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How chromatin compartmentalization affects DNA damage response

Researchers uncover novel insights into how chromatin compartmentalization influences the DNA damage response (DDR) after double-stranded breaks (DSBs), shedding light on the mechanisms behind genomic integrity maintenance and the risk of translocations. Their findings reveal the importance of chromosomal design in DNA repair and the potential implications for genome stability and cancer translocations.

22 Oct 2023

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

Researchers identify a pathophysiological mechanism linking serotonin reduction to the multifaceted etiology of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19.

20 Oct 2023

“Goblet cells” play an important role in the development of allergic conjunctivitis

The first step in the development of the allergic conjunctivitis is the penetration of the allergen through the epithelial layer.

17 Oct 2023

Fluorescence lifetime imaging shows promise for improved tumor detection

Removing a patient's tumor while sparing healthy tissue requires exquisite precision, but often surgeons must rely on their eyes and hands to determine where to cut.

16 Oct 2023

Save the environment and protect your skin while doing it – the 'cherry on top'

Researchers discover a sustainable way to repurpose tart cherry waste, harnessing its bioactive compounds for skin care applications. The study reveals that these extracts significantly protect human skin cells from oxidative stress, offering an eco-friendly solution to both food waste and skin health.

16 Oct 2023

Researchers create a comprehensive cellular atlas of the Broca’s area in the brain

The brain is made up of numerous types of cells that are organized into different structures and regions.

12 Oct 2023

TTUHSC receives nearly $2.3 million in CPRIT grants to support cancer research

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) recently awarded grants to four researchers from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC).

12 Oct 2023

Accelerating drug discovery with analytical R&D solutions

In this interview, Thermo Fisher Scientific discusses how to accelerate drug discovery through analytical R&D.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific – Materials & Structural Analysis 12 Oct 2023

Gut defenders: How T-cell intraepithelial lymphocytes guard against colon cancer

In the latest research published in Science Immunology, experts delve into the gene expression patterns of distinct intraepithelial lymphocyte populations in various gastrointestinal tract regions. Key findings reveal the roles of T-cell IELs in detecting infections and ensuring the gut's barrier integrity, with a special emphasis on their function in combating colon cancer.

9 Oct 2023

3D printing crafts cerebral cortex tissues: A breakthrough for brain injury treatment

Researchers utilize 3D printing to craft cerebral cortex tissues with organized neurons, offering potential treatments for brain injuries. This novel technique prints neural progenitors in layer-by-layer sequences, aiming for accurate tissue restoration in damaged brains.

8 Oct 2023

SARS-CoV-2 infection in coronary vessels linked to cardiovascular complications

Researchers reported that the increased long-term risk of acute cardiovascular complications associated with COVID-19 is linked to SARS-CoV-2 infecting coronary vessels and inducing the formation of plaques.

3 Oct 2023

Game-changing point-of-care assay could revolutionize Mpox detection worldwide

Researchers developed a point-of-care assay for the rapid detection of mpox virus.

20 Sep 2023

Single-cell screening of cerebral organoids to identify developmental defects in autism

Researchers develop CRISPR-human organoids-single-cell RNA sequencing system to identify developmental brain defects in autism.

18 Sep 2023

Researchers discover backup protein quality control mechanism

Researchers from the Babraham Institute, UK, and the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) have identified a backup mechanism of protein quality control which prevents the toxic effects of protein aggregation in specific tissues when normal methods of molecular monitoring fail.

14 Sep 2023

Reviving reservoirs: new findings shake up HIV treatment understanding

Researchers provide insight into the interaction between T lymphocytes and persisting reservoirs of HIV, with repercussions for harnessing effective, long-lasting responses to HIV eradication.

14 Sep 2023

Dietary cholesterol and fruit tannins synergistically promote kidney stone formation

Kidney stones (KS), hard crystalline formations that occur within the kidney, are a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

11 Sep 2023

Is DNA methylation the missing link in diagnosing and treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis?

Researchers across Europe have delved into the DNA methylation patterns in CD4+ T-cells of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis (PsA) patients, unveiling potential new biomarkers for these conditions. Their study suggests that these unique profiles could serve as both diagnostic and prognostic tools, although further validation is needed for real-world clinical application.

10 Sep 2023

Fluorescence News and Research

How chromatin compartmentalization affects DNA damage response

Low serotonin levels observed in long COVID and other viral infections

“Goblet cells” play an important role in the development of allergic conjunctivitis

Fluorescence lifetime imaging shows promise for improved tumor detection

Save the environment and protect your skin while doing it – the 'cherry on top'

Researchers create a comprehensive cellular atlas of the Broca’s area in the brain

TTUHSC receives nearly $2.3 million in CPRIT grants to support cancer research

Accelerating drug discovery with analytical R&D solutions

Gut defenders: How T-cell intraepithelial lymphocytes guard against colon cancer

3D printing crafts cerebral cortex tissues: A breakthrough for brain injury treatment

SARS-CoV-2 infection in coronary vessels linked to cardiovascular complications

Game-changing point-of-care assay could revolutionize Mpox detection worldwide

Single-cell screening of cerebral organoids to identify developmental defects in autism

Researchers discover backup protein quality control mechanism

Reviving reservoirs: new findings shake up HIV treatment understanding

Dietary cholesterol and fruit tannins synergistically promote kidney stone formation

Is DNA methylation the missing link in diagnosing and treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis?

Chronic inflammation's influence on TP53 mutations in leukemia evolution explored in new study

Specialized astrocyte subpopulation discovery sheds light on brain health and treatment avenues

Elevated pressure in the bile canaliculi alters structure of the liver tissue

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Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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