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Boca Scientific provides premium quality, cutting edge reagents, kits, and laboratory supplies for research in Molecular Biology, #Immunology, and Cell #Biology.
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Researchers at Rutgers University found that low-protein #diets slowed liver #tumor growth and #cancer. The liver's ammonia-handling machinery is impaired in liver cancer patients, which could be a driver of the tumor growth. #CancerResearch
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Impaired nitrogenous waste clearance promotes hepatocellular carcinoma
Dietary protein restriction attenuates HCC growth.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Researchers at Rutgers University found that low-protein #diets slowed liver #tumor growth and #cancer. The liver's ammonia-handling machinery is impaired in liver cancer patients, which could be a driver of the tumor growth. #CancerResearch
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www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Our CANDOR Blocking Solution was leveraged in a study comparing nanomaterial labels for detection of SARS-CoV-2 #antigens to improve lateral flow #immunoassays. #Covid19
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January 22, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Our CANDOR Blocking Solution was leveraged in a study comparing nanomaterial labels for detection of SARS-CoV-2 #antigens to improve lateral flow #immunoassays. #Covid19
See it on our website here: bocascientific.com/products/104...
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Researchers @columbiamed.bsky.social found that blocking microglia, #immune cells in the brain, prevents infantile amnesia. Until now, there is little known about how infants forget things, but this new discovery offers strong support for the cause. #Neuroscience
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Microglial activity during postnatal development is required for infantile amnesia in mice
Infantile amnesia limits recall of early-life memories, but its cellular basis is unclear. This study reveals that transient microglial activity during postnatal development regulates infant memory pe...
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January 21, 2026 at 6:13 PM
Researchers @columbiamed.bsky.social found that blocking microglia, #immune cells in the brain, prevents infantile amnesia. Until now, there is little known about how infants forget things, but this new discovery offers strong support for the cause. #Neuroscience
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A new study has linked autobrewery syndrome (ABS) to #bacteria in the gut, retiring the previous hypothesis of it being linked to excess #fungi in the gut. This finding could point to new treatments for the syndrome!
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How some people get drunk from their own gut bacteria
Largest study so far of people with the rare “autobrewery syndrome” points to more culprit microbes
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January 14, 2026 at 3:13 PM
A new study has linked autobrewery syndrome (ABS) to #bacteria in the gut, retiring the previous hypothesis of it being linked to excess #fungi in the gut. This finding could point to new treatments for the syndrome!
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We are excited to offer NEW diluent, blocker, and stabilizer concentrates from CANDOR designed to boost #immunoassay performance and improve #sustainability.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:51 PM
We are excited to offer NEW diluent, blocker, and stabilizer concentrates from CANDOR designed to boost #immunoassay performance and improve #sustainability.
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Visit our website to learn more: bocascientific.com/products/imm...
In a new study, researchers determined that Jellyfish, although lacking a brain, sleep in ways very similar to humans. This finding supports the theory that sleep has evolved to protect #DNA in nerve #cells, repairing damage from when the animal is awake.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Jellyfish sleep like humans — even though they don’t have brains
Studying ancient sea creatures’ snoozing habits could shed light on the origins of sleep.
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January 8, 2026 at 2:23 PM
In a new study, researchers determined that Jellyfish, although lacking a brain, sleep in ways very similar to humans. This finding supports the theory that sleep has evolved to protect #DNA in nerve #cells, repairing damage from when the animal is awake.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Researchers led by @jengommerman.bsky.social discovered a possible biomarker linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) disease progression that could help identify patients who would benefit from new drugs, as it signals 'compartmentalized inflammation' in the nervous system.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Lymphotoxin-dependent elevated meningeal CXCL13:BAFF ratios drive gray matter injury - Nature Immunology
Ramaglia and colleagues show that aberrant formation of B cell-rich lymphoid structures in the brain meninges is associated with high CXCL13:BAFF ratios. Inhibiting the kinase BTK reduces the lymphoto...
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January 5, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Researchers led by @jengommerman.bsky.social discovered a possible biomarker linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) disease progression that could help identify patients who would benefit from new drugs, as it signals 'compartmentalized inflammation' in the nervous system.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Boca Scientific Inc. would like to wish all of our customers and partners a happy and healthy Holiday season! Thank you for all of your continued support this year. 🎉❄️🎁
December 23, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Boca Scientific Inc. would like to wish all of our customers and partners a happy and healthy Holiday season! Thank you for all of your continued support this year. 🎉❄️🎁
Preliminary results presented at @ash.hematology.org showed in vivo CAR-T #cells in patients with #myeloma, evicted the malignant cells from their bone marrow. Making the cells directly inside the body may be a faster strategy. #CancerResearch
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The first patients have been helped by cancer-fighting cells made directly in their bodies
Novel approach could be faster, and cheaper, than making the cells in the lab—but safety concerns linger
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December 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Preliminary results presented at @ash.hematology.org showed in vivo CAR-T #cells in patients with #myeloma, evicted the malignant cells from their bone marrow. Making the cells directly inside the body may be a faster strategy. #CancerResearch
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Our MagSi-NA Pathogens kit is a magnetic-bead based kit ideal for a variety of different #respiratory samples. This kit includes ready to use reagents and a simple protocol, suitable for small, medium, and high-throughput automation. #Pathogens
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December 9, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Our MagSi-NA Pathogens kit is a magnetic-bead based kit ideal for a variety of different #respiratory samples. This kit includes ready to use reagents and a simple protocol, suitable for small, medium, and high-throughput automation. #Pathogens
See it: bocascientific.com/products/mdk...
See it: bocascientific.com/products/mdk...
In a new study, researchers found those with depression have a more than doubled risk of developing #epilepsy. This finding sheds light on the importance of early detection and coordination between mental health and #neurology professionals. #Psychology
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Depression increases epilepsy risk, makes it harder to treat
People with depression have a more than doubled risk of developing epilepsy, a new study says.
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December 8, 2025 at 5:25 PM
In a new study, researchers found those with depression have a more than doubled risk of developing #epilepsy. This finding sheds light on the importance of early detection and coordination between mental health and #neurology professionals. #Psychology
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Researchers leveraged our Mobicols to discover distinct ZAK-ribosome interactions required for constitutive recruitment and activation of the ribotoxic stress response.
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See our Mobicols here: bocascientific.com/products/lab...
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Mobicols & Lab Columns
Mobicols & Lab Columns. Our Mobicols and MobiSpin columns are versatile 1ml columns for separation, isolation, treatment, and purification. Read more
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December 5, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Researchers leveraged our Mobicols to discover distinct ZAK-ribosome interactions required for constitutive recruitment and activation of the ribotoxic stress response.
See our Mobicols here: bocascientific.com/products/lab...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
See our Mobicols here: bocascientific.com/products/lab...
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Researchers have found that cancer #cells with an easily deformed cell #nucleus are more sensitive to drugs that damage #DNA. This finding may explain why certain #cancer treatments are successful and produce the opposite effect. #CancerResearch
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www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Nuclear deformability increases PARPi sensitivity in BRCA1-deficient cells by increasing microtubule-dependent DNA break mobility - Nature Communications
Genome stability is influenced by nuclear dynamics. Here, the authors show that increasing nuclear envelope deformations via Lamin A removal or sphingolipid synthesis inhibition enhances mobility and ...
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December 3, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Researchers have found that cancer #cells with an easily deformed cell #nucleus are more sensitive to drugs that damage #DNA. This finding may explain why certain #cancer treatments are successful and produce the opposite effect. #CancerResearch
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Scientists provide insight into what happens to the gut when fasting for a big meal, particularly on #Thanksgiving. Fasting and then being overly full can lead to gastric reflux, regurgitation, abdominal pain, and even poor sleep!
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Why ‘Saving Room’ for Big Holiday Meals Can Be Bad for Gut Health
Skipping meals before a big holiday feast probably isn’t the best idea for gut health, experts say. Here’s how to prevent overeating on an empty stomach—and tips for if you do
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November 26, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Scientists provide insight into what happens to the gut when fasting for a big meal, particularly on #Thanksgiving. Fasting and then being overly full can lead to gastric reflux, regurgitation, abdominal pain, and even poor sleep!
www.scientificamerican.com/article/skip...
www.scientificamerican.com/article/skip...
Researchers at @mayoclinic.org have found that carotid artery stenting combined with medical therapy can lower the #stroke risk in those with severe carotid artery narrowing. Traditional surgery did not show the same benefit. #Surgery #Neuroscience
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November 24, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Researchers at @mayoclinic.org have found that carotid artery stenting combined with medical therapy can lower the #stroke risk in those with severe carotid artery narrowing. Traditional surgery did not show the same benefit. #Surgery #Neuroscience
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Scientists have successfully stopped a pig kidney from being rejected in a human recipient. This is the first evidence of how to reverse rejection, with hopes of providing improved outcomes for organ transplant recipients. #Immunology
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Pig-organ transplants are often rejected — researchers find a way to stop it
Genetic modifications in pigs could be used to prevent the human immune system attacking donor organs.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Scientists have successfully stopped a pig kidney from being rejected in a human recipient. This is the first evidence of how to reverse rejection, with hopes of providing improved outcomes for organ transplant recipients. #Immunology
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Visit us next week in San Diego, CA at #Sfn2025! Learn about our carefully curated selection of leading-edge Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, and Diagnostics products as well as cutting edge systems such as Actual HCA, and our BOCARACK freezer storage systems.
November 14, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Visit us next week in San Diego, CA at #Sfn2025! Learn about our carefully curated selection of leading-edge Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, and Diagnostics products as well as cutting edge systems such as Actual HCA, and our BOCARACK freezer storage systems.
Researchers at UVA identified the first death from the bite of the Lone Star tick. Bites can sensitize people to alpha-gal, a sugar found in mammalian meat. Following the bite, people can have #allergic symptoms and newly discovered deadly #anaphylaxis.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Researchers at UVA identified the first death from the bite of the Lone Star tick. Bites can sensitize people to alpha-gal, a sugar found in mammalian meat. Following the bite, people can have #allergic symptoms and newly discovered deadly #anaphylaxis.
www.jaci-inpractice.org/article/S221...
www.jaci-inpractice.org/article/S221...
We are thrilled to be attending #Neuroscience2025 in San Diego, CA! Visit us November 16-19 at booth 2415 to learn about our extensive product offerings, including our Home Cage Analyzer for 24/7 rodent behavior monitoring with welfare benefits!
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November 7, 2025 at 3:26 PM
We are thrilled to be attending #Neuroscience2025 in San Diego, CA! Visit us November 16-19 at booth 2415 to learn about our extensive product offerings, including our Home Cage Analyzer for 24/7 rodent behavior monitoring with welfare benefits!
Visit us: bocascientific.com
Visit us: bocascientific.com
We are excited to share a landmark, multi-company validation showing home-cage monitoring detects CNS safety signals missed by traditional Irwin/FOB testing. Home Cage Analyzer offers welfare benefits, & increased sensitivity for 24/7 data capture.
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November 5, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We are excited to share a landmark, multi-company validation showing home-cage monitoring detects CNS safety signals missed by traditional Irwin/FOB testing. Home Cage Analyzer offers welfare benefits, & increased sensitivity for 24/7 data capture.
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A group from @ucsandiego.bsky.social discovered the gut's rhythmic muscle movements could explain how blood vessels in the brain expand & contract. Their findings could help scientists understand brain function & digestive issues. #Neuroscience #Gastroenterology
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Defects, Parcellation, and Renormalized Negative Diffusivities in Nonhomogeneous Oscillatory Media
Spatial nonhomogeneities can synchronize clusters of spatially extended oscillators in different frequency plateaus. Motivated by physiological rhythms, we fully characterize the phase diagram of a Gi...
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November 3, 2025 at 4:29 PM
A group from @ucsandiego.bsky.social discovered the gut's rhythmic muscle movements could explain how blood vessels in the brain expand & contract. Their findings could help scientists understand brain function & digestive issues. #Neuroscience #Gastroenterology
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Happy Halloween from Boca Scientific Inc! 🎃👻
October 31, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Happy Halloween from Boca Scientific Inc! 🎃👻
Researchers have created an antivenom using #antibodies from both a llama and an alpaca, that is able to neutralize venom from some of the worlds most venomous snakes. The treatment provided protection against toxins from 17 African snake species.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Single antivenom protects against 17 different snakebites
Researchers immunized an alpaca and a llama with snake venoms, and combined some of the antibodies produced into a potent cocktail.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Researchers have created an antivenom using #antibodies from both a llama and an alpaca, that is able to neutralize venom from some of the worlds most venomous snakes. The treatment provided protection against toxins from 17 African snake species.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Researchers have identified a previously unknown #genetic disease that affects movement & muscle control. Mutation in NAMPT Axonopathy (MINA) syndrome causes damage to motor #neurons, ultimately resulting in #cells not producing enough energy.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Researchers have identified a previously unknown #genetic disease that affects movement & muscle control. Mutation in NAMPT Axonopathy (MINA) syndrome causes damage to motor #neurons, ultimately resulting in #cells not producing enough energy.
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
A study from @ucleye.bsky.social has identified a key #protein that triggers diabetic retinopathy. The protein LRG1 is the cause of the early damage and targeting this could offer a way to protect vision. #Ophthalmology
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Leucine-rich α-2-glycoprotein 1 initiates the onset of diabetic retinopathy in mice
LRG1-driven microvascular dysfunction triggers early diabetic retinopathy, highlighting a potential therapeutic target.
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October 24, 2025 at 3:30 PM
A study from @ucleye.bsky.social has identified a key #protein that triggers diabetic retinopathy. The protein LRG1 is the cause of the early damage and targeting this could offer a way to protect vision. #Ophthalmology
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...