All articles tagged with #genetic pathways
Scientists have discovered that a chemical called retinoic acid, found in acne medicine, plays a crucial role in limb regeneration in axolotls by guiding tissue growth and patterning, bringing us closer to potential human limb regeneration in the future.
Researchers at Washington University have identified 38 proteins in cerebrospinal fluid linked to Alzheimer's disease, with 15 being potential drug targets. This study highlights the importance of human-derived samples in understanding neurodegeneration and offers new therapeutic avenues. The findings, published in Nature Genetics, demonstrate the power of proteomic analysis in mapping disease-related proteins and genetic pathways.
Scientists from Harvard Medical School have developed a drug cocktail that can regenerate hair cells in the inner ear of mice, which could lead to a treatment for hearing loss in humans. The researchers used newly developed chemical compounds to activate genetic pathways that allow for the growth of hair cells in the inner ear. By delivering the drug cocktail directly into the inner ear of adult mice, they were able to regenerate new hair cells that appear to be fully functional. Before testing on humans, the researchers plan to test the treatment on larger animals.