The potential breakthrough in treating liver cirrhosis caused by metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) has come from a recent study by Akero Therapeutics. Efruxifermin, an experimental drug, has shown significant promise in reversing liver damage in patients suffering from this
Precision Medicine (PM), also known as personalized medicine, tailors medical treatments to individual characteristics, specifically focusing on genetic profiles. The intersection of PM and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is accelerating the adoption and effectiveness of precision medicine, addressing
3D bioprinting is an innovative technology that promises to revolutionize cancer research and treatment by providing more accurate and complex models of tumor tissue. This advancement is particularly significant in the study of cancers involving the BRCA1 gene. Tumor modeling with 3D bioprinting
The transformative impact of a historic AI infrastructure investment on the drug discovery and healthcare sectors is becoming increasingly evident. This $500 billion investment, spearheaded by Stargate—a collaborative venture between OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle—aims to fast-track breakthroughs in p
A groundbreaking study conducted by Zeynep Ilgin Kolabas and her colleagues at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich unveils the existence and function of channels between the skull and brain. This research reveals their role in trafficking immune cells and facilitating skull-specific immune
Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, has long been a challenging condition to manage, often requiring treatments that come with severe side effects and necessitate lifelong administration. However, recent advancements in Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T cell therapies are providing new hope for
