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Scripps Research scientists train the immune system to make antibodies against numerous HIV strains
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Scripps Research scientists train the immune system to make antibodies against numerous HIV strains

Joan Pulupa. Credit: Timothy White
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Joan Pulupa joins Scripps Research faculty to study the organization of DNA in brain cells and its links to neurodegeneration

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  • FDA clears IND for clinical trial testing switchable CAR-T therapy in patients with autoimmune diseases, without chemotherapy
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    FDA clears IND for clinical trial testing switchable CAR-T therapy in patients with autoimmune diseases, without chemotherapy

    Innovative cellular therapy has potential to treat patients with lupus, systemic sclerosis, myositis and RA without chemotherapy-induced immune suppression.

  • A gentle approach offers new hope for inflammatory lung diseases
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    A gentle approach offers new hope for inflammatory lung diseases

    Scripps Research and aTyr Pharma scientists have revealed how the protein HARSWHEP calms inflammation associated with sarcoidosis.

  • How microRNAs act as a “blueprint” for the developing brain
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    How microRNAs act as a “blueprint” for the developing brain

    Scripps Research scientists reveal that microRNAs guide the development of Purkinje cells, a rare type of neuron linked to neurodevelopmental disorders.

  • Enzyme engineering opens door to novel therapies for Parkinson’s, cancers and other hard-to-target protein diseases
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    Enzyme engineering opens door to novel therapies for Parkinson’s, cancers and other hard-to-target protein diseases

    Researchers reprogrammed a botulinum toxin protease to selectively break down disease-causing proteins in human cells, providing proof of concept for developing new therapies for a wide range of illnesses.

  • ‘Low-sugar’ vaccine can provide broad immunity against coronavirus variants
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    ‘Low-sugar’ vaccine can provide broad immunity against coronavirus variants

    Scripps Research chemistry professor Chi-Huey Wong presents results from his team’s studies at the ACS Spring 2025 Digital Meeting.

  • How scientists uncovered memory’s hidden architecture
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    How scientists uncovered memory’s hidden architecture

    New structural hallmarks of memory storage discovered by Scripps Research could lead to treatments for memory loss.

  • Compound found in common herbs inspires potential anti-inflammatory drug for Alzheimer’s disease
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    Compound found in common herbs inspires potential anti-inflammatory drug for Alzheimer’s disease

    Scripps Research scientists created a stable form of carnosic acid, observing greater memory function and other disease improvements in mice.

  • How a crucial DNA repair protein works—and what it means for cancer treatment
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    How a crucial DNA repair protein works—and what it means for cancer treatment

    New structural blueprint is key for better targeting cancer cells, particularly those with BRCA1 and 2 mutations.

  • How air pollution and wildfire smoke may contribute to memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
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    How air pollution and wildfire smoke may contribute to memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease

    Scripps Research scientists discovered how a chemical modification of a key brain protein—potentially triggered by climate change-induced air pollution, pesticides, wildfires and processed meats—disrupts normal brain cell function.

  • Scripps Research assistant professor receives American Diabetes Association award
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    Scripps Research assistant professor receives American Diabetes Association award

    ADA’s $1.3 million grant will support the Droujinine lab’s research of interorgan dialogue to develop therapeutics for diabetes management.

  • Collaboration awards enable scientists to design new medicines, more precisely edit DNA and fight drug-resistant bacteria
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    Collaboration awards enable scientists to design new medicines, more precisely edit DNA and fight drug-resistant bacteria

    Scripps Research announces its 2024 recipients of Collaborative Innovation Fund grants.

  • Researchers illuminate new structures of a critical amyloid protein
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    Researchers illuminate new structures of a critical amyloid protein

    Insights could advance new drugs to treat the progressive, fatal disease known as transthyretin amyloidosis.

  • Long-acting injectable malaria drug enters first-in-human study
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    Long-acting injectable malaria drug enters first-in-human study

    Calibr-Skaggs’ long-acting injectable (LAI) platform transforms oral malaria treatment atovaquone, aiming for protection from malaria for three months.

  • A chain reaction: HIV vaccines can lead to antibodies against antibodies
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    A chain reaction: HIV vaccines can lead to antibodies against antibodies

    Scripps Research scientists discovered that repetitive HIV vaccinations can lead the body to produce antibodies targeting the immune complexes already bound to the virus—knowledge that could lead to better vaccines.

  • Scripps Research chemists unlock the potential of ketone and ester molecules, paving the way for greener and more efficient drug development
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    Scripps Research chemists unlock the potential of ketone and ester molecules, paving the way for greener and more efficient drug development

    New findings reveal a technique to transform essential chemical building blocks for drug discovery and beyond—representing the “final step” in applying this method to all key classes of organic molecules.

  • Virtual chemistry speeds up drug discovery
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    Virtual chemistry speeds up drug discovery

    By using computer modeling to predict chemical reactions, Scripps Research scientists were able to synthesize 25 variations of a plant compound that could treat brain diseases.

  • Scripps Research scientists discover a “Goldilocks” zone for DNA organization, opening new doors for drug development
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    Scripps Research scientists discover a “Goldilocks” zone for DNA organization, opening new doors for drug development

    A new study uncovers how DNA, magnesium and polyphosphate form a balance that’s just right—which could lead to innovations in medicine and biotechnology.

  • Brain cells remain healthy after a month on the International Space Station, but mature faster than brain cells on Earth
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    Brain cells remain healthy after a month on the International Space Station, but mature faster than brain cells on Earth

    Scripps Research scientists reveal microgravity’s effects on brain cells.

  • Scripps Research assistant professor awarded NIH HEAL Initiative grant
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    Scripps Research assistant professor awarded NIH HEAL Initiative grant

    The National Institutes for Health’s (NIH) HEAL Initiative has awarded Alejandra Mendoza, PhD, assistant professor of Immunology and Microbiology, more than $1.6 million as part of a DP2 grant designed to support early-stage investigators with highly innovative and impactful research.

  • Scripps Research scientists create AI that “watches” videos by mimicking the brain
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    Scripps Research scientists create AI that “watches” videos by mimicking the brain

    A new, more sustainable AI model recognizes visual scenes by mirroring brain processes, opening doors for applications in medical diagnostics, drug discovery and beyond.

  • A film capacitor that can take the heat
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    A film capacitor that can take the heat

    Scripps Research scientists and collaborators use an innovative set of machine-learning models to discover a record-breaking material for film capacitors, key components in many energy technologies.

  • Scripps Research scientists identify mutation that could facilitate H5N1 “bird flu” virus infection and potential transmission in humans
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    Scripps Research scientists identify mutation that could facilitate H5N1 “bird flu” virus infection and potential transmission in humans

    New findings underscore the importance of ongoing surveillance for H5N1 mutations that pose risks to public health.

  • Scripps Research scientists receive up to $12M to create universal vaccine for alphaviruses
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    Scripps Research scientists receive up to $12M to create universal vaccine for alphaviruses

    Funding from ARPA-H will be used to develop a vaccine for alphaviruses in preparation of major outbreaks in the U.S.

  • Scripps Research and UC San Diego join national team to make vision-restoring whole eye transplants a reality
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    Scripps Research and UC San Diego join national team to make vision-restoring whole eye transplants a reality

    Technologies developed by both teams will map the human eye-brain connectome, extend the lifespan of the revived human eye, and help regenerate and monitor the optic nerve after a whole eye transplant.

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