EurekAlert (press release)Immunotherapy target suppresses pain to mask cancerEurekAlert (press release)The researchers showed that a molecule called PD-L1, which is blocked by the popular immunotherapy drug nivolumab, acts not only on immune cells but … Continue reading
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UCalgary researchers identify ‘signal’ crucial to stem cell function in hair follicles
UCalgary News Jeff Biernaskie’s research, published recently in the scientific journal npj Regenerative Medicine identifies a key signalling protein called platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF). This protein is critical for driving self-renewal and proliferation of … |
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UCalgary researchers identify ‘signal’ crucial to stem cell function in hair follicles
UCalgary News Jeff Biernaskie’s research, published recently in the scientific journal npj Regenerative Medicine identifies a key signalling protein called platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF). This protein is critical for driving self-renewal and proliferation of … |
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A new T-cell population for cancer immunotherapy
EurekAlert (press release) The transfer of TCR genes into the T cells of patients confers the recognition of tumor cells, implicating transfer of TCR genes from MR1T cells as a novel approach to tumor immunotherapy. “This new type of tumor cell recognition and killing has … |
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Stem Cell Therapy is One Step Closer to Becoming Law in Texas
PR Newswire (press release) LA JOLLA, Calif., May 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Stem cell therapy is one step closer to becoming law in Texas, the latest state to push for passage of a patients’ “Right to Try” legislation. House Bill (HB) 810 is one of three proactive stem cell bills … |
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A new T-cell population for cancer immunotherapy
Medical Xpress The transfer of TCR genes into the T cells of patients confers the recognition of tumor cells, implicating transfer of TCR genes from MR1T cells as a novel approach to tumor immunotherapy. “This new type of tumor cell recognition and killing has … |
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MicroRNA Shown to Protect Breast Cancer Stem Cells from Immune …
Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News Study demonstrates that inhibiting effects of microRNA could improve efficacy of breast cancer therapies. Study identifies RNA molecule that shields breast cancer stem cells …Princeton University |
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Video: Micro-bubbles and stem cell gene therapy heal bone fractures in pigs
Genetic Literacy Project It takes more than a cast and a little time to heal many broken bones….Now, researchers have combined ultrasound, stem cells, and gene therapy to stimulate robust bone repair. So far the work has only been performed in animals. But it has already been … |