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Futurism
1 month ago
OMG science

Scientists Gene Hack Parasite to Deliver Drugs to Brain

Scientists engineered Toxoplasma gondii to act as a carrier for therapeutic proteins, potentially treating neurological disorders by bypassing the blood-brain barrier. [ more ]
Nature
1 month ago
Mental health

Engineered brain parasite ferries useful proteins into neurons

A parasite found in cat feces or undercooked meat can potentially deliver therapeutic proteins to the brain. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
OMG science

Scientists Gene Hack Parasite to Deliver Drugs to Brain

Scientists engineered Toxoplasma gondii to act as a carrier for therapeutic proteins, potentially treating neurological disorders by bypassing the blood-brain barrier. [ more ]
Nature
1 month ago
Mental health

Engineered brain parasite ferries useful proteins into neurons

A parasite found in cat feces or undercooked meat can potentially deliver therapeutic proteins to the brain. [ more ]
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Fast Company
1 month ago
OMG science

Toxoplasma gondii, a common parasite, could someday deliver drugs to the brain

Researchers are exploring the use of parasites like Toxoplasma gondii to deliver therapeutic proteins into the brain for treating neurological conditions. [ more ]
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