Researchers identify non-coding RNA molecule in trypanosome parasites (IMAGE)

Bar-Ilan University

Researchers identify non-coding RNA molecule in trypanosome parasites

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Researchers at Bar-Ilan University in Israel have identified a non-coding RNA molecule that regulates protein translation in Trypanosomatids, single-cell parasites that cause major diseases affecting millions of people. The discovery may lead to the development of novel medications, based on anti-sense RNA, to treat, and prevent the spread of, these diseases. Indeed, the recent success in RNA delivery in the vaccine for COVID-19, holds promise for this biotechnological approach.

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Bar-Ilan University

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