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Harnessing the Power of Vibrio natriegens for Eco-Friendly Rare Earth Element Processing

A minuscule and industrious bacterium, weighing just one-trillionth of a gram, is poised to significantly impact the eco-friendly processing of rare earth elements.

19 Dec 2023

Decoding Zebrafish Development: A Comprehensive Gene Expression Atlas

Scientists from the National Institutes of Health have released a comprehensive guide to the development of zebrafish, outlining the gene expression patterns activated in almost every cell type during the initial five days of growth.

19 Dec 2023

Omicron's Cellular Senescence May Explain Cytokine Storms and Long-COVID

A new research paper was published on the cover of Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 23, entitled, "Uncovering a unique pathogenic mechanism of SARS-CoV-2 omicron variant: selective induction of cellular senescence."

18 Dec 2023

NTNU Develops Dual-Mechanism Antibiotic Strategy to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

NTNU has developed a promising antibiotic candidate against MRSA. Behind the discovery lies a methodology that may be important in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.

18 Dec 2023

Arabidopsis thaliana’s Pioneering Role in Complete Genome Sequencing

Arabidopsis thaliana, a globally cultivated species for genetic research, achieved the milestone of being the first plant to undergo complete genome sequencing.

18 Dec 2023

Revealing the Molecular Machinery of Virus Warriors Against Bacterial Infections

The term “virus” is frequently linked with negative implications. Nevertheless, it is crucial to recognize that not all viruses are detrimental.

18 Dec 2023

Exploring the Effects of Vascularization Strategies on Brain Organoids

Researchers at Waseda University led by Assistant Professor Kosuke Kataoka, have uncovered crucial insights into brain organoids' development.

18 Dec 2023

Exploring the Role of Facilitators in Gene Expression

A study conducted by the Laboratory of Gene Regulation at the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, headed by Professor Doug Higgs and Dr Mira Kassouf, has been published in the journal Cell.

15 Dec 2023

Study Delves into the Transmission of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Cockroaches

A recent study delves into the transmission of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among cockroaches, shedding light on potential implications for AMR transmission in humans.

15 Dec 2023

Gladstone Scientists Create Intricate Map of Human T Cell Function With Base Editing

In a study of historic scale, scientists at Gladstone Institutes have created an intricate map of how the immune system functions, examining the detailed molecular structures governing human T cells using the next-generation CRISPR tool known as base editing.

14 Dec 2023

Light Sensing Helps Bacteria Survive Daily Environmental Shifts

Scientists know that many bacteria have proteins that give them the ability to sense light. This ability helps some bacteria use light for energy.

14 Dec 2023

From Mice to Men: New Studies Bridge the Gap in Brain Cell Gene Expression Across Species

Despite all our cells sharing the same DNA, there are thousands of different cell types in the human brain, each with a unique structure and function.

14 Dec 2023

NSF Funds IWGSC Project to Sequence Ancient Bread Wheat Genomes for Improved Traits

The International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium (IWGSC) is starting a two-year project, with funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), to mine an untapped genetic resource for wheat improvement by sequencing the genomes of ancient varieties representing the worldwide diversity of bread wheat.

14 Dec 2023

Epigenetic Changes in Insulin-Producing Cells Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Onset

Do epigenetic changes cause type 2 diabetes, or do the changes occur only after a person has become ill? A new study by researchers at Lund University provides increased support for the idea that epigenetic changes can cause type 2 diabetes.

14 Dec 2023

CRISPR Takes Probiotics to the Next Level

Humans can benefit significantly from symbiotic relationships with probiotics-;live bacteria and microorganisms that influence the gut microbiota.

14 Dec 2023

Understudied Brain Cell Holds Key to Glioblastoma's Immunotherapy Resistance

Glioblastoma is one of the most treatment-resistant cancers, with those diagnosed surviving for less than two years.

13 Dec 2023

New Findings on Senescence and its Evolutionary Advantages

Evolutionary biologists at the HUN-REN Centre for Ecological Research, led by Eörs Szathmáry from the Hungarian Academy of Sciences and including András Szilágyi, Tamás Czárán, and Mauro Santos, used a computer model to demonstrate that under specific conditions, senescence can aid in responding to directional selection and facilitate adaptation to changing environmental factors.

12 Dec 2023

Genes News and Research

Harnessing the Power of Vibrio natriegens for Eco-Friendly Rare Earth Element Processing

Decoding Zebrafish Development: A Comprehensive Gene Expression Atlas

Omicron's Cellular Senescence May Explain Cytokine Storms and Long-COVID

NTNU Develops Dual-Mechanism Antibiotic Strategy to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

Arabidopsis thaliana’s Pioneering Role in Complete Genome Sequencing

Revealing the Molecular Machinery of Virus Warriors Against Bacterial Infections

Exploring the Effects of Vascularization Strategies on Brain Organoids

Exploring the Role of Facilitators in Gene Expression

Study Delves into the Transmission of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Cockroaches

Gladstone Scientists Create Intricate Map of Human T Cell Function With Base Editing

Light Sensing Helps Bacteria Survive Daily Environmental Shifts

From Mice to Men: New Studies Bridge the Gap in Brain Cell Gene Expression Across Species

NSF Funds IWGSC Project to Sequence Ancient Bread Wheat Genomes for Improved Traits

Epigenetic Changes in Insulin-Producing Cells Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Onset

CRISPR Takes Probiotics to the Next Level

Understudied Brain Cell Holds Key to Glioblastoma's Immunotherapy Resistance

New Findings on Senescence and its Evolutionary Advantages

Unveiling the Role of Exosomes in Regulating Hepatic Lipid Metabolism

Tailored Nanoparticles Deliver siRNA to Reduce Neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's Disease Models

Unraveling Oxygen's Impact on Protein Dynamics

Driving Support for Pharmaceutical Testing Through Continuous Innovation

From Memory to Metaplasticity: Unraveling the Brain's Secrets

Revolutionizing Mass Spectrometry: A Deep Dive into Plasmion’s SICRIT® Technology

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