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PROTACs: Targeting breakdown of specific proteins to treat diseases

Felicites RaponSeptember 21, 2023September 21, 202305 mins

Felicites Rapon explores the advantages of PROTACs over small molecule inhibitors in addressing cancer treatment and drug resistance.

Ayush SinhaSeptember 19, 2023September 18, 202306 mins

Ayush Sinha examines metformin’s role in longevity and reports on the highly-anticipated TAME trial set to further investigate its potential.

Niamh WalkerAugust 24, 2023August 24, 202308 mins

Niamh Walker reports on the recent development of AOH1996, a pill targeting cancerous cells, offering a new approach to cancer treatment.

Sophie BeaumontJuly 4, 2023July 4, 202306 mins

Sophie Beaumont reports on a newly discovered link between Fusobacterium infection and endometriosis.

Sophie BeaumontJune 6, 2023June 6, 202305 mins

Sophie Beaumont reports on a new non-hormonal drug for hot flushes, recently approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Lola BellJune 2, 2023June 1, 202305 mins

Lola Bell reports on a new study suggesting the size of cancer cells could become a new diagnostic for directing treatment.

Miya McFarlaneJune 1, 2023June 1, 202305 mins

Miya McFarlane outlines the findings of a new report from the World Health Organisation suggesting an urgent need for fertility healthcare.

Leah FogartyMay 31, 2023May 30, 202305 mins

Leah Fogarty reports on a new study that suggests brain waves known as gamma oscillations may be key to treating depression.

Sarya FidanJanuary 28, 2023March 16, 202306 mins

Sarya Fidan describes new research from Oxford that reveals the presence of lymphatic vessels in bone, and their role in bone repair.

Emma ClarkeJanuary 10, 2023May 10, 202309 mins

England is set to eliminate hepatitis C by 2025, making it the first country in the world to do so, thanks to an antiviral drug deal.