high-throughput screening approaches and innovative technologies in advancing scientific collaboration.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·DateFeb 16, 2023

Reimagining drugs for rare brain disorder

A team of researchers has developed a new method to screen FDA-approved drugs to determine if they could be repurposed or improved to help patients with spinocerebellar ataxia type 5 (SCA5), a rare and debilitating disease. The pipeline uses cutting-edge spectroscopy to examine the interaction between mutant β-III-spectrin and actin, i...

SourceAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 16, 2023
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Assessing the benefits of digital microfluidics for bacterial protocols

The article analyzes digital microfluidics' (DMF) benefits for bacterial protocols, highlighting its versatility and potential applications in synthetic biology and diagnostics. DMF's electrostatic forces manipulate microdroplets on a plate, enabling sample preparation and nucleic acid detection.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS TECHNOLOGY·TypeLiterature review·DateFeb 16, 2023

Integrated platform promises to accelerate drug discovery process

Researchers developed an integrated approach to accelerate drug discovery by combining complex datasets from two screening platforms and next-generation metabolomics analysis. The new framework identified known compounds, confirmed mechanisms of action, and discovered novel compounds with unique biological signatures.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 1, 2022
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The use of high-throughput screening and high-content screening in anti-obesity drug discovery is investigated in the October issue of SLAS discovery

Few studies utilize high-throughput screening (HTS) and high-content screening (HCS) techniques in anti-obesity drug discovery due to a lack of original data or experimental design information. This limits the development of effective pharmaceutical treatments for obesity-related diseases.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·DateOct 14, 2022

SLAS Discovery July issue features a new method of detecting metal impurities in high-throughput screening – available now

Researchers have developed a new method to detect metal impurities in high-throughput screening, reducing false positive hits and saving time and resources. The technique uses acoustic mist ionization mass spectrometry to identify eight different metal contaminants, outperforming previous methods.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·DateJul 11, 2022

Computational tools and new strategies make drug discovery more efficient

The use of computational tools and new strategies is transforming drug discovery, enabling researchers to navigate the vast chemical space more efficiently. Companies are leveraging virtual libraries of compounds and advanced technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize screens and identify promising leads.

SourceAmerican Chemical Society·JournalChemical & Engineering News·DateJun 29, 2022
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In search of (un)desired side effects

Researchers develop a method called Cell Painting that uses morphological profiling to detect side effects of substances on cells, enabling the identification of tubulin-modulating compounds. The study reveals over 1% of tested substances have this effect, including previously unknown reference substances.

SourceMax Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology·JournalCell Chemical Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 27, 2022

Chinese researchers illustrate guiding principle of stable nanocatalysts design

Researchers proposed rational design of nanocatalysts using metal-support interaction descriptor, identifying optimal balance between adhesion and cohesion energies. This theory guides the design of ultrastable heterogeneous metal nanocatalysts, overcoming sintering issues and improving productivity.

SourceUniversity of Science and Technology of China·JournalScience·DateNov 12, 2021

Early-stage drug candidate diminishes deficits in Parkinson's disease

Researchers have identified a molecule that slows cells' production of alpha-synuclein, a protein forming toxic aggregates in Parkinson's brains. The compound, A-443654, also reduces cell stress and may help degrade existing alpha-synuclein aggregates.

SourceUniversity of Utah Health·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 22, 2021
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Microscale thermophoresis to characterize hits from high-throughput screening

The European Lead Factory uses microscale thermophoresis to prioritize small molecule hits from high-throughput screening, improving the efficiency of drug discovery. This technology measures biomolecule movement through temperature gradients and avoids spurious mechanisms that can lead to costly failures.

SourceSLAS (Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening)·JournalSLAS DISCOVERY·DateFeb 21, 2018

Rapid prenatal test for alpha-thalassemia

Researchers at Mahidol University have created a rapid prenatal test for diagnosing alpha-thalassemia. The new assay boasts high sensitivity and specificity, as well as a decreased risk of contamination, making it suitable for large-scale screening in Southeast Asia.

SourceAmerican Journal of Pathology·JournalJournal of Molecular Diagnostics·DateMay 11, 2010
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New paradigm will help identify leads for drug discovery

A new screening approach can accurately profile compounds in large chemical libraries, speeding the production of data for biological activities and identifying potential drug targets. This advance enables a more complete pharmacological characterization of compounds than traditional methods.

SourceNIH/National Human Genome Research Institute·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 24, 2006