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High-Throughput Effector Protein Remodeling for Molecular Glue Drug Discovery

Molecular glues hold strong therapeutic promise for approaches such as targeted protein degradation (TPD) and beyond, yet systematic identification remains challenging. But GlueSEEKER could help to overcome this problem.
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Experts Weigh In: What We Really Know About Creatine Today

Once seen purely as a sports supplement, creatine is now a focus of clinical and public health research. Experts highlight its proven role in muscle performance and emerging potential in brain health, aging and metabolic disorders.
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Can Diabetes Drug Reduce Side Effects of Prostate Cancer Treatment?

Scientists have tested whether the diabetes drug metformin could improve survival and/or reduce the severity of common and unpleasant side effects associated with the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer.
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Largest Review Finds No Strong Evidence for Alternative Autism Treatments

A Q&A with Dr. Corentin J. Gosling, lead author of an umbrella review, explores the evidence behind complementary and alternative autism therapies. Covering 200 trials and 10,000 participants, the review found no strong proof of benefit.
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Extreme Heatwaves in Texas Caused More Air Pollution

Heat and air quality are more connected than you might think. Discover how extreme heat triggers pollution spikes that may pose health risks.
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A “Green” Alternative to PFAS-Containing Fabric Finishing Agents

Discover a PFAS-free fabric finishing approach that uses cottonseed oil for a safer, sustainable alternative to conventional waterproofing.
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Our Understanding of Chocolate Flavor May Need a Rethink

David Gopaulchan explains why his recent research could change the way scientists think about chocolate flavor.
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From Packaging to Plate: Tracing the Path of PFAS Contamination in Our Food Supply

Explore how PFAS enter our food, the health risks and new EU laws pushing for safer food through rigorous testing and regulation. We also discuss important considerations and potential contamination sources in PFAS analysis protocols.
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Therapeutic Proteins: Types, Design and Production

Explore types of therapeutic proteins, design strategies and the production methods used in treating cancer, autoimmune diseases and more.
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Protein Engineering for Next-Generation CAR T Cell Therapies

Dr. Michael Traxlmayr detailed how engineered protein “building blocks” can give CAR T cells new abilities, from drug-controlled activation to tumor-specific targeting, offering a blueprint for safer, more precise cancer immunotherapy.
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