Articles tagged with Lipid Transport
Harlequin ichthyosis is caused by ABCA12 mutations leading to defective lipid transport and loss of skin barrier function. Management includes neonatal care, systemic retinoids, daily emollients, and keratolytics, with improved survival rates and quality of life.
A new imaging approach enables visualization of specific lipids in cells, revealing that non-vesicular lipid transport by proteins is the primary mechanism maintaining organelle membrane composition. This breakthrough has implications for understanding lipid imbalances in diseases and accelerating discoveries of new drug targets.
Researchers found that measuring lipoprotein markers in a simple blood test can identify individuals at high risk of cardiovascular disease more effectively. The study analyzed data from over 200,000 people and showed that the total number of 'bad cholesterol' particles is the most important factor to consider when testing for future h...
A new biodegradable polymer-based delivery system efficiently transports mRNA, outperforming existing lipid nanoparticles in delivery efficiency and expression duration. The study also shows improved immune response results without liver accumulation or toxicity.
A recent study published in Nature reveals that mitochondrial dysfunction disrupts dietary lipid processing in enterocytes, leading to abnormal fat accumulation and impaired nutrient delivery. The findings provide new insights into the gastrointestinal symptoms of mitochondrial disease and may lead to novel therapeutic approaches.
Lepodisiran, a short interfering RNA, targets hepatic synthesis of apolipoprotein(a), reducing serum lipoprotein(a) concentrations. Phase 1 study results support further investigation of lepodisiran's efficacy in treating elevated lipoprotein(a) levels.
Researchers at Arizona State University have designed and constructed artificial membrane channels using DNA, allowing selective transport of ions, proteins, and cargo. The channels can be opened and closed with a lock and key mechanism, enabling diverse scientific domains such as biosensing and drug delivery applications.
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet found a strong link between the apoB/apoA-1 ratio and cardiovascular disease. Individuals with higher ratios had a greater risk of severe cardiovascular disease, including myocardial infarction and stroke.
A team of researchers from IOCB Prague has discovered a new type of nanoparticles capable of safely transporting various types of nucleic acids used for therapeutic purposes into cells. The universal nature of their system sets it apart from existing solutions, allowing for efficient transport of mRNA and other RNA molecules into cells.
The structure determination of a lipid scramblase reveals a novel protein architecture that enables the transport of lipids across cell membranes. The discovery provides insight into the activation of the protein by calcium and has implications for understanding previously unknown mechanisms of lipid transport.
Researchers from Aarhus University have discovered a hypothesis that explains how the flippase functions in cell membranes, shedding light on genetic errors that cause serious diseases. The study provides new insights into the mechanism of lipid transport and has potential applications for diagnosis and treatment.
Researchers found that milk fortified with vitamins A and D, and higher doses of vitamin E, significantly improved plasma lipid transport. This led to a 9% drop in total cholesterol and 10.7% reduction in LDL cholesterol concentrations after 4 weeks.