research Roles of steroid receptors in the lung and COVID-19
Sex hormones may influence COVID-19 severity, with males at higher risk, and certain hormone therapies could potentially treat the virus.
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120-150 / 1000+ results research Activated Polyamine Catabolism Depletes Acetyl-CoA Pools and Suppresses Prostate Tumor Growth in TRAMP Mice
Overexpressing SSAT enzyme reduces prostate tumor growth in mice.
research Patient Perspectives: What is alopecia areata?
Clear, accurate medical info is crucial for patients and families.
research 557 A peptide derivative with known anti-wrinkle properties was identified as potent dipeptiylpeptidase-4 inhibitor
A peptide known for reducing wrinkles also effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to skin inflammation and acne.
research Development and evaluation of RADA-PDGF2 self-assembling peptide hydrogel for enhanced skin wound healing
RADA-PDGF2 hydrogel speeds up wound healing and is safe for use.
research Computer-Aided Designing Peptide Inhibitors of Human Hematopoietic Prostaglandin D2 Synthase Combined Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamics Simulation
Two peptides, RMYYY and VMYMI, may be effective anti-inflammatory drugs.
research Design, Synthesis and Anxiolytic Activity Evaluation of N-Acyltryptophanyl- Containing Dipeptides, Potential TSPO Ligands#
The compound GD-23 may reduce anxiety like diazepam by targeting the TSPO receptor.
research Ανάπτυξη καινοτόμων πεπτιδικών φορέων με ιδιότητες αυτοσυναρμογής για τοπική χορήγηση φαρμάκων
Self-assembling peptide hydrogels effectively deliver drugs locally, enhancing treatment and reducing side effects.
research Recent Advances in Peptide Drug Discovery: Novel Strategies and Targeted Protein Degradation
Peptide drugs now target hard-to-reach proteins more effectively and specifically.
research Biochemical and Structural Characteristics, Gene Regulation, Physiological, Pathological and Clinical Features of Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase as a Multifunctional Lipocalin
Lipocalin-Type Prostaglandin D2 Synthase (L-PGDS) is a protein that plays many roles in the body, including sleep regulation, pain management, food intake, and protection against harmful substances. It also affects fat metabolism, glucose intolerance, cell maturation, and is involved in various diseases like diabetes, cancer, and arthritis. It can influence sex organ development and embryonic cell differentiation, and its levels can be used as a diagnostic marker for certain conditions.
research Dependence of anxiolytic effects of the dipeptide TSPO ligand GD-23 on neurosteroid biosynthesis
GD-23 reduces anxiety by relying on neurosteroid production.
research Synthesis and biological evaluation of dimeric peptide derivatives as proliferation‐stimulating agents in human follicle dermal papilla cells
Dimeric peptide derivatives could help hair growth and treat hair loss safely.
research TGFβ family mimetic peptide promotes proliferation of human hair follicle dermal papilla cells and hair growth in C57BL/6 mice
A peptide called DPS-1 helps human scalp cells grow and stimulates hair growth in mice.
research Structural & functional studies of L-PGDS and SMPDL3A enzymes in lipid signaling family
L-PGDS has specific binding sites for its functions and could help in drug delivery system design.
research Release systems based on self-assembling RADA16-I hydrogels with a signal sequence which improves wound healing processes
New peptide biomaterials based on RADA16-I hydrogel can improve wound healing and could be used for tissue engineering.
research Bioactive peptides derived from food proteins preventing lifestyle‐related diseases
Food-derived peptides may help prevent diseases like high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and can support the immune system.
research 12-Chloracetyl-PPD, a novel dammarane derivative, shows anti-cancer activity via delay the progression of cell cycle G2/M phase and reactive oxygen species-mediate cell apoptosis
A new compound slows cancer cell growth and causes cell death by blocking cell cycle progression and increasing cell-damaging molecules.
research Peptide-based Biomaterials
Peptides are being used to create biomaterials that can help diagnose and treat diseases.
research The therapeutic potential of CRTH2/DP2 beyond allergy and asthma
CRTH2 antagonists might be useful for treating many conditions because they play a role in immune and inflammation responses.
research Hollow polydopamine nanoparticles loading with peptide RL-QN15: a new pro-regenerative therapeutic agent for skin wounds
HPDAlR nanoparticles greatly improve skin wound healing without toxicity.
research Recent Progress and Morphological Distribution of Polydopamine-Based Biomaterials and Their Applications
Polydopamine is promising for personalized medicine and biomedical technology due to its strong adhesion and biocompatibility.
research Monovalent antibody-conjugated lipid-polymer nanohybrids for active targeting to desmoglein 3 of keratinocytes to attenuate psoriasiform inflammation
The targeted nanohybrids effectively reduced psoriasis symptoms and improved skin health.
research Prostaglandin D2(PGD2); prostaglandin D2 receptor (CRTH2; GPR44; CD294); prostaglandin D2 synthase (PTGDS)
Blocking a protein called prostaglandin D2 might help treat hair loss.
research Abstract 5561: 20(S)-Protopanaxadiol-aglycone downregulates full-length and ligand-independent splice variants of androgen receptor
20(S)-Protopanaxadiol-aglycone may help prevent and treat prostate cancer by reducing androgen receptor activity.
research Protein disulphide isomerase-mediated grafting of cysteine-containing peptides onto over-bleached hair
PDI helps restore over-bleached hair's strength and structure by attaching special peptides.
research The peptide AC 2 isolated from Bacillus-treated Trapa japonica fruit extract rescues DHT (dihydrotestosterone)-treated human dermal papilla cells and mediates mTORC1 signaling for autophagy and apoptosis suppression
The AC 2 peptide from Trapa japonica fruit helps protect hair cells and may treat hair loss.
research Physiologic functions of PP2A: Lessons from genetically modified mice
Mice studies show that Protein Phosphatase 2A is crucial for cell growth, development, and disease prevention.
research De Novo Design of Anti-Aging Peptides
New peptides can delay aging and improve cell function.
research 576 INTASYL PH-762: Intratumoral immunotherapy targeting PD-1
PH-762 shows promise in treating skin cancer by effectively targeting and silencing PD-1 in tumors with minimal side effects.
research High-resolution structures of mutants of residues that affect access to the ligand-binding cavity of human lipocalin-type prostaglandin D synthase
Mutations in the enzyme don't significantly change how it binds to its specific substances.