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Discovery of 'new rules of the immune system' could improve treatment of inflammatory diseases, say scientists

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

These cells shut down inflammation and repair the collateral damage to cells caused after our immune system has responded to injury or illness. Current anti-inflammatory drugs used for this purpose suppress the body's whole immune system, making patients more vulnerable to infection.

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Regulatory Guidance for Oligonucleotide Bioanalysis in Drug Development

Alta Sciences

Regulatory Guidance for Oligonucleotide Bioanalysis in Drug Development pmjackson Wed, 02/19/2025 - 21:30 The unique physicochemical properties of oligonucleotides require the use of specialized bioanalytical approaches, with key considerations including selectivity and specificity, sensitivity, stability, and matrix effects.

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In vivo preclinical models for immune-mediated inflammatory disease drug development

Crown Bioscience

In this blog we will explore immune-mediated inflammatory diseases (IMIDs) —which represent a diverse group of conditions characterized by an excessive and/or inappropriate immune response.

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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. References Sun D, et al. 2022.02.002.

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Protein Mapping Study Reveals Valuable Clues for COVID-19 Drug Development

NIH Director's Blog: Drug Development

While further study is needed to understand all the details and their implications, it suggests that this interaction may alter important aspects of the human immune response, including blocking interferon signals that are crucial for sounding the alarm to prevent serious illness.

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Unlocking Undruggable Targets: Shifting Paradigms in Modern Drug Discovery

DrugBank

Its structure makes it incredibly difficult for drugs to bind effectively, which has stymied drug development for decades. The binding pockets on KRAS are shallow and polar , not ideal for the kinds of interactions needed for strong, effective drug binding.

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Innovating in Autoimmune and Bone Health Research: Driving Progress for Better Patient Outcomes

Conversations in Drug Development Trends

Scientists now use cutting-edge techniques, including biological therapies that target specific immune system components and precision medicine approaches that personalize treatment plans based on a patient’s genetic profile.