Scientists have discovered that a protein once thought to simply help load a factor necessary for the copying of DNA, actually plays a key role in ensuring fast and reliable replication—an insight that could inform research into cancer and other diseases.

A new study shows that preexisting autoantibodies in a small subset of the population can allow weakened vaccine viruses to escape control, explaining some adverse events tied to this one kind of Chikungunya vaccine, which is no longer available in the U.S.

In experiments with mice, the new molecule accomplished the same job at a hundredth of the dose.

Nuvig, a biotech company cofounded by Jeffrey Ravetch, has launched phase two trials and raised $200 million.

The discovery could greatly improve patient experience and address supply shortages.

Their newest technique has already uncovered hundreds of hidden bacterial genomes and two promising antibiotics. Now, the same approach could unlock an entire microbial universe—reshaping drug discovery and our understanding of how bacteria shape our environment.

Newly identified compounds appear effective against drug-resistant bacteria. The technique used to reveal them could uncover many more antibiotics, as well as help illuminate a previously hidden microbial world.

Using the novel platform could help pharmaceutical companies design longer lasting drugs.

Newly discovered weapons of bacterial self-defense take different approaches to achieving the same goal: preventing a virus from spreading through the bacterial population.

Open access, peer reviewed, and co-owned, the Journal of Human Immunity represents a new business model in scientific publishing.
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