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Immunopeptidomics: Mapping the Hidden Landscape of the Cancer Immunome(Post)
Imagine a high-stakes game of hide-and-seek where the seeker is your immune system and the hider is a master of disguise: cancer. For decades, we believed the 'wanted' posters for tumor cells were li
MAPK Signaling: Unraveling the Pathway of Mitogen Stimulation(Post)Cell Signalling · Kinase CascadesMAPK Signaling: The Pathway of Mitogen StimulationThe mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway is one of the most important signalling cascades in biology, conv
Targeted Protein Degradation: The Next Frontier in Oncology Drug Discovery(Post)For decades, cancer drug development has focused on blocking proteins—inhibiting enzymes, antagonizing receptors, disrupting signaling pathways. Yet this approach leaves a vast landscape of disease-d
CRISPR-Powered Light Sensors: A New Frontier in Ultra-Sensitive Cancer Detection(Post)Cancer detection often relies on advanced imaging or invasive procedures, frequently catching the disease at later, more challenging stages. Imagine a future where a simple, non-invasive test could s
Praluzatamab: Unveiling the Promise of CD47-Targeted Therapy in Cancer Research(Post)Quick Facts About PraluzatamabWhat is Praluzatamab?Praluzatamab is an experimental monoclonal antibody that targets CD47, a “don’t eat me” signal used by cancer cells to evade immune des
Evita falsos positivos: isotipos y controles para investigadores(Post)Un isotipo es la clase de inmunoglobulina que define la región constante de su cadena pesada, y el organismo humano produce cinco: IgG, IgA, IgM, IgD e IgE. Cada uno tiene una forma distinta, apar
TREM2: Exploring Its Role in Tumor-Associated Macrophages and Cancer Immunotherapy(Post)Introduction to TREM2 and Tumor-Associated Macrophages in CancerTREM2 (triggering receptor expressed on myeloid cells 2) is an immunoregulatory receptor primarily expressed on macrophages
Biomarkers & Inflammatory markers of atherosclerosis(Post)As atherosclerosis is a complex inflammatory disease, there are many influential biomarkers that contribute to the disease’s progression as well as biomarkers from atherosclerosis related di
CD73: Combating Tumor Immunosuppression by Targeting Adenosine(Post)Introduction to CD73 and Tumor Immunosuppression CD73, also known as ecto-5'-nucleotidase, is an enzyme found on the surface of various cells, including tumor cells and immune cells. It p
FoxP3: Understanding Regulatory T Cell Control in Tumor Immunity(Post)Introduction to FoxP3 and Regulatory T Cells in CancerFoxP3 (forkhead box P3) is a transcription factor critical for the development and function of regulatory T cells (Tregs), a speciali
Types of ELISA: Direct, Indirect, Sandwich & Competitive Compared(Post)Written by Seán Mac Fhearraigh, PhD • Updated: 19 May 2026 • ~9 min read Quick Answer The five main types of ELISA are sandwich, competitive, direct, indirect and multiplex. Sandwich ELISA is
Sepsis and Immune Dysregulation(Post)Exploring sepsis: a critical imbalance in the immune response to infection. Key Takeaways: Sepsis is a severe, immune-driven response to infection causing systemic inflammation and potent
BTLA: A Key Player in Immune Regulation and Cancer Therapy(Post)Introduction to BTLA in Immune Regulation B and T lymphocyte attenuator (BTLA) is an immune checkpoint molecule that plays a critical role in regulating immune responses by suppressing T
Microtubule and Mitosis review(Post)Introduction Microtubules are key components of the cytoskeleton and are composed of alpha and beta tubulin. These dimerise in a head to tail fashion to form 13 linear protofilaments.
Lot-zu-Lot-Variabilität: Wann Sie neue Chargen wirklich prüfen müssen(Post)Lot-zu-Lot-Variabilität: Wann Sie neue Chargen wirklich prüfen müssen Ja, Lot-zu-Lot-Variabilität ist ein reales analytisches Risiko und keine theoretische Fußnote in einem Qualitätshandbuch. Prüfen
Beyond Burnout: How T Cell Exhaustion Hijacks Cancer Immunity and What We Can Do About It(Post)Imagine a highly trained soldier, elite and effective, sent to the front lines of a relentless war. Day after day, they fight without rest, their supplies dwindle, and the enemy never stops coming. Ev
Mitotic Catastrophe Review(Post)Delving into the intricate world of Mitotic Catastrophe, this blog unveils its critical role in cell division and cancer therapy, offering insights into its mechanisms and potential treatments.
Transformation Protocol – Sample Transformation Protocols(Post)Introduction Transformation of bacteria with plasmids is not only of note for bacterial studies but also can be used for gene expression studies in mammalian cells. Most plasmids are of bact
Microglial Functions: Immune Response + Neuroinflammation(Post)Key Takeaways: Microglia are immune cells in the CNS, originating from myeloid precursor cells. They surveil the CNS, respond to changes, and maintain neural health. Microglia exist in diff
Myeloid Lineage: Pioneers of Immune Cell Production(Post)Immunology · HaematopoiesisMyeloid Lineage: Pioneers of Immune Cell DevelopmentThe myeloid lineage is one of the two great branches of haematopoiesis, generating the innate immune and blood cells — mo
Microglial Functions Explained: Immunity, Inflammation & Neurodegeneration(Post)Neuroscience · NeuroimmunologyMicroglial Functions: Immunity, Inflammation & NeurodegenerationMicroglia are the resident immune cells of the central nervous system — dynamic sentinels that survey the
Western Blot Protocol & Troubleshooting Guide(Page)Western Blot Protocol & Troubleshooting Guide | 14 Steps + 101 Tips | Assay Genie
Adalimumab: Mechanism, Clinical Applications, and the Role of Biosimilars(Post)Biologics · TNF InhibitionAdalimumab: Mechanism, Clinical Applications and BiosimilarsAdalimumab is a fully human IgG1 monoclonal antibody that binds tumour necrosis factor alpha and prevents it engag
Dilutions 1:10 et 1:100 : détecter l'effet crochet en ELISA en labo(Post)L’effet crochet est une chute paradoxale du signal ELISA lorsque la concentration d’analyte devient trop élevée, ce qui produit un résultat faussement bas, voire négatif. Il touche surtout les for
Excluding Doublets in FACS Analysis: A Comprehensive Guide(Post)Flow Cytometry · GatingExcluding Doublets in Flow Cytometry: Pulse Geometry and Gating StrategyTwo cells passing the laser together are recorded as one event, with roughly double the signal. In DNA co
Protein Glycosylation for Labs: Mechanisms, Workflows, and Reagent Tips(Post)Protein Glycosylation for Labs: Mechanisms, Workflows, and Reagent Tips Protein glycosylation is the enzymatic covalent attachment of sugar chains (glycans) to specific amino acid side chains, most co
ELISA in 10 Minuten prüfen: Praxisleitfaden für Forschende mit Checkliste(Post)ELISA in 10 Minuten prüfen: Praxisleitfaden für Forschende mit Checkliste Wenn Ihre ELISA-Platte kein Signal zeigt, prüfen Sie zuerst die Positivkontrolle und die Lagerung der Reagenzien. Diese beide
Cellular Respiration: Stages, ATP Production & Pathway Guide(Post)Metabolism · Biochemistry Guide Cellular Respiration: Stages, ATP Production & Pathway Guide How cells convert glucose and oxygen into ATP acr
Anticuerpos validados con KO y ensayo ortogonal para investigadores(Post)Anticuerpos validados con KO y ensayo ortogonal para investigadores Un anticuerpo validado es aquel cuya especificidad y funcionalidad quedan demostradas para la aplicación experimental concreta en l
Exosomes - Discovery, Cargo, Biogenesis & Functions(Post)by Ryan Wallis, PhD student, QMUL, Blizard Institute The microscopic world of cell biology was first explored by Robert Hooke in the 17th century and published in his work, Microgra
Cell Death Pathways: Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Apoptosis Guide(Post)At Assay Genie we have created a comprehensive guide outlining everything you need to know about apoptosis! Key Takeaways: Apoptosis is a programmed cell death process, vital for tissue
Cytokine Storms: What happens when the immune system overreacts?(Post)Immunology · HyperinflammationCytokine Storm and Cytokine Release Syndrome: Mechanisms, Triggers and MarkersA cytokine storm is a self-amplifying inflammatory response in which cytokine release drives
TMB Incubation Time in ELISA: Why It Makes or Breaks Results(Post)Quick answer A researcher ran a high-sensitivity porcine insulin sandwich ELISA on EDTA plasma and saw main-run duplicate CVs as high as 29.6% (kit spec: intra-assay CV <8%) togethe
ELISA-Linearität: Warum der Arbeitsbereich über valide Daten entscheidet(Post)ELISA-Linearität: Warum der Arbeitsbereich über valide Daten entscheidet ELISA-Rohdaten verlaufen sigmoidal, nicht linear. Zuverlässig quantifizieren lässt sich nur im Arbeitsbereich nahe dem Wendepu
Deprotonation: Unveiling the Chemistry Behind It(Post)Chemistry · Acid-BaseDeprotonation: Mechanism, pKa and Choosing the Right BaseDeprotonation is the removal of a proton from a molecule to give its conjugate base. Whether it happens, and how completel
29 PhD Thesis Writing Tips(Post)Explore 29 essential tips for crafting a compelling and well-structured PhD thesis, blending effective writing practices with time management and academic rigor for a successful dissertation journ
Investigadores: elegir ELISA sandwich o indirecto con kits validados(Post)Para cuantificar antígenos en matrices biológicas complejas elija ELISA sandwich; para detectar anticuerpos frente a un patógeno o antígeno concreto elija ELISA indirecto. El sandwich gana en sens
chemokine receptors and ligands(Post)Chemokines are highly conserved cytokines that control the movement of cells around the body. All 45 members of the chemokine family can be divided into 4 subfamilies depending on th
Antigen Presenting Cells (APCs) and cancer immunotherapy(Post)Explore antigen presentation's crucial role in adaptive immunity and its impact on cancer immunotherapy, highlighting the diversity and function of MHC class I molecules. Key Takeaway
Cyclins and Cyclin Dependent Kinase – Review(Post)Cell Cycle · KinasesCyclins and Cyclin-Dependent Kinases: Regulation, Substrates and Mitotic ControlCDKs are inactive on their own. They require a cyclin partner, and because cyclin levels rise and fa
Hemocytometer Cell Counting Procedure(Post)Cell Culture · ProtocolsHaemocytometer Cell Counting: Procedure, Calculation and Common ErrorsA haemocytometer turns a known chamber volume into a cell concentration, and the whole method rests on fou
Trained Immunity: How Your Innate Immune System Learns and Remembers(Post)For decades, immunologists believed that only adaptive immunity—the sophisticated system of T cells and B cells—could form lasting memories of past infections. The innate immune system, our body's fir
Growth Factors: Key Players in Biological Processes(Post)Cell Signalling · Growth FactorsGrowth Factors: Families, Receptors and Signalling PathwaysGrowth factors are secreted proteins that instruct cells whether to divide, differentiate, migrate or survive
Tween 20 en ELISA: concentración, función y errores frecuentes(Post)Tween 20 en ELISA: concentración, función y errores frecuentes Sí: Tween 20 (Polysorbate 20) es el tensioactivo estándar en los buffers de lavado de ELISA. La regla práctica es optimizar la concentra
Stabilité des réactifs ELISA : les règles à respecter au labo(Post)Stabilité des réactifs ELISA : les règles à respecter au labo Aliquotez, étiquetez et consignez systématiquement le numéro de lot et la date d’ouverture. Le reste de cet article détaille comment appl
Mouse Injection Guide: Intraperitoneal, Subcutaneous, Intramuscular & Intravenous Routes(Post)In Vivo Methods · ProtocolsMouse Injection Guide: Intraperitoneal, Subcutaneous, Intramuscular & Intravenous RoutesRoute choice and injection technique determine how much of a dose actually reaches it
The role of IFN gamma in inflammation, cancer and autoimmune disease(Post)Immunology · CytokinesIFN-gamma: Signalling, Function and Roles in Inflammation, Cancer and AutoimmunityInterferon gamma is the sole type II interferon and one of the most consequential cytokines in i
Comment choisir une protéine cytokine pour votre étude(Post)Comment choisir une protéine cytokine pour votre étude Pour une mesure fonctionnelle in vitro, privilégiez une cytokine recombinante à activité biologique validée sur la lignée cible. Pour une admini
Variabilité inter-lots des anticorps : l'impact réel sur vos dosages(Post)Variabilité inter-lots des anticorps : l’impact réel sur vos dosages Oui, la variabilité inter-lots d’anticorps est un risque opérationnel concret, pas une hypothèse théorique : elle peut décaler une
Anticorps pour IHC : la checklist de validation qui compte(Post)Anticorps pour IHC : la checklist de validation qui compte Pour l’IHC, n’utilisez jamais un anticorps sans preuve de performance sur un tissu comparable au vôtre, sans contrôles positifs et négatifs
Hemólisis y lipemia en ELISA: cómo evitar resultados falseados(Post)Hemólisis y lipemia en ELISA: cómo evitar resultados falseados La hemólisis y la lipemia alteran las lecturas de una ELISA por dos vías distintas: la hemólisis libera hemoglobina y componentes intrac