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San Antonio researchers report a new mechanistic target for leukemia drug development

Scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio believe it may be possible to prevent DNA changes driven by two proteins highly active in leukemia and other cancers.

7 Feb 2022

TAB1 gene plays a key role in maintaining stem cells during ovule formation in rice plants

Rice has long been a staple food for more than half the global population. The United Nations even declared 2004 the International Year of Rice to raise awareness and encourage action to protect and advance the crop for a rapidly growing population.

7 Feb 2022

Largest genome study identifies new genetic risk factors for migraine

An international consortium of leading migraine scientists identified more than 120 regions of the genome that are connected to risk of migraine.

4 Feb 2022

Research focuses on how short-term genetic memories can be inherited across generations

A gene-silencing tool could enable new opportunities for advancing basic biomedical research and drug development.

4 Feb 2022

Chromosomal units remained constant in evolution, study finds

Animal diversity is interesting, but how does their genetic material, or genome, represent this?

4 Feb 2022

CRISPR-Cas9 likely to cause unforeseen genetic variations, researchers warn

Commonly referred to as “genetic scissors,” the CRISPR-Cas9 opens up new avenues for disease treatment—however, treatments must be effective.

4 Feb 2022

Different autism risk genes have similar effects on brain development, study finds

Autism spectrum disorder has been associated with hundreds of different genes, but how these distinct genetic mutations converge on a similar pathology in patients has remained a mystery.

3 Feb 2022

Genes could help determine how well someone responds to couple's therapy

How well someone responds to couple's therapy could be determined by their genes, according to a new study led by Queen Mary University of London and Denver University.

3 Feb 2022

New genomic study suggests protein-based antigens provide more stable vaccine targets for Shigella

New genomics research conducted by the University of Liverpool will aid in the development and implementation of vaccinations against Shigella.

2 Feb 2022

Researchers provide first evidence of the gene-environment interaction in the social dysfunctions typical of autistic disorders

Autism spectrum disorders are characterized by a wide range of behavioral issues.

2 Feb 2022

Oligodendrocyte plays major role in the development of multiple sclerosis, says study

A team of international researchers revealed that oligodendrocytes, a kind of central nervous system cell, may play a different function in the progression of MS.

2 Feb 2022

Hematopoietic stem cells play key focus of stem-cell-based medical research

According to a recent study, a protein that controls how DNA is wrapped within chromosomes plays a key role in the proper functioning of blood stem cells.

2 Feb 2022

New model could improve the assessment of heart disease

A heart attack or stroke can blindside people who thought they were at low risk. Now, research led by UConn Health has found a new model that could improve how we assess heart disease.

1 Feb 2022

Ingenza collaborates with Johnson Matthey for efficient industrial enzyme synthesis

Biotechnology company Ingenza is excited to report the successful conclusion to its recent six-month project with Johnson Matthey.

1 Feb 2022

Clemson University research focuses on identifying networks of genes involved in uterine cancer

No single gene causes uterine cancer, the fourth most common cancer among women, which is on the rise in the U.S.

31 Jan 2022

Study identifies new therapy to treat cystic fibrosis

The process of making proteins from genes is similar to that of a factory, where employees must follow a set of instructions that are both effective and precise.

31 Jan 2022

European Reference Genome Atlas intends to provide “reference genomes” for the biodiversity of Europe

In 2021, experts launched the “European Reference Genome Atlas” (ERGA) to give crucial genetic data to inform the study of Europe’s biodiversity.

31 Jan 2022

Scientists develop low-cost metagenome sequencing technique for microbiome research

A research team headed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, QIBEBT developed a low-cost metagenome sequencing technology.

31 Jan 2022

Diet induces permanent genetic alterations in the gut microbes, study reveals

A recent study found that diet can influence the evolutionary path of bacteria in the gut within host-relevant timescales.

31 Jan 2022

Study identifies genetic traits relevant to the appearance and behavior of two bee subspecies

Recently discovered genetic knowledge of two nuisance western honey bee subspecies will help commercial and hobby beekeepers.

28 Jan 2022

Genetic News and Research

San Antonio researchers report a new mechanistic target for leukemia drug development

TAB1 gene plays a key role in maintaining stem cells during ovule formation in rice plants

Largest genome study identifies new genetic risk factors for migraine

Research focuses on how short-term genetic memories can be inherited across generations

Chromosomal units remained constant in evolution, study finds

CRISPR-Cas9 likely to cause unforeseen genetic variations, researchers warn

Different autism risk genes have similar effects on brain development, study finds

Genes could help determine how well someone responds to couple's therapy

New genomic study suggests protein-based antigens provide more stable vaccine targets for Shigella

Researchers provide first evidence of the gene-environment interaction in the social dysfunctions typical of autistic disorders

Oligodendrocyte plays major role in the development of multiple sclerosis, says study

Hematopoietic stem cells play key focus of stem-cell-based medical research

New model could improve the assessment of heart disease

Ingenza collaborates with Johnson Matthey for efficient industrial enzyme synthesis

Clemson University research focuses on identifying networks of genes involved in uterine cancer

Study identifies new therapy to treat cystic fibrosis

European Reference Genome Atlas intends to provide “reference genomes” for the biodiversity of Europe

Scientists develop low-cost metagenome sequencing technique for microbiome research

Diet induces permanent genetic alterations in the gut microbes, study reveals

Study identifies genetic traits relevant to the appearance and behavior of two bee subspecies

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