Yuning Wang, PhD
Yuning joined the custom content team at Drug Discovery News in June 2022. She earned her PhD in biochemistry from the University of Western Ontario, where she investigated how calcium sensor proteins regulate muscle cell membrane repair and cause muscular dystrophy. Yuning developed a passion for science communication during graduate school and began her career as a science writer in 2020. She enjoys reading, gardening, and trying new restaurants in Toronto.
Articles by Yuning Wang, PhD
Discover the innovations that turned 3D fabrication into tools for building complex, lifelike biological structures.
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As drug discovery grows more complex, the pace of discovery increasingly depends on the tools and people working behind the scenes.
Explore evolving technologies, analytical strategies, and expert guidance supporting high-quality flow cytometry research.
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The milestone article will trace the controversial discovery of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) and the subsequent purification, characterization, and clinical use of PSA as a biomarker blood test for prostate cancer.
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Laboratories account for a surprising share of global emissions and plastic waste, making sustainability a priority for modern research.
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Why is spatial proteomics in the spotlight? Learn how mapping proteins in place is changing the way researchers study cells, diseases, and potential new drugs.
A powerful tool in modern oncology, immunotherapy doesn’t work the same for everyone. Researchers are exploring why and developing ways to improve its effectiveness.
They don’t play by the rules, but the immune system wouldn’t work without them.
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Autophagy in cancer is a double-edged sword: It protects cells from malignant transformation, but once tumors form, it helps them thrive.
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Born to differentiate and heal, mesenchymal stem cells carry great potential for treating a wide spectrum of diseases.
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Achieving higher accuracy and depth in bottom-up proteomics involves navigating a multifaceted process with various steps and challenges.
From signaling hunger to influencing mood, the vagus nerve keeps the gut and brain in sync.
