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Minibinders: Tiny Proteins with Huge Potential in Bioengineering
Miniproteins, microproteins, or ‘minibinders’, typically under 100 amino acids, are gaining attention for their potential pharmaceutical applications. These minibinders occur naturally in various organisms and play crucial roles.
Obesity: We know a lot, but are still not successful in prevention and weight loss therapy
In 2025, World Obesity Day will once again raise awareness of the global increase in obesity. This epidemic presents a major challenge to chronic disease prevention and health across the life course around the world. Actions and interventions are necessary to reverse and address this problem.
Beyond the Headlines: Ensuring Integrity While Advancing Alzheimer’s Research
How do we ensure scientific integrity while advancing urgently needed treatments? Sensationalized media narratives aren’t the answer. While accountability is essential, we must also recognize the groundbreaking research that brings us closer to real solutions for Alzheimer’s and other diseases.
