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Allergy study on 'wild' mice challenges the hygiene hypothesis

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Now, an article challenges this hypothesis by showing that mice with high infectious exposures from birth have the same, if not an even greater ability to develop allergic immune responses than 'clean' laboratory mice.

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T cells’ vital role in boosting immune responses

Drug Target Review

In the realm of immunology, researchers are constantly striving to unlock the intricate secrets of the human immune system. Among the many remarkable components that make up this complex defence network, T cells have emerged as powerful guardians, orchestrating an array of immune responses with great precision.

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Drug Target Review Cell and Gene Therapy eBook 2023

Drug Target Review

This ebook delves into the intricate world of cancer therapies, immune system breakthroughs, therapeutic genetic engineering, and groundbreaking advancements in gene editing, featuring insightful interviews with renowned experts in the field.

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Regulatory Guidance for Oligonucleotide Bioanalysis in Drug Development

Alta Sciences

These interactions may disrupt protein function, trigger immune responses, or contribute to other toxicological risks. to ligands or linkers) may elicit immune responses. Immunogenicity: While oligonucleotides are typically non-immunogenic, modifications or conjugations (e.g., Get in touch with our experts today.

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Design, Synthesis and Pro‐Inflammatory Activity of Palmitoylated Derivatives of Thioglycolic Acid as New Immunomodulators

Chemical Biology and Drug Design

ABSTRACT The immune system is essential for the defense against infections and is critically implicated in various disorders, including immunodeficiency, autoimmunity, inflammation and cancer. The current study includes a new design of palmitoylated derivatives of thioglycolic acids (PTGAs) capable of triggering innate immune responses.

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The potential of CD24 in cancer immunotherapy

Drug Target Review

This interaction inhibits inflammation and immune activation, and in particular prevents macrophages from phagocytosing and destroying cancer cells. By blocking CD24 with an antibody drug, our goal is to powerfully reactivate the anti-cancer immune response and drive therapeutic efficacy.

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Advancements in hit identification for membrane protein drug discovery

Drug Target Review

Involved in various physiological processes, such as vision, taste, smell, immune response and neurotransmission, GPCRs are activated by various molecules including hormones, neurotransmitters and environmental stimuli, which trigger a cascade of cellular events that help regulate bodily functions.