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Gene editing in organoids: accounting for complexity in drug discovery

Drug Discovery World

The genome is the blueprint for life, consisting of genes made up of thousands of pairs of DNA bases. Altering one base pair can drastically change how the gene’s protein product functions, while mutations can lead to the development of a range of genetic disorders. . What are organoids? .

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FDA-approved drug sensitises brain cancer cells to radiotherapy

Drug Discovery World

This action sensitised GBM cells to radiotherapy both in vitro and in vivo (in mouse models). “Our research has revealed cladribine as a radiosensitiser for GBM treatment by drug repurposing, which can offer multiple advantages,” says Prof Youn. “As GBM is a WHO grade IV brain tumour with dismal prognosis.

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Biologics – The Next Step in Revolutionary Medication

Roots Analysis

It is worth mentioning that in vitro gene expression requires a suitable host for the production of a specific gene product. Notably, biologics have higher success rates than conventional small-molecule drugs owing to lesser off-target toxicity of biologics, which is one of the key reasons of failures in small molecule drugs development.

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The use of base editing in stem-cell based therapies

Drug Discovery World

In cell therapy, regenerative and adoptive immunotherapies continue to bridge the gap between genetic engineering strategies and their clinical application. This circumvents several technical challenges inherent to the genetic manipulation of differentiated cells in ex vivo culture or intact tissues.

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Transitioning Between Academia and Industry: Advice from Leading Scientists That Made the Switch

XTalks

Leaving academia for industry is a route that academic scientists and professors did not traditionally pursue in the past due to perceived differences in skillsets, experiences and even associated stigmas. However, this has since changed, and now, transitioning between academia and industry has become more commonplace. Key Moments.