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#WhyIScience Q&A: A microbiologist and immunologist finds links between our own microbes and disease mechanisms

Broad Institute

By Ari Navetta October 15, 2024 Credit: Allison Colorado, Broad Communications Eric Brown is studying the links between the microbiome and disease. After completing his PhD in 2017, Brown joined Xavier’s lab as a postdoctoral researcher and has been at the Broad ever since, now as a staff scientist. What are you working on right now?

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The genetic modifier approach: identifying the right target for rare diseases

Drug Target Review

Most rare diseases are caused by a single gene defect, but severity can vary considerably among patients. Modifier genes can help explain that variability and can alter or even prevent disease onset and progression, making them appealing therapeutic targets. However, the identification of these genes is challenging.

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New molecular insights on medical cannabis

Drug Target Review

2 Implication of ATX in a large range of human diseases have been highlighted by both fundamental research and clinical trials. 1-5 Implication of ATX in a large range of human diseases have been highlighted by both fundamental research and clinical trials. 2017 Mar 9;60(5):2006–17. 2017 Jan 26;60(2):722–48. J Med Chem.

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New drug boosts foetal haemoglobin to fight sickle cell disease

Drug Target Review

In sickle cell disease, however, this function is impaired, leading to a range of potential health consequences. The irregularly shaped and sticky red blood cells produced by the disease can obstruct small blood vessels, causing recurring painful attacks. Hydroxyurea, the first sickle cell drug approved by the U.S.

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Alzheimer’s disease: driving advancements with precision medicine

Drug Target Review

How does precision neuroscience differ from traditional approaches in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases, and what advantages does it offer? Traditionally, Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed by clinical examination, medical history and cognitive testing. We believe we are at a breakthrough moment in Alzheimer’s disease research.

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AHA: PTSD Tied to Ischemic Heart Disease in Female Veterans

The Pharma Data

AHA: PTSD Tied to Ischemic Heart Disease in Female Veterans. 10, 2020 — Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an independent predictor of incident ischemic heart disease (IHD) in female veterans, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2020, held virtually from Nov. Professional.

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How 3D human tissue models are transforming drug discovery

Drug Target Review

What specific limitations in mirroring diseases in humans are commonly observed when using animal models for preclinical research? Our cells are fully differentiated, non-tumour, primary cells, which have a more natural growth pattern and gene expression profile, and the disease signature is often carried over epigenetically.

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