Medical Monitoring Articles
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Understanding the Different Levels of CPR Training
CPR training is more than just a certification; it’s a crucial skill that can save lives in critical situations. In Kentucky, where industries range from manufacturing to healthcare, the demand for comprehensive CPR and first aid training is ever-present. The different levels of CPR training are designed to meet specific needs – from basic techniques for laypersons to advanced ...
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How to Apply In Vitro DMPK Services to Support Drug Development and ADMET Study
Drug development is a complex and multifaceted process that involves extensive research and testing to ensure safety, efficacy and quality for human use. One critical element in the drug development process is drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK), which refers to how a drug is absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted (ADME) from the body. In vitro DMPK services, along with ...
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A Closer Look at Reporter Lentiviral Particles: Tool for Biomedical Research
Introduction For years, scientists have leveraged the brilliant potentialities of genetic science to explore how cells function and interact in living organisms. Among the numerous tools employed are "reporter systems," which use a visible marker to track gene expression, protein interactions, and other vital biological processes. One such system employs reporter lentiviral particles, using the ...
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An In-depth Analysis of hERG (IKr, Kv11.1): Its Function, Role, and Importance
Introduction hERG, which stands shorthand for the human Ether-à-go-go-Related Gene, generates the protein responsible for a certain type of potassium channel in the human heart, denoted as IKr or Kv11.1. The role of this potassium channel is fundamental for normal cardiac function, playing a vital role in the termination of the cardiac action potential and ultimately contributing to the ...
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Microneedle Preparation Technologies
Introduction Microneedles have gained significant attention in recent years due to their potential applications in various fields such as drug delivery, diagnostics, and tissue engineering. The preparation of microneedles requires precise and efficient technologies to achieve desired features such as size, shape, and mechanical strength. This article provides an overview of different ...
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Carbohydrate Synthesis: Understanding the Building Blocks of Life
Carbohydrates are one of the essential macromolecules that play a crucial role in the functioning of living organisms. They serve as a primary source of energy and are involved in various biological processes. The synthesis of carbohydrates is a complex and fascinating process that occurs in living organisms, allowing them to produce and utilize these vital molecules. In this blog post, we will ...
By CD BioGlyco.
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Unveiling the Role of CDH1 Protein in Cancer and Future Research Directions
Introduction CDH1, also known as E-cadherin, is a crucial protein involved in cell adhesion and plays a significant role in various biological processes. In recent years, researchers have focused on understanding the functions of CDH1 and its implications in cancer development. This blog post aims to shed light on what CDH1 protein does, its role in cancer, and the future research directions in ...
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Microscale Thermophoresis: Unlocking the Potential of Molecular Interactions
Introduction In the world of molecular interactions, understanding the forces that drive binding events is crucial for advancing scientific research and developing new therapies. One powerful technique that has revolutionized the study of molecular interactions is Microscale Thermophoresis (MST). In this blog post, we will delve into the world of microscale thermophoresis, exploring its ...
By Profacgen
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Unraveling the Complexity of Glycans: Exploring Glycan Arrays and Their Applications
Introduction Glycans, also known as carbohydrates, are complex molecules that play a crucial role in various biological processes. They are involved in cell signaling, immune responses, and cell adhesion, among other functions. Glycan arrays have emerged as powerful tools for studying the interactions between glycans and other molecules. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of glycan ...
By CD BioGlyco.
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Innovative Diagnostic Development Urges Rare Disease Therapies
Rare diseases are characterized by their low prevalence, affecting a small number of people across the world. These diseases often come with significant challenges, including accurate diagnosis, availability of effective treatments, and limited resources for research and development. However, recent advancements in diagnostics technology hold promise for speeding up the field of rare disease ...
By Protheragen
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New Technology to Promote Drug Development-AI Technology
For a long time, the research and development of each new drug has faced the challenges of high cost and long cycle. In response to these challenges, major pharmaceutical companies have shifted from targeting common diseases to developing drugs for specific diseases. At the same time, these companies are constantly looking for new technologies for new drug development, such as high-throughput ...
By BOC Sciences
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Lipids Used in COVID-19 mRNA Vaccines
The COVID-19 pandemic has killed millions of people. Vaccines certainly are the most outstanding ways to prevent major diseases and death, though they haven't eliminated infections. At present, the most effective vaccine is the mRNA vaccine developed by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna. Before that, mRNA technology stopped in the lab phase. How to apply mRNA technology to more complex diseases in the ...
By BOC Sciences
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Hypoglycemic Functional Factors in Natural Products and Their Mechanisms of Action
Diabetes is a common clinical disease, and with the improvement of living standards, an increase in the number of obese people, and the intensification of aging populations, the incidence of diabetes is increasing year by year. Diabetes has various types and requires long-term treatment. Antidiabetic drugs are essential for people with the disease. These drugs can be classified into insulin ...
By BOC Sciences
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Nanobodies Definition, Structure, Advantages and Applications
What is a Nanobody?Nanobodies are the smallest functional single-domain antibodies known to be able to stably bind to antigens, and have unique structural and functional advantages. The molecular weight of nanobodies is only 12-15 kDa, which retains the antigen binding ability of traditional antibodies. However, nanobodies have higher solubility and stability, and have unique advantages in ...
By BOC Sciences
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Pooled Human Cryopreserved Hepatocytes
Hepatocytes are the chief functional cells of the liver, responsible for the selective uptake, metabolism and excretion of most drugs. Cells for use in plate cultures or suspension assays represent a key tool for predicting properties such as hepatotoxicity, metabolism, and potential drug-drug interactions. Since these cells mimic the properties of the liver, researchers can evaluate the ...
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Micelle vs Liposome
Micelles refer to molecularly ordered aggregates that begin to form in large quantities after the surfactant concentration reaches a certain value in an aqueous solution. In micelles, the hydrophobic groups of surfactant molecules aggregate to form the core of the micelle, and the hydrophilic polar groups form the outer layer of the micelle. Liposomes are an artificial membrane. In the water, the ...
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Review of ADC Linker and Research Progress
The linker is not only the molecule part of the covalent link between the antibody and the small molecule payload, but also a key element with design properties in targeted drug therapy. The addition of the linker should not induce aggregation and needs to ensure acceptable PK characteristics, while limiting the premature release of the payload in plasma and enabling the effective release of ...
By BOC Sciences
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Research Progress on Aluminum Adjuvants and Their Mechanisms of Action
What are Adjuvants? Adjuvants, also known as immunomodulators or immune enhancers, are an additive to vaccines. Adjuvants are non-specific immune enhancers that enhance or alter the type of immune response to an antigen. Adjuvants can help antigens induce long-term effective specific immune responses in vivo, leading to higher vaccine efficacy and prolonged protection from immune responses. ...
By BOC Sciences
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The Liposome-Based PROTAC Strategy
Proteolysis Targeting Chimeras (PROTACs) are a novel approach for degrading target proteins. Recently, a new split-and-mix PROTAC (SM-PROTAC) system based on liposome self-assembly, known as LipoSM-PROTAC, was reported in the Journal of the American Chemical Society. The LipoSM-PROTAC system exhibits selective degradation of target proteins, with folate serving as a key ligand. In this study, the ...
By BOC Sciences
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An Overview of Isotopes
What are Isotopes? Isotopes are different atoms of the same element with the same number of protons and different numbers of neutrons called isotopes of each other, which can also be interpreted as different nuclides of the same element called isotopes of each other. An isotope is one of two or more atoms of the same chemical element with the same atomic number, occupying the same position on the ...
By BOC Sciences
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