A*STAR Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology (A*STAR IMCB)
Virus killers get under the skin
10 May 2024Research suggests monitoring individuals previously infected with Zika virus for chronic skin diseases caused by overactive T cells.
Cancer-killing complexes charge ahead
3 May 2024A*STAR researchers developed specially designed nanocomplexes that effectively target and kill cancer cells, including those resistant to traditional treatments.
Engineered brain model forges cancer breakthroughs
18 Apr 2024Researchers develop a new technology for studying how brain tumours interact with the blood-brain barrier to inform future treatment strategies.
Turning cold tumours into hot targets
4 Apr 2024Researchers identify predictive immune ‘signatures’ in liver cancer patients that can help tailor and improve the success rates of combined immunotherapy and radiotherapy.
Single-cell insights towards precision cancer care
25 Mar 2024Researchers performed a comprehensive genetic sequencing of individual tumour cells to refine existing colorectal cancer classifications.
Targeted therapy sparks childhood cancer hope
4 Mar 2024An experimental antibody therapy for solid tumours in adults also shows promise in improving quality of life for paediatric patients.
Breakaway yeasts instigate the itch
22 Feb 2024Researchers discover a protein-cutting enzyme that may be responsible for inflammatory skin conditions triggered by yeast species.
Eyeing vision-saving breakthroughs
16 Feb 2024A polymer-based drug delivery innovation can replace invasive eye treatments for retinal diseases.
Gene editing cuts to the chase
6 Feb 2024A programmable gene editing tool targets and eliminates a rapidly mutating RNA virus responsible for hand, foot and mouth disease.
Baring breast cancer’s genetic dependencies
2 Jan 2024Researchers reveal how disrupting a key genetic control mechanism can significantly hinder the progression and spread of an aggressive and difficult-to-treat form of breast cancer.
When a chromatin safekeeper drops its guard
26 Dec 2023A*STAR researchers identified the mechanism behind how a common gene mutation in kidney cancer impacts chromatin remodelling and drives tumour development, opening up new possibilities for therapeutic interventions.