The two scientists Fakhar Waqas (l.) and Frank Peßler in the laboratory

Cancer drug works against viruses 

TWINCORE researchers describe a mechanism that inhibits virus replication and protects cells from damage. Interestingly, a drug that has already been approved could prove useful in combating various viruses. 

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The scientist Dr. Fangfang Chen characterised the molecule itaconic acid © TWINCORE / Grabowski

Cell protection, immunomodulation and virus inhibition by an endogenous substance

Previously unknown effects of citraconic acid described

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Antiviral and anti-inflammatory

Double effect of the body's own signalling molecule itaconic acid described

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Genetic defect leads to skin damage

International research team discovers role of ISG15 in skin integrity

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How the body produces an endogenous antibiotic with anti-inflammatory effects

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New diagnostic approach for meningoencephalitis by biomarkers

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