Tag: antibodies

NIH Researchers Discover Antibodies with Potential to Combat Alpha-Gal Syndrome

1 Sep 2026 12:05 p.m. · Source: National Institutes of Health

NIH researchers discovered rare antibodies, initially from malaria research, that show potential to block allergic reactions in alpha-gal syndrome (AGS). This breakthrough offers hope for a condition with no current treatment, paving the way for new interventions.

Health Science & Technology Politics and Government Medical Science Federal Government Social Issues Alpha-gal syndrome Antibodies National Institutes of Health Tick bites Allergies Medical Research National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
NIH-Funded Study Identifies First Human Antibodies Against Measles Virus, Paving Way for Treatment

14 May 2026 12:53 p.m. · Source: National Institutes of Health

NIH-funded scientists have isolated and mapped the first human antibodies against measles, revealing new immune system insights. This breakthrough identifies potent antibodies, including 4F09, offering hope for a new treatment for vulnerable populations amidst rising global cases.

Health Science & Technology Politics and Government Medical Science Federal Government Social Issues Measles Antibodies National Institutes of Health La Jolla Institute for Immunology Jeffrey K. Taubenberger Erica Ollmann Saphire Medical Research