Choroidal neovascularization (CNV) is the principal driver of blindness in neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nvAMD). Abnormal blood vessel growth beneath the macular leads to retinal damage and severe vision loss. Discovering the involvement of VEGF in the underlying mechanisms driving …

The incidence of obesity and diabetes is skyrocketing, leading to chronic inflammatory conditions such as cardiovascular disease, autoimmune diseases, liver diseases, and cancer. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death across the US and worldwide and affects almost half of all ad…

The emergence of immune checkpoint inhibitors revolutionized cancer immunotherapy. Monoclonal antibodies targeting PD-1, PD-L1 and CTLA-4 have shown impressive clinical outcomes. The Need Despite their effectiveness, current monoclonal antibody treatments have limitations such as low response ra…

An estimated 20,160 new cases of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and 4,410 deaths were expected in 2022. Current therapies for CLL include the administration of a monoclonal antibody, such as rituximab, an anti-CD20 antibody, to promote clearance of malignant B cells. The Need Current therapies…

The Need Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) remains a significant healthcare challenge with high mortality rates and long-term morbidity. Despite advancements in supportive care, there’s an urgent need for pharmacologic treatments targeting the molecular mechanisms driving ARDS pathog…

Failure to rescue (FTR) is a serious issue in patient safety and healthcare quality for hospitalized patients. The term implies that rescue is possible, and death is, therefore, a failure. On any given day across the country, two-thirds of deaths in hospitals could be judged as preventable. In 2005,…

The complex genetic landscape of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), marked by chromosomal alterations and gene mutations, necessitates innovative approaches. The Need AML poses a significant challenge in the realm of hematologic malignancies, demanding both prognostic markers and novel treatments. Curr…

Massive burn injuries present a critical challenge in wound healing and prevention of infection. Current treatment methods are susceptible to blistering and other problems that can reduce engraftment. The Need Cultured epithelial autografts (CEAs) are a vital component in treating large burns, but…

In today’s healthcare landscape, increasingly highly pathogenic and multidrug-resistant S. aureus (MDRSA) strains are replacing traditional methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) in both community and hospital settings. The Need The rise of these resilient multi-drug resistant bacteria has …

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common form of irregular cardiac rhythm (arrhythmia), affecting approximately 3% of the US population. It is a significant risk factor for heart failure, ischemic stroke, and sudden cardiac death. The AF mortality rate is growing globally, and risk factors known …