A USC Stem Cell-led mouse study reveals that lowering testosterone can improve the resilience of male kidneys by reducing their vulnerability to disease. The researchers also found that three months of calorie restriction has a similar effect, suggesting new potential treatments for kidney diseases.
A groundbreaking study from the University of Copenhagen sheds light on the significance of transmitting epigenetic information during cell division for proper function of embryonic stem cells. The researchers found that histones play a crucial role in maintaining epigenome stability and cell identity.
Researchers have developed a human milk-based synbiotic that safely modulates damaged adult gut microbiomes. The study found that this symbiotic reshapes gut microbial composition and metabolites, offering new possibilities for treating dysbiotic conditions.
Researchers developed a new formulation of doxorubicin that targets cancer cells while reducing cardiotoxicity. The protein-shell encapsulation increases specificity for cancer cells and decreases harm to healthy heart cells.
Researchers at Prolacta and MD Anderson Cancer Center found a human milk-based synbiotic to safely control the gut microbiome in adults, opening the door to precision microbiome engineering. The study demonstrates significant precision in modulating adult gut microbiomes.
For the first time, researchers have identified self-renewing stem cells in the human thymus, which could lead to new treatments for immune diseases and cancer. The thymus, a gland located in the chest, was previously thought not to contain epithelial stem cells.
A new molecule called A11 has been found to reduce inflammation and improve memory in models of Alzheimer's disease. By targeting the genetic transcription factor PU.1, A11 suppresses inflammatory gene expression in microglia immune cells, leading to reduced neurodegeneration and improved cognition.
Researchers have developed a new way to sort cells by type using light-based stimulated Raman spectroscopy, offering a label-free and nondestructive approach for various biomedical applications. The technique enables the separation of cells based on their intracellular chemical composition in high-throughput manner.
A CRISPR-Cas3 system has restored dystrophin protein function in induced pluripotent stem cells from patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The approach uses a dual CRISPR RNA method to remove large sections of the dystrophin gene, yielding truncated but still functional proteins for various mutation patterns.
A new immune-infiltrated human kidney organoid-on-chip model enables the assessment of on-target, off-tumor effects of immunotherapeutic T cell bispecific antibody drugs. The study's findings provide important insights into which cells are targeted by a given TCB and what, if any, off-target damage arises.
Researchers at Mass General Brigham used stem cells from patients with Alzheimer's disease to study the impact of SORL1 gene damage. They found that loss of normal SORL1 function leads to a reduction in key AD proteins APOE and CLU, highlighting a potential new strategy for treatment.
Researchers found that C9ORF72 mutations impair neural stem cell renewal, leading to reduced brain regions during embryonic development. This impairment could contribute to disease symptoms later in life. The study used patient-derived nerve cells and laboratory mice to demonstrate the impact of C9ORF72 on neurodevelopment.
A new study by Weill Cornell Medicine researchers found that severe COVID-19 infection can alter the immune system's response, causing long-lasting changes to gene expression in immune system stem cells. This can lead to symptoms of prolonged inflammation and 'long COVID' in affected individuals.
Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute mapped the multiple organ functions of the human yolk sac, revealing its role in producing key hormones and blood cells. The study provides novel insights into the earliest stages of immune cell development and has implications for understanding childhood diseases.
Researchers have found that mouse stem cells mimic their parent animals' cold resistance, generating energy differently at low temperatures. This discovery opens up new avenues for studying organ preservation and human hibernation using in vitro models.
A group of biologists and ethicists suggest adding clarity to ongoing research using embryo models to refine the legal definition of human embryos. They propose a new definition that focuses on what an embryo can become rather than how it came to be, allowing for improved evaluation of models and potential future recognition as embryos.
Researchers at Monash University have created a new method to reprogram human cells, called transient-naive-treatment (TNT) reprogramming, which reduces the differences between induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cells and embryonic stem cells. This breakthrough has significant implications for biomedical and therapeutic uses.
A Northwestern University study reveals how the NEK1 gene mutation affects neurons, causing instability in microtubules and disrupting nuclear import. This discovery suggests anti-cancer drugs could be used to treat ALS by stabilizing microtubules.
Researchers found that epigenetic silencing shuts off key genes required for sensory cell conversion. Enzyme TET can remove methyl groups to reverse gene silencing and restore hearing capability. Progenitor cells in deaf ears may already be primed to convert into sensory hearing cells.
Researchers successfully created stem-cell derived organoids from human stem cells that secrete three essential enamel proteins. These proteins form a matrix that undergoes mineralization to create a hardened enamel structure. The breakthrough offers hope for developing novel treatments to repair and regenerate teeth.
Researchers developed a new technique, GoT-Splice, to analyze RNA splicing in individual cells, revealing how mutations in genes controlling this process lead to diseases. The study linked these mutations to specific changes in immature red blood cells and discovered disruptions in the gene BAX.
Researchers found that children with autism and macrocephaly exhibit excessive growth of excitatory neurons, while others show a deficit. The study's findings could help doctors diagnose autism and identify potential treatments for specific cases.
Researchers used AI to accurately classify four subtypes of Parkinson's disease from patient-derived stem cells, with one subtype reaching an accuracy of 95%. The study suggests that personalized medicine and targeted drug discovery could be possible using this approach.
A study published in Blood journal found that children with diverse gut microbiota before stem cell transplant had significantly better overall patient survival and fewer complications. Higher microbiota diversity was also associated with lower risk of acute graft-versus-host disease.
A team of researchers from Keck School of Medicine of USC identified key cells involved in lizard cartilage regeneration and discovered their role in rebuilding cartilage damaged by osteoarthritis. They successfully induced cartilage building in a lizard limb by recreating a tail-like signaling environment.
A new approach to immunotherapy has shown long-term survival rates exceeding 50% in children with high-risk neuroblastoma. Stem cell transplantation from a parent provides a renewed immune system that responds better to immunotherapies, improving outcomes.
Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center discovered a non-ectodermal and mesodermal origin for large numbers of enteric neurons born after birth. This finding overturns decades of scientific dogma and offers hope for disease-modifying cures to aging patients.
Yale researchers have created a functional humanized liver in living mice, enabling scientists to study human-specific mechanisms for regulating cholesterol levels and treating chronic liver diseases. The discovery uses progenitor stem cells and mature cells from a human liver to mimic the cellular functions of a healthy human liver.
A study by Prof. WANG Lei and WANG Chih-chen’s group at the Institute of Biophysics (IBP) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) establishes the relationship between oxidative protein folding and stem cell aging for the first time.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have identified a fatty molecule in breast milk that triggers a process in which stem cells produce new white matter, reversing neurological damage. This finding holds promise for developing therapies to treat preterm babies with cerebral palsy.
Researchers identified Tppp3+ tendon progenitor cells that actively participated in the formation of ectopic bone in vivo. These cells possess primitive progenitor properties and may regulate heterotopic ossification by releasing soluble molecules promoting osteogenic differentiation.
Scientists have identified the mechanisms behind how SOX9, a pioneer factor, reprograms adult epidermal stem cells to form cancerous tissues. By activating SOX9, researchers can induce basal cell carcinoma-like structures and study the underlying epigenetic processes.
Scientists from the University of Copenhagen found that cancer cells have different ribosomes compared to other cells, which produce specific proteins. This discovery may lead to improved treatments in regenerative medicine and potentially better treatments for cancer.
Scientists have developed an innovative method to create 'peri-gastruloids,' human embryo-like structures with extraembryonic tissues, including yolk sac and placenta. This breakthrough allows researchers to study early human development stages, mimicking the formation of vital organs.
Researchers at the Medical University of South Carolina have identified a novel class of compounds that effectively lower cholesterol, triglycerides and apoB in human liver-like cells. These molecules work independently of the LDLR pathway and offer a new treatment regimen for patients with familial hypercholesterolemia.
Researchers at Linköping University found that Wnt signalling can have varying effects on cells depending on the signal duration and receiving cell type. This discovery sheds light on how cells determine their identity, revealing a new type of cell behavior related to genome instructions.
Gang Bao's lab receives a 4-year, $2.6 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to investigate the safety and efficacy of using gene editing treatments like CRISPR-Cas9 to treat sickle cell disease. The team aims to understand the mechanisms behind large gene modifications and their biological consequences.
Researchers have identified the molecular mechanisms underlying gastric carcinogenesis induced by H. pylori infections, highlighting the disruption of the Wnt/PCP signaling pathway. This study provides insights into the potential target for clinical interventions against H. pylori cagA+ infections.
A study published in Nature Cell Biology found that blood stem cell diversity arises during embryonic development and can be manipulated in childhood to improve overall health. The researchers used zebrafish and human pluripotent stem cells to demonstrate the potential of enhancing blood stem cell production.
A study by Gladstone Institutes researchers found that tight junctions between cells may play a critical role in gastrulation in human embryos. By suppressing tight junction formation, the team was able to create primordial germ cell-like cells, which are stem cells resembling human precursors of sperm and egg cells.
Scientists have created human brain organoids free of animal cells, which could greatly improve the study and treatment of neurodegenerative conditions. The novel method uses an engineered extracellular matrix to support stem cell growth, resulting in more accurate models of brain development.
A team of scientists at Harvard Medical School has identified six chemical cocktails that can restore cellular aging and rejuvenate human cells. The study builds upon the discovery of Yamanaka factors, which can convert adult cells into induced pluripotent stem cells, raising hopes for treating age-related diseases and injuries. The im...
Researchers developed a chest imaging protocol using photon-counting CT, allowing for simultaneous evaluation of lung structure, ventilation, vasculature, and perfusion. The protocol showed advantages over standard CT, providing high image quality at lower radiation doses and better spectral resolution.
A novel association of t(5;17) with t(8;21) has been reported in an acute myeloid leukemia (AML) patient, resulting in a RUNX1-RUNX1T1 rearrangement. The patient received chemotherapy and stem cell transplantation, highlighting the importance of this rare translocation.
Researchers at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center found that the ancient retrovirus HML-2 alters stem cell programming by activating a gene-regulating protein called OCT4, contributing to glioblastoma formation and aggressiveness.
Researchers discovered that a tiny sea creature, Hydractinia, regenerates its entire body with help from aging cells, providing insights into the interconnectedness of healing and aging. The study suggests that senescence may have evolved as a regeneration mechanism in ancient animals.
Researchers from Kyoto University developed a microchip using human iPS cells to measure transport capacity of membrane proteins, potentially giving test animals respite. The model simulates glucose reabsorption and drug excretion in renal proximal tubules, enabling patient-specific disease modeling and personalized medicine studies.
A collaborative study by researchers at the University of Ottawa and McMaster University has made a groundbreaking discovery linking different types of cancers to their embryonic origins. The team found that drugs targeting specific embryonic pathways can effectively treat various tumors, including brain, colon, and leukemia cancers.
Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a stem cell-derived model of the human embryo, allowing for the experimental modeling of embryonic development during the second week of pregnancy. This breakthrough could help understand why and how pregnancies fail, and potentially lead to new treatments for genetic disorders.
A new drug delivery method utilizes polymer-stabilized crystals to deliver antioxidants to stem cells, minimizing variation in drug release and extending the duration of effectiveness. This technology can be applied to various cell cultures and potentially other hydrophilic drugs, disease models, and methods applications.
Researchers at DTU Health Tech created a multi-levelled scaffold that enables near-perfect bone healing in just eight weeks, without using growth factors or endocrine factors and cells. The scaffold combines essential bone minerals with mechanical properties matching human bone compressive strength.
Researchers discovered a protein, C/EBPα, that accelerates B lymphocyte-to-macrophage conversion by interacting with PU.1. This epigenetic mechanism may be targeted for cancer research and treatment.
Cancer cells can hide and escape therapies leading to recurrence. Researchers identify three possible mechanisms: cancer stem cells, polyploidy, and senescence. Combination treatments involving chemoradiation-induced transitory senescence and senolytic therapies may be effective in preventing repopulation.
Researchers have developed a new standard for preventing graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) after stem cell transplant, showing improved efficacy and reduced side effects compared to the current gold standard. The new regimen achieved higher rates of patient survival without GVHD complications, making it a more effective option for patie...
Researchers used a stem cell model to study the effects of Alzheimer's disease-associated mutations on early human brain development, finding that mutant spheres were larger and contained fewer mature neurons. The study highlights the need for tailored therapies and paves the way for studying Alzheimer's in its early stages.
Patients with GATA2 deficiency have impaired ability to produce immune cells, leading to increased risk of recurrent infections and blood cancers. The study's findings suggest that a zebrafish model may help develop new treatments to slow or reverse the disease.
Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have discovered a molecular mechanism contributing to congenital heart defects in infants with Down syndrome. The study found that an abnormal interferon response inhibits key molecular events required for heart development, leading to impaired cardiogenesis.
Scientists used CRISPR interference to study gene function in human and chimp stem cells, discovering genes essential for cell cycle regulation that are absent in humans. This approach sheds light on the evolution of human brain development and highlights the importance of studying gene interactions over DNA sequences.
Researchers compared developmental time across six species, including humans and mice, to find that embryonic duration is a key factor. They also discovered correlations between evolutionary history and segmentation clock periods.
Researchers found that the amyloid precursor protein (APP) regulates human neurogenesis, which could be linked to Alzheimer's disease. APP promotes a balance between stem cell proliferation and differentiation, suggesting its disruption may cause premature neurogenesis and cellular stress.