Tenascina-C, the protein that concentrates scientific attention for its role in preserving muscle strength
Research has focused on the importance of Tenascina-C protein in maintaining muscle strength and preventing sarcopenia as part of a healthy aging strategy.
This is Fantastic: the advances in experimental treatments with polylaminin
The article discusses promising advancements in experimental treatments involving polylaminin, a placenta-derived protein that may restore movement in patients with severe spinal cord injuries.
Scientific societies call for caution and precision in the debate over poly-laminin
Scientific societies in Brazil urge caution in the discussion surrounding poly-laminin, a protein under investigation for spinal cord injury regeneration, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing experimental research from established clinical application.
Polylaminin and Tatiana Sampaio go viral on social media, but fall well below Virginia, says survey
Biologist Tatiana Sampaio has gained 16 million interactions on social media, receiving significant attention for her research on polylaminin, a protein aimed at aiding spinal cord injury regeneration.
Alzheimer's: Increasing levels of a key molecule protects against the disease
A recent study reveals that boosting levels of the natural molecule NAD+ may help protect against Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's Disease, a New Study Identifies Harmful Plaques for the Brain
A new scientific study has discovered a protein's role in eliminating harmful plaques in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, potentially leading to new therapies.
Is it possible to have an effective and safe therapy against osteoporosis?
Researchers in Argentina are investigating a new therapy that aims to combat osteoporosis by increasing Klotho levels in the body through recombinant protein administration.
How a deadly tumour cell protein could help fight Alzheimer’s disease
Chinese researchers have discovered a protein from cancer cells that may lead to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.
Pancreatic cancer: discovered how it spreads in the early phase
Brazilian scientists have revealed how pancreatic cancer spreads in its early stages, focusing on the critical role of the protein periostin in helping cancer cells invade nearby nerves.
Artificial saliva helps protect the teeth of head and neck cancer patients
Research indicates that an artificial saliva mouthwash derived from sugarcane protein can aid cancer patients by mitigating the impact of radiation therapy on their salivary glands.
Like a Go Master: Can AlphaFold Innovate Cancer Research by 'Reading' DNA Mutations?
Google DeepMind's newly launched AlphaGenome aims to predict the effects of genetic mutations on gene function, following its success with AlphaFold in predicting protein structures.
Polylaminin: a molecule discovered in Brazil 'by chance' that became hope to reverse spinal cord injuries
Polylaminin, a modified version of the naturally occurring laminin protein, is being studied as a new potential treatment for spinal cord injury victims in Brazil, although it is still in early clinical trial phases.
Blood test 'sees' Crohn's disease years before symptoms appear
New research shows that an immune response to intestinal bacterial protein could serve as an early indicator of Crohn's disease, paving the way for timely diagnosis and prevention.
Carrots Turn into Protein... Fungi Reduce Global Food Waste
A research team has discovered a method to convert carrot waste, commonly deemed as low-value, into protein with the help of fungi, potentially reducing global food waste.
What do you eat first, vegetables or meat? The order is important, here's what's right
Experts recommend eating vegetables and protein before carbohydrates for better health benefits, according to recent research on food sequencing.