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NMR reveals site-specific structural signatures of therapeutic antibodies without isotope labeling

Researchers developed a novel NMR approach to analyze the structure of therapeutic antibodies without isotope labeling. The technique uses site-specific methyl signals to detect subtle structural variations, including glycosylation patterns and local flexibility. This method has significant implications for ensuring the quality of biol...

SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalJournal of the American Chemical Society·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 9, 2026

Gut microbe–derived butyrate activates immune cells to enhance vaccine efficacy

A study published in Microbiome found that gut microbiome-derived butyrate activates immune cells to enhance vaccine efficacy by promoting T follicular helper (Tfh) cell activity and mucosal antibody production. This discovery highlights the crucial role of gut environment regulation in controlling infections and enhancing vaccine resp...

Chinese Medical Journal article review: cGAS‑STING pathway emerges as cornerstone for next‑generation immunotherapies

The cGAS-STING pathway plays a crucial role in detecting cellular DNA, triggering type I interferons and cytokines, and modulating immune responses. Its therapeutic potential is being explored in cancer and various diseases, with promising preclinical evidence suggesting its potential as a target for next-generation immunotherapies.

SourceChinese Medical Journals Publishing House Co., Ltd.·JournalChinese Medical Journal·DateJan 26, 2026

Some antibodies outmaneuver germs from sticking to cells

Researchers discovered that certain antibodies employ unusual tactics to block bacterial adhesion, including creating molecular wedges and conformational traps. These mechanisms could lead to the development of immune therapies targeting glycan-binding cell-attachment proteins produced by bacteria causing urinary tract infections.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 7, 2026

High-volume antibody testing platform could accelerate disease research and treatment development

Researchers developed a high-volume method to rapidly build and test large numbers of antibodies at once, accelerating antibody research and treatment development. The oPool+ display platform has potential applications in influenza vaccination research, infectious disease treatment, and cancer research.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalScience Translational Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 3, 2025

Resolving the structural basis of therapeutic antibody function in cancer immunotherapy

A team of researchers has visualized the nanoscale architecture of CD20 receptors and their interactions with anti-CD20 antibodies using a novel super-resolution microscopy technique. The study reveals that structural changes in antibody design translate into different receptor patterns and cellular responses, opening up new pathways f...

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 11, 2025

Shedding light on why immunotherapy sometimes fails

Researchers found that certain antibodies can reduce antitumor immune cells, highlighting the need to consider ADCC activity when designing or selecting ICI therapeutics. This study could help improve cancer treatment by engineering antibodies that avoid damaging essential immune cells.

SourceChiba University·JournalInternational Journal of Pharmaceutics·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 24, 2025

ASCO: HER3-targeted antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) shows promise for treatment-resistant solid tumors

DB-1310, a HER3-targeted antibody-drug conjugate, has shown real potential as a new treatment option for patients with advanced solid tumors that have progressed after standard therapies. In an international clinical trial, DB-1310 demonstrated significant tumor shrinkage and delayed cancer growth in 44% of EGFR-mutant NSCLC patients.

Experimental Drug Development Centre granted US FDA fast track designation for antibody-drug conjugate EBC-129 to treat pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma

The Experimental Drug Development Centre's EBC-129, an antibody-drug conjugate targeting pancreatic cancer, has received FDA fast track designation. The treatment is undergoing Phase 1 clinical trials and aims to provide new treatment options for patients with solid tumours.

Most COVID-19 treatments found to be free of serious side effects in analysis of U.S. studies

The study analyzed 54 U.S. studies and found no significant association with serious adverse events for oral antivirals like Paxlovid or monoclonal antibodies. Actemra was associated with infection and low white blood cell counts, while transfusions of convalescent plasma were linked to internal bleeding and blood clots.

SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalOpen Forum Infectious Diseases·TypeMeta-analysis·DateApr 11, 2025

Advanced imaging reveals mechanisms that cause autoimmune disease

A study using cryo-electron microscopy revealed that autoantibodies in myasthenia gravis disrupt acetylcholine receptor function by blocking or activating the immune system's complement pathway. This knowledge helps explain treatment variability and offers a foundation for personalized therapies targeting specific antibody interactions.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 8, 2025

Blood cancer patients taking Bruton Tyrosine Kinase inhibitors should continue treatment at the time of COVID-19 vaccination, study shows

A new study suggests that blood cancer patients receiving Bruton Tyrosine Kinase inhibitors should continue their therapy while getting vaccinated against COVID-19. The IMPROVE trial found no improvement in antibody responses when BTKi therapy was paused for three weeks around the time of vaccination.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalThe Lancet Haematology·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateApr 1, 2025

Engineering antibodies with a novel fusion protein

Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys developed a new method of generating antibodies by fusing two immune system proteins, enabling the creation of stable monoclonal antibodies. This breakthrough has potential applications in diagnosing and monitoring diseases such as lupus and cancers.

SourceSanford Burnham Prebys·JournalJournal of Immunology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 25, 2025

Pediatric investigation study releases updated guidelines for pediatric mycoplasma pneumoniae infection

The Chinese Medical Association has released updated guidelines for pediatric mycoplasma pneumoniae infection, emphasizing a multi-faceted diagnostic approach and evidence-based treatment strategies. The guidelines highlight the importance of accurate diagnosis and responsible antibiotic use to combat rising resistance.

SourcePediatric Investigation·JournalPediatric Investigation·TypeSystematic review·DateMar 19, 2025