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Alternative medicine

Snake collector's immunity quest opens path towards universal antivenom

Tim Friede's self-experimentation offers a groundbreaking approach to developing a universal antivenom for snake bites.

OMG science

Universal Antivenom May Grow Out of Man Who Let Snakes Bite Him Hundreds of Times

Tim Friede's self-experimentation may be a breakthrough for universal antivenom development.

4 days ago

Blood of man who's had 200 snake bites helps make a potent antivenom

A new antivenom developed from snakebite survivor's antibodies shows promise against multiple snake venoms.

Ethical concerns arise from the source of antibodies in the antivenom development process.

fromenglish.elpais.com

15 hours ago

The man who was bitten hundreds of times by poisonous snakes paves the way for a universal antidote

Promising new antidote developed for snakebites based on antibodies from Tim Friede, offering hope for universal treatment.

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6 hours ago

Total Chad Gets Bit by Hundreds Venomous Snakes to Develop Universal Antivenom

Friede's unique antibody extraction may lead to a universal antivenom for snakebite treatment.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Snake collector's immunity quest opens path towards universal antivenom

Tim Friede's self-experimentation offers a groundbreaking approach to developing a universal antivenom for snake bites.

OMG science

Universal Antivenom May Grow Out of Man Who Let Snakes Bite Him Hundreds of Times

Tim Friede's self-experimentation may be a breakthrough for universal antivenom development.

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fromCornell Chronicle

COVID-flu vaccine could provide broad, lasting protection | Cornell Chronicle

A new vaccine platform from Cornell researchers offers longer-lasting protection against COVID-19 and influenza, showing promising results in mouse models.

Bay Area man who injected himself with venom hundreds of times could revolutionize snakebite treatment

Tim Friede's unique exposure to snake venom has led to the development of an antivenom for 19 snake species, showcasing new possibilities in snakebite treatment.

fromCornell Chronicle

COVID-flu vaccine could provide broad, lasting protection | Cornell Chronicle

A new vaccine platform from Cornell researchers offers longer-lasting protection against COVID-19 and influenza, showing promising results in mouse models.

Bay Area man who injected himself with venom hundreds of times could revolutionize snakebite treatment

Tim Friede's unique exposure to snake venom has led to the development of an antivenom for 19 snake species, showcasing new possibilities in snakebite treatment.

Immune-system strategy used to treat cancer may help with Alzheimer's - Harvard Gazette

Inhibiting TIM-3 in mice enhances microglial activity against Alzheimer's plaques, potentially restoring memory function.

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2 weeks ago

A Harvard Scientist's Tuberculosis Research Is Threatened by Trump's Cuts

The Trump administration's freeze on research funding critically impacts Harvard's tuberculosis research, signaling threats to scientific inquiry at elite universities.

Miscellaneous

Regulated somatic hypermutation enhances antibody affinity maturation - Nature

B cells in germinal centers oscillate between zones to enhance affinity through mutation and selection processes.

Cancer cells 'poison' the immune system with tainted mitochondria

Cancer cells can transfer defective mitochondria to immune cells, leading to immune evasion.

Research reveals the previously unknown migration of mitochondria in human cells.

Author Correction: HIV-1 Env trimers asymmetrically engage CD4 receptors in membranes - Nature

The research showcases collaboration across departments to study microbial pathogenesis and its role in diseases such as AIDS and cancer.

Cancer

VDAC2 loss elicits tumour destruction and inflammation for cancer therapy - Nature

Genetically engineered mice were essential for studying immune responses in cancer research under ethical guidelines.

8 months ago

OMG science

Understanding Epigenetic Control of Antibody Responses - News Center

BAF complexes regulate antibody responses; mutations in these complexes contribute to immune dysfunction linked to cancer.

OMG science

Cancer cells 'poison' the immune system with tainted mitochondria

Cancer cells can transfer defective mitochondria to immune cells, leading to immune evasion.

Research reveals the previously unknown migration of mitochondria in human cells.

Author Correction: HIV-1 Env trimers asymmetrically engage CD4 receptors in membranes - Nature

The research showcases collaboration across departments to study microbial pathogenesis and its role in diseases such as AIDS and cancer.

Cancer

VDAC2 loss elicits tumour destruction and inflammation for cancer therapy - Nature

Genetically engineered mice were essential for studying immune responses in cancer research under ethical guidelines.

8 months ago

OMG science

Understanding Epigenetic Control of Antibody Responses - News Center

BAF complexes regulate antibody responses; mutations in these complexes contribute to immune dysfunction linked to cancer.

more#cancer-research

Mental health

Can Adults Develop Seasonal Allergies? Symptoms and Treatments, Explained

People can develop seasonal allergies later in life, commonly in their 20s to 40s, often misidentified as cold symptoms.

Opinion | The Texas Measles Outbreak Is Even Scarier Than It Looks

The Texas measles outbreak highlights the severe long-term risks of the virus, far beyond immediate fatalities.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Digital life

Are Childhood Vaccines Overloading' the Immune System? No.

The idea that vaccines overwhelm babies' immune systems and cause autism is widely debunked.

Coronavirus

Fears of fast spread of XEC Covid strain after many haven't had vaccines in long time

The new Covid XEC variant may spread quickly due to low vaccination levels, but is not expected to lead to new restrictions.

Coronavirus

New COVID-19 XEC variant circulating just before fall

The new COVID-19 variant XEC is not anticipated to dominate this winter, with symptoms similar to previous strains.

Opinion | The Texas Measles Outbreak Is Even Scarier Than It Looks

The Texas measles outbreak highlights the severe long-term risks of the virus, far beyond immediate fatalities.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Digital life

Are Childhood Vaccines Overloading' the Immune System? No.

The idea that vaccines overwhelm babies' immune systems and cause autism is widely debunked.

Coronavirus

Fears of fast spread of XEC Covid strain after many haven't had vaccines in long time

The new Covid XEC variant may spread quickly due to low vaccination levels, but is not expected to lead to new restrictions.

Coronavirus

New COVID-19 XEC variant circulating just before fall

The new COVID-19 variant XEC is not anticipated to dominate this winter, with symptoms similar to previous strains.

Scientists Describe Rare Syndrome Following Covid Vaccinations

Post-vaccination syndrome may affect some people, causing several adverse effects like fatigue and brain fog.

Research indicates potential biological changes linked to post-vaccination syndrome, warranting further investigation.

#medical-research

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Medicine

New study finds affordable cure for some peanut allergies, offering hope to thousands

A new study offers a potential cure for some children with peanut allergies, enabling them to tolerate peanut products under controlled conditions.

Medicine

Gasdermin D-mediated metabolic crosstalk promotes tissue repair - Nature

Interdisciplinary collaboration in medical research enhances innovation and problem-solving capabilities.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Medicine

New study finds affordable cure for some peanut allergies, offering hope to thousands

A new study offers a potential cure for some children with peanut allergies, enabling them to tolerate peanut products under controlled conditions.

Medicine

Gasdermin D-mediated metabolic crosstalk promotes tissue repair - Nature

Interdisciplinary collaboration in medical research enhances innovation and problem-solving capabilities.

more#medical-research

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Business

AbbVie (ABBV) Earnings Live: Why The Stock Is Up Big Today

AbbVie's fourth-quarter earnings exceeded expectations, driven by strong sales of Skyrizi and Rinvoq.

OMG science

Daily briefing: Former NIH director Monica Bertagnolli talks Trump

Scratching an itch activates the immune response, potentially protecting against infections and revealing a satisfying sensation for humans.

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Business

AbbVie (ABBV) Earnings Live: Why The Stock Is Up Big Today

AbbVie's fourth-quarter earnings exceeded expectations, driven by strong sales of Skyrizi and Rinvoq.

OMG science

Daily briefing: Former NIH director Monica Bertagnolli talks Trump

Scratching an itch activates the immune response, potentially protecting against infections and revealing a satisfying sensation for humans.

more#pharmaceuticals

fromMail Online

OMG science

Scientist reveals why you should never dry your clothes indoors

Drying clothes indoors in poorly ventilated spaces can promote mould growth, leading to serious health risks.

#microbiology

OMG science

The skin's 'surprise' power: it has its very own immune system

The skin can produce its own antibodies, suggesting a novel target for needle-free vaccine development.

OMG science

Understanding How Poxviruses Hijack Protein Production - News Center

Poxviruses manipulate host ribosomes to enhance their protein production by altering the ribosomal structure, not its composition, during infection.

OMG science

The skin's 'surprise' power: it has its very own immune system

The skin can produce its own antibodies, suggesting a novel target for needle-free vaccine development.

OMG science

Understanding How Poxviruses Hijack Protein Production - News Center

Poxviruses manipulate host ribosomes to enhance their protein production by altering the ribosomal structure, not its composition, during infection.

more#microbiology

California lab makes new discovery in search for HIV vaccine

Research from Scripps shows promise in developing an HIV vaccine by understanding unique antibody responses.

OMG science

fromSFGATE

Stanford researchers' flu vaccine breakthrough could help US fight bird flu

Stanford researchers have created a stronger flu vaccine that aims to protect against multiple strains, potentially including bird flu, using a novel molecular approach.

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