Imagine a future where birth injuries, facial defects, and other cartilage-related conditions could be treated effectively and efficiently with a novel tissue that combines softness, elasticity, and stability. This future has moved significantly closer to reality with the discovery of a new
Recent research led by scientists at Scripps Research has unveiled groundbreaking insights into the structure and behavior of the protein transthyretin, which could have significant implications for the treatment of transthyretin amyloidosis (ATTR). This disease, marked by the misfolding of
The NHS BRCA Testing Program launched in January 2023 has been a significant success in England, offering free genetic testing to individuals with Jewish ancestry to identify their risk of inherited cancers. This initiative targets people aged 18 or over with at least one Jewish grandparent, and it
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
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
The University of Chicago Medicine (UChicago Medicine) has initiated a Phase 2 clinical trial to explore the potential of CAR T-cell therapy in treating three challenging autoimmune diseases: systemic lupus erythematosus, inflammatory myositis, and systemic sclerosis. CAR T-cell therapy, originally
