Tauopathy’s Role in Aβ Oligomer Formation: New Insights from Transgenic Primate Models on Alzheimer’s Pathogenesis
Tauopathy, characterized by protein tau and Aβ oligomer accumulation, is a significant aspect of Alzheimer's disease. The causal relationship between these accumulations and neurodegeneration remains unclear despite their links to various cognitive and movement...
Targeted Lysosomal Degradation of Mutant Huntingtin by Engineered Intrabody Peptide SM3
Huntington's disease (HD) is a devastating neurodegenerative condition caused by a mutation in the Huntingtin gene (HTT). This leads to the production of a mutant form of the huntingtin protein (mHTT) with an extended polyglutamine (polyQ) repeat, which has a...
Researchers Unveil a Novel Strategy for Protein Miniaturization in the CRISPR-Cas System
In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Communications, a team of researchers from China have introduced an innovative approach to protein miniaturization within the gene-editing realm of the CRISPR-Cas system. The CRISPR-Cas system is celebrated for its...
PackGene Biotech and Kudo Biotechnology Partner to Offer Customized mRNA Manufacturing Services
Collaboration provides end-to-end coverage of mRNA drug and vaccine development and manufacturing workflow HOUSTON, TX and NEEDHAM, MA – PackGene Biotech (PackGene) and Kudo Biotechnology (Kudo Bio) have partnered to provide high-quality, customized messenger RNA...
Zolgensma’s Success in SMA Treatment Advocates for AAV-based Gene Therapy and Promises a Bright Future for Genetic Disorders
At the 2023 Muscular Dystrophy Association Clinical and Scientific Conference, Novartis presented new data highlighting the continued efficacy and durability of its gene therapy treatment, Zolgensma, in treating spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Zolgensma has been shown...