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Body clock found to control inflammatory responses in macrophages

Researchers from Kyushu University discovered that the circadian clock protein BMAL1 drives macrophages towards a pro-inflammatory M1 state by activating inflammatory signaling pathways. This mechanism links the body clock to intracellular metabolism and immune function, offering new insights into treating inflammatory diseases.

SourceKyushu University·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 11, 2026

NKAPL: a promising biomarker for NSCLC diagnosis and treatment

This study found that NKAPL downregulation in NSCLC is associated with poor prognosis and hypermethylation of its promoter. High NKAPL expression inhibits NSCLC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. NKAPL enhances TRIM21 protein stability, leading to suppression of the NF-κB signaling pathway.

SourceCompuscript Ltd·JournalGenes & Diseases·DateJul 1, 2025
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The “wishbone” charm that restores the hope for bone regeneration

Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University have developed a polymeric nanoparticle gene delivery system that promotes bone formation after traumatic inflammation. The therapy inhibits excessive inflammation and prevents residual ridge resorption, leading to improved tissue healing after tooth extraction.

SourceTokyo Medical and Dental University·JournalInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences·DateMar 24, 2023