Protein protects against liver fibrosis
German researchers have shown that a protein protects against the development of liver fibrosis by shutting down inflammatory signalling in liver stellate cells of the liver.
bit bio restarts with new management
Cell reprogramming specialist bit bio has expanded its management with renowned experts in the field.
Researchers identify viral inflammation switch
A team of Japanese and German researchers has found the protein that helps activate the inflammasome following viral invasion.
Rotavirus vaccines kill cancer cells
Researchers at University Lyon have found a potential repurposing application of two market-approved rotavirus vaccines.
Polyphor presents AMR breaker
Swiss Polyphor AG and researchers from the University of Zurich have presented the mechanism of action of a new class of antibiotics.
Zealand Pharma acquires Encycle
Zealand Pharma A/S has acquired Encycle Therapeutics Inc, including a peptide therapeutics platform and library.
Researchers target ferroptosis resistance of cancer cells
German researchers have found a novel way to induce iron-induced necrosis, a process which they want to turn against cancer.
CHMP selects drugs for EU market approval
EMAs human medicines committee (CHMP) recommended seven medicines for approval at its October 2019 meeting.
New risk factor for autism and epilepsy identified
A molecular transporter is critical for the proper maturation of neurons underlying neurodevelopmental disorders.
Healx Ltd raises $56m in Series B financing
AI-driven drug repurposing company Healx Ltd (Cambridge, UK) raises $56m in a Series B financing and launches global accelerator programme for orphan diseases.