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A gene is a unit of heredity in a living organism. It normally resides on a stretch of DNA that codes for a type of protein or for an RNA chain that has a function in the organism. All living things depend on genes, as they specify all proteins and functional RNA chains.

Viral Proteins Promote the Spread of Protein Aggregates in the Brain

Viral genetic remnants found naturally in the human genome may influence the development of neurodegenerative diseases.

22 Aug 2023

New Findings May Provide Useful Therapeutic Approach for Treating Breast Cancer Patients

A new editorial paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 14 on June 12, 2023, entitled, "Are cis-spliced fusion proteins pathological in more aggressive luminal breast cancer?"

21 Aug 2023

The Prevalence of Fibrinogen Aα-Chain Amyloidosis in Japanese Squirrels

Fibrinogen Aα-chain amyloidosis, a condition previously unknown in animals other than humans, has been shown to be extremely common in Japanese squirrels (Sciurus lis), according to a study conducted by Dr Tomoaki Murakami of the Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology.

21 Aug 2023

Supporting Informed Decisions on Malaria Biocontrol Interventions

Following World Mosquito Day, we spoke with Dr. Michael Santos from GeneConvene Global Collaborative about using genetically engineered mosquitoes to help tackle malaria and how the Collaborative supports informed decision-making regarding this potentially game-changing technique.

21 Aug 2023

New Method Reconstructs 3D Tissue From 2D Slices

Imagine a few roughly cut slices of bread on a plate. With just those slices, could you picture, in fine detail, the loaf they came from?

18 Aug 2023

Aging Disrupts Gene Expression in Specific Regions of the Brain

Most of us who've reached middle age have noticed a slowing in memory and cognition, but scientists don't have a clear picture of the molecular changes that take place in the brain to cause it.

18 Aug 2023

From Neanderthals to New Drugs: Unlocking Ancient Proteins

We need to think big in antibiotics research.

17 Aug 2023

Single Injection of CRISPR Gene-Editing Treatment Safely Removes SIV From Non-Human Primates

A single injection of a novel CRISPR gene-editing treatment safely and efficiently removes SIV – a virus related to the AIDS-causing agent HIV – from the genomes of non-human primates, scientists at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University now report.

17 Aug 2023

Stem Cells Used to Create Tooth Enamel in the Lab

Organoids have now been created from stem cells to secrete the proteins that form dental enamel, the substance that protects teeth from damage and decay.

16 Aug 2023

Targeting Long-read RNA Sequencing with Low-Cost Technology

Researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) have created a flexible and affordable approach for targeted sequencing of full-length RNA molecules, which might hasten the development of novel diagnostics and therapies.

16 Aug 2023

Scaffolding Protein Helps in the Creation of Biomolecular Condensate

Biomolecular condensates are loosely organized assemblies that carry out a variety of vital tasks inside all live cells. However, the mechanism by which proteins and other biomolecules combine to create these assemblies within cells is not fully known.

16 Aug 2023

DNA Analysis Uncovers Cheese-Making Process

With the use of DNA analysis, researchers examined the microbes that exist at various stages of the mozzarella-making process at different dairies.

16 Aug 2023

New Research Suggests a Key Role of Ice Age Cycles in Early Human Interbreeding

A study published in Science indicates that climatic shifts over the past 400,000 years have influenced Neanderthal and Denisovan interbreeding.

16 Aug 2023

Study Finds Insights to Improve Understanding of Microbes’ Function

In a recent study, a team of researchers led by Penn State discovered hints that could assist in better understanding the role microbes play in creating a living skin over many semi-arid ecosystems around the world.

14 Aug 2023

Comprehensive “Super-Pangenome” for Watermelon Displays Potential

In terms of overall production and economic value, watermelon is an important agricultural commodity on a worldwide scale.

14 Aug 2023

Understanding Watermelon Genetics Could Lead to Development of More Resilient, Delicious Varieties

Watermelon is a globally significant agricultural product, both in terms of the total amount produced and the total economic value generated.

14 Aug 2023

Researchers Identify Key Cells Involved in the Process of Cartilage Regeneration in Lizards

A team of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC have published the first detailed description of the interplay between two cell types that allow lizards to regenerate their tails.

11 Aug 2023

A Surprisingly Quiet Discovery About Low-Noise Genes

While engaging in cell division research, Silke Hauf and members of her lab made a surprisingly quiet discovery.

11 Aug 2023

Researchers Lead Innovative Studies on Mammalian Aging and Life Span

Scientists at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and UCLA Health led an international research team that published two articles detailing changes in DNA – changes that researchers found are shared by humans and other mammals throughout history and are associated with life span and numerous other traits.

11 Aug 2023