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Study identifies new variants for polycystic ovary syndrome

Scientists from the Institute of Genomics of the University of Tartu recently identified the association between polycystic ovary syndrome and genetics.

19 Nov 2021

Study employs deep learning AI to classify chromosomal images from plant species

Cell division is a vital mechanism underlying biological growth and repair.

19 Nov 2021

Study results facilitate construction of complex nanoscale computing agents

Scientists for the first time developed a nano computing agent that regulates the function of a specific protein involved in cell movement and cancer metastasis.

From Penn State University 19 Nov 2021

Many mosaic embryos discarded for IVF treatment may lead to successful pregnancies

One factor that limits the success of in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures is the number of viable embryos available for implantation in the uterus.

19 Nov 2021

Glial cells in the heart play critical role in cardiac development and function

Glial cells in the heart help regulate heart rate and rhythm, and drive its development in the embryo, according to a new study publishing November 18th in the open-access journal PLOS Biology by Nina Kikel-Coury, Cody Smith and colleagues at the University of Notre Dame.

19 Nov 2021

Researchers identify new role of Hox genes in adulthood

Among their many extraordinary feats, some planarian flatworms reproduce by tearing off pieces of themselves to regenerate new worms.

19 Nov 2021

De Novo Mutations may Play a Role in Male Infertility

In this interview, we speak to Dr. Miguel J. Xavier about his latest research into male infertility and how de novo mutations may play a part.

From Newcastle University 19 Nov 2021

New links found between CRISPR, p53 and other cancer genes that could prevent accumulation of mutated cells

A protein that protects cells from DNA damage, p53, is activated during gene editing using the CRISPR technique.

18 Nov 2021

Research demonstrates how diet affects immunity through the gut microbiome

The cliché "you are what you eat" has been used for hundreds of years to illustrate the link between diet and health. Now, an international team of researchers has found the molecular proof of this concept, demonstrating how diet ultimately affects immunity through the gut microbiome.

From Harvard Medical School 17 Nov 2021

Scientists use AI and evolutionary analysis to produce 3D models of eukaryotic protein interactions

UT Southwestern and University of Washington researchers led an international team that used artificial intelligence (AI) and evolutionary analysis to produce 3D models of eukaryotic protein interactions.

17 Nov 2021

Genomic changes in advanced tumors reveal interactions with treatment

A novel way to look at cancer treatment resistance offers the possibility for identifying genetic mechanisms involved and alternative treatment approaches.

17 Nov 2021

Diet has a much stronger impact on the inner workings of cells than drugs

A study comparing the impact of diet versus drugs on the inner workings of our cells has found nutrition has a much stronger impact.

17 Nov 2021

Researchers discover a link between genetic variant and chronic hypersensitivity pneumonitis

Chronic hypersensitivity pneumonitis (CHP) is a long-term lung condition where the interstitial tissue surrounding the alveoli (air sacs) of the lungs becomes inflamed and develops "fibrosis", or scar tissue.

17 Nov 2021

Study identifies new gene that promotes progression to type 1 diabetes

When the pro-inflammatory pair, a receptor called CCR2 and its ligand CCL-2, get together, it increases the risk of developing type 1 diabetes, scientists report.

17 Nov 2021

New technique anticipated to deliver personalized immunotherapies for cancer

Recent research led to a very effective technique to create many immune cells particularly engineered to identify neoantigens.

17 Nov 2021

Researchers analyze patterns of rice adaptation to drought tolerance

Rice is not only a staple food but also a means of livelihood for numerous smallholder farmers in South and Southeast Asia.

17 Nov 2021

Researchers perform targeted mutagenesis to prolong dormancy in barley

Unexpected rain before the harvest season leaves the farmer with a problem—untimely sprouting of barley.

17 Nov 2021

Researchers use DNA to track the genetic evolution, migration of chickpea

Scientists at the University of Saskatchewan are part of an international team that employed DNA to monitor the genetic evolution and migration of chickpea.

17 Nov 2021

New gene critical for daily behavioral rhythms discovered

Life is organized on a 24-hour schedule. Central to this regular rhythm is the circadian clock, timekeepers that are present in virtually every organ, tissue and cell type.

16 Nov 2021

Researchers test a neoantigen-specific transgenic immune cell therapy for malignant gliomas

Doctors and scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and from Heidelberg University's Medical Faculty Mannheim have successfully tested a neoantigen-specific transgenic immune cell therapy for malignant brain tumors for the first time using an experimental model in mice.

16 Nov 2021

Genetics and Genomics News and Research

Latest Genetics and Genomics News and Research

Study identifies new variants for polycystic ovary syndrome

Study employs deep learning AI to classify chromosomal images from plant species

Study results facilitate construction of complex nanoscale computing agents

Many mosaic embryos discarded for IVF treatment may lead to successful pregnancies

Glial cells in the heart play critical role in cardiac development and function

Researchers identify new role of Hox genes in adulthood

De Novo Mutations may Play a Role in Male Infertility

New links found between CRISPR, p53 and other cancer genes that could prevent accumulation of mutated cells

Research demonstrates how diet affects immunity through the gut microbiome

Scientists use AI and evolutionary analysis to produce 3D models of eukaryotic protein interactions

Genomic changes in advanced tumors reveal interactions with treatment

Diet has a much stronger impact on the inner workings of cells than drugs

Researchers discover a link between genetic variant and chronic hypersensitivity pneumonitis

Study identifies new gene that promotes progression to type 1 diabetes

New technique anticipated to deliver personalized immunotherapies for cancer

Researchers analyze patterns of rice adaptation to drought tolerance

Researchers perform targeted mutagenesis to prolong dormancy in barley

Researchers use DNA to track the genetic evolution, migration of chickpea

New gene critical for daily behavioral rhythms discovered

Researchers test a neoantigen-specific transgenic immune cell therapy for malignant gliomas

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