Scientists reveal how Venus fly traps snaps shut
LA JOLLA, CA— Scientists at Scripps Research have revealed the three-dimensional structure of Flycatcher1, an aptly named protein channel that may enable Venus fly trap plants to snap shut in response...
View ArticleScripps Research discovery points to possible driver of Parkinsons disease
Study shows how blocking cellular housekeeping system leads to buildup and spread of abnormal protein aggregates in the brain.read more
View ArticleUnexpected findings detailed in new portrait of HIV
Cryo-electron microscopy was used to gather 3-dimensional images of nearly complete HIV virus particles. The studies provide a detailed portrait of the antigenic face, the Env glycoprotein (blue), that...
View ArticleScripps Research develops a smartphone app to calculate genetic risk for...
LA JOLLA, CA— A Scripps Research team developed a smartphone app that can calculate users’ genetic risk for coronary artery disease (CAD)—and found that users at high risk sought out appropriate...
View ArticleAbbVie and Scripps Research Announce Collaboration to Develop Antiviral...
LA JOLLA, CA— AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) and Scripps Research, an independent, non-profit biomedical research and drug discovery institute, today announced a global collaboration to develop potential novel,...
View ArticleScripps Research chemists find a quick way to synthesize novel neuroactive...
Bark of Galbulimima belgraveana contains compounds that could be the basis for new psychiatric and neurological drugs.read more
View ArticleScripps Research scientists hunt for neurons responsible for alcohol withdrawal
LA JOLLA, CA— When a heavy alcohol drinker tries to take a night off, their body protests, with shaky hands, heart palpitations, anxiety and headaches. These acute symptoms of alcohol withdrawal— but...
View ArticleJennifer Rubio, co-founder and CEO of Away, joins the Board of Directors at...
Slack co-founder and CEO Stewart Butterfield to serve as an observer to the Board of Directors. Scripps Research bridges world-class research with innovative drug development. read more
View ArticleNew method for making tissue transparent could speed the study of many diseases
Scripps Research technique makes it easier to analyze body-wide biological processes and diseases such as COVID-19 infection. read more
View ArticleChi-Huey Wong selected for 2022 Chemical Pioneer Award
Wong is recognized for his outstanding contributions that have had significant impact in the chemical sciences in both academia and industry.read more
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Scripps Research's doctoral program requires highly motivated individuals who thrive on challenges. There are no specific prerequisites; however, applicants should demonstrate good undergraduate...
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Scripps Research's doctoral program requires highly motivated individuals who thrive on challenges. There are no specific prerequisites; however, applicants should demonstrate good undergraduate...
View ArticleSkaggs Graduate School at Scripps Research earns another top ten ranking
The Skaggs Graduate School of Chemical and Biological Sciences at Scripps Research is again ranked among the top ten graduate programs in the nation according to a recent survey by U.S. News &...
View ArticleNewly identified cell type could be the key to restoring damaged salivary glands
LA JOLLA, CA— Scientists at Scripps Research and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research have discovered a special type of cell that resides in salivary glands and is likely crucial...
View ArticleScripps Research study suggests targeting noradrenaline to treat alcoholism
Study indicates that drugs already targeting noradrenaline for other diseases may be useful in treating alcohol use disorder.read more
View ArticleSmartwatches and fitness bands reveal individual physiological responses to...
Scripps Research scientists find digital biomarkers that could be associated with vaccine-induced immune response.read more
View ArticleNew technique shows in detail where drug molecules hit their targets in the body
Devised by Scripps Research scientists, the new method could speed the development of many new drugs.read more
View ArticleXin Jin receives Early Career Investigator Award from International Society...
The award is granted for the highest quality empirical research in the field of autism published in the past year.read more
View ArticleScripps Research study reveals how alcohol cravings get stronger after...
Findings in animal study could eventually lead to improved treatments to minimize cravings in people with alcohol use disorder.read more
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