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AI Reshapes Drug Discovery in Three Critical Steps
AI is accelerating drug discovery by identifying disease targets, generating compounds, and predicting safety, as seen in Novartis projects for kidney diseases and Huntington’s. Leaders at the World Economic Forum 2026 discuss ethical AI use for real-world challenges.
This reduces time from years to under a year for candidate identification.
UNC Scientists Reveal How Cells Respond to Common Prescription Drugs
UNC School of Medicine researchers used advanced simulations to show how G proteins dissociate to transmit signals from widely used medicines. This matches lab results and identifies drugs that slow the process, aiding treatments for heart disease and mental health.
Published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Enormous Stream of Super-Hot Gas Erupts from Nearby Galaxy
Scientists discovered a massive gas stream driven by a black hole, stretching beyond the galaxy itself. The jets spiral and indicate powerful activity at the galactic center.
Reported January 10, 2026.
Brain Activity Pattern Predicts Alzheimer’s Progression
Researchers found a noninvasive brain scanning pattern predicting Alzheimer’s in mild cognitive impairment patients. This enables earlier intervention.
Discovery dated January 12, 2026.
Iron Scarcity Hinders Ocean Algae Oxygen Production
Microscopic phytoplankton, key oxygen producers, waste energy without iron, impacting photosynthesis. New field research reveals this dependency.
Reported January 12, 2026.
Arginine Amino Acid Prevents Cavities by Neutralizing Dental Acids
Clinical trials show arginine-treated plaque stays less acidic and structurally less harmful against sugar-loving bacteria. This natural compound fights tooth decay early.
Dated January 9, 2026.
Astronomers Discover Starless Ghost Galaxy of Dark Matter
Hubble revealed Cloud-9, a dark matter-dominated 'failed galaxy' with no stars. It’s a cosmic leftover from early universe formation.
Reported January 9, 2026.
Hearing Restoration Project Advances with AI and Organoids
HRP uses AI for biological insights and 'green cochlea' organoids from human cells to reduce animal testing and regenerate inner ear hair cells. This builds a toolbox for hearing loss treatments.
Accelerates multidimensional discovery.
Metal Snowflakes Emerge in Nanocrystal Synthesis
NAU researchers created gold, copper, iron nanocrystals resembling snowflakes via rapid reactions, governed by emergence dynamics. This enables control over nanomaterials for nanotechnology advances.
Published in Small journal.
New Target Revives Depression Drug Development
Researchers modified NK1 receptor antagonists to restore antidepressant effects after past failures. This revives a long-doubted molecular target.
Promises new treatments.
Target Identified for Autoimmune Brain Disease 'Brain on Fire'
OHSU used cryo-EM to pinpoint autoantibody binding sites on NMDA receptors in a mouse model matching human cases. This hot spot enables targeted therapies and potential blood tests.
Improves on immunosuppression.
Dark Matter May Have Started 'Blazing Hot' Not Cold
University of Minnesota and Paris-Saclay scientists challenge cold dark matter, proposing it was near light-speed hot initially. This reshapes early universe models.
Dated January 15, 2026.