CD44 is a membrane receptor found in various types of cells in our body. This receptor binds mainly to hyaluronic acid (HA). The interaction of HA with CD44 induces changes that trigger rapid growth (proliferation) of cancer cells. Inhibition of this interaction could therefore interrupt tumour … [Leer más...] about Design and study of new drugs with possible antitumor activity – Noelia Ruiz Cuevas
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Determination of serotonin using colorimetric sensors – Ricardo Rubio Rumí
Por Anabel Torrente
Serotonin, which is commonly known as the “happiness hormone”, is a neurotransmitter that is essential for life and is synthesized via the metabolism of tryptophan. There are various different natural ways of increasing serotonin levels, such as physical exercise, sunbathing, having a varied diet … [Leer más...] about Determination of serotonin using colorimetric sensors – Ricardo Rubio Rumí

The use of peptides to prevent binding between CD47 and SIRPα proteins in order to avoid infections – Paula Quesada Martínez
Por Anabel Torrente
CD47 is a protein found on the surface of the cells of infectious agents, such as viruses and bacteria. Its interaction with the signal-regulatory protein alpha (SIRPα) of the cells in our immune system induces an antiphagocytic signal, thus preventing phagocytosis, the process by which the cells in … [Leer más...] about The use of peptides to prevent binding between CD47 and SIRPα proteins in order to avoid infections – Paula Quesada Martínez

Use of nanotechnology to transport dugs in the body – Pablo Nevado López
Por Anabel Torrente
Various different therapeutic strategies are applied against cancer, such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy and the different combinations between them. Pharmaceutical nanotechnology is a science that has long been applied in the preparation of drug delivery vehicles. Many interesting innovations … [Leer más...] about Use of nanotechnology to transport dugs in the body – Pablo Nevado López

Antibiotics Nanocapsulation for the treatment of caprine mastitis – Natalia López Garrido
Por Anabel Torrente
Goat mastitis is an important disease of the mammary gland that is commonly caused by bacterial infection. If left untreated, it constitutes a serious problema for the agri-food industry, with negative economic consequences, in terms of reduced milk production and wasted milk. Many goats suffer from chronic … [Leer más...] about Antibiotics Nanocapsulation for the treatment of caprine mastitis – Natalia López Garrido

Application of new methods for analyzing the safety of biopharmaceuticals – Mario Martínez Popeti
Por Anabel Torrente
Biopharmaceuticals are pharmaceutical products manufactured from biological sources, such as cell cultures, animals, etc. Examples of biopharmaceuticals include vaccines and therapeutic proteins, among others. In this research, we present a study to evaluate the safety of romiplostim, the active ingredient of … [Leer más...] about Application of new methods for analyzing the safety of biopharmaceuticals – Mario Martínez Popeti

Cosmetic formulations for topical acne treatment – María Díaz Salas
Por Anabel Torrente
Ac ne is a worldwide disease, affecting mainly the 12 – 24 years-old age group, in which it is the most common disease. Several options are available as treatment for acne, including topical or oral antibiotics, topical retinoids, hormone-based therapies, isotretinoin, etc. However, due to the … [Leer más...] about Cosmetic formulations for topical acne treatment – María Díaz Salas