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No drugs for prions: could new approaches alleviate therapeutic scarcity?

Pharmaceutical Technology

As per the prevailing prion theory, a misfolded version of a normal cell-surface protein acts as the chief infectious agent. But 10% of the cases are caused by genetic factors, meaning patients inherit the condition through familial links. And then comes the question of the right target.

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Why Plant-Based Meat Safety Differs From That of Animal Protein

XTalks

But several researchers and experts have brought to light some food safety concerns of plant-based meat, and why it must be treated differently than that of animal protein. Because of their near-neutral pH and high protein and moisture content, plant-based meats are susceptible to microbial growth. Subject to Microbial Growth.

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Asthma drug can block crucial SARS-CoV-2 protein

The Pharma Data

A drug used to treat asthma and allergies can bind to and block a crucial protein produced by the virus SARS-CoV-2, and reduce viral replication in human immune cells, according to a new study by researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). Targeting Nsp1 could therefore reduce the damage inflicted by the virus.

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Studies reveal potential weaknesses in SARS-CoV-2 infection

Scienmag

A single protein that appears necessary for the COVID-19 virus to reproduce and spread to other cells is a potential weakness that could be targeted by future therapies.

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Answering Your Qs on the New COVID Vaccines

The Pharma Data

They give the body a blueprint to create a bit of the virus that causes COVID-19, called a spike protein. Once you are vaccinated, the cell’s machinery uses the blueprint to make the spike protein. This protein then appears on the surface of the cell and the immune system responds to it.

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AMRI Signs Supply Agreement with AstraZeneca to Manufacture COVID-19 Vaccine

XTalks

The funding for the trial is being supported by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) and the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA). The genetic material contains SARS-CoV-2 spike protein. The genetic material contains SARS-CoV-2 spike protein.

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FDA Issues Two Guidance Documents on Food Allergen Labeling Requirements

FDA Law Blog

labeling of major food allergens in bulk foods, dietary supplements, protein-free ingredients, and foods produced through genetic engineering); and. labeling of major food allergens in bulk foods, dietary supplements, protein-free ingredients, and foods produced through genetic engineering); and. 1, 2023, sesame.