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Revolutionizing Glycobiology: A Mass Spectrometrist's Perspective

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to Professor Albert Heck and gained a mass spectrometrist's perspective on the field of glycobiology.

From Pittcon 24 Apr 2023

RExMap unlocks gut microbiome secrets: Revealing their global influence on health

Groundbreaking RExMap database enables species-level mapping of gut microbes, revealing a core set of fifteen microbes shared by humans across the globe.

21 Apr 2023

Newly discovered genetic variant increases risk of developing perianal Crohn's disease

Cedars-Sinai investigators have identified a genetic variant that increases people's risk of developing perianal Crohn's disease, the most debilitating manifestation of Crohn's disease.

20 Apr 2023

Study reveals a previously unknown mechanism for DNA folding

A hitherto unknown mechanism for DNA folding is described in a study in Nature published by researchers from Karolinska Institutet and the Max Planck Institute for Biophysics.

19 Apr 2023

U-M researcher launches new project to identify the full range of RNA building blocks inside human cells

University of Michigan pediatric neurologist Vivian Cheung is launching an international project to identify the full range of RNA building blocks inside human cells.

18 Apr 2023

Precise genome editing approach can correct mutation that causes sickle cell disease

Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard showed how prime editing can correct the mutation that causes sickle cell disease in a potentially curative approach.

18 Apr 2023

Study indicates that the planetary health diet increases probiotic-associated bacteria in the gut microbiome

Researchers analyzed whole-genome data from fecal samples of healthy volunteers following three diets

18 Apr 2023

Light-activated SpyLigation can turn on proteins both inside and outside of living cells

Scientists can now use light to activate protein functions both inside and outside of living cells. The new method, called light-activated SpyLigation, can turn on proteins that are normally off to allow researchers to study and control them in more detail.

18 Apr 2023

Denmark experienced a surge in invasive Strep A infections during the 2022-2023 winter season

During the 2022-2023 winter season Denmark experienced a surge in infections caused by group A streptococci (GAS), including the more dangerous, invasive types of infections (iGAS).

17 Apr 2023

Study develops a novel intranasal influenza virus-vectored vaccine for SARS-CoV-2

Researchers developed a novel intranasal vaccine candidate for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

14 Apr 2023

First-ever largest atlas of post-zygotic genome mutations in healthy human tissue created

Researchers have created the largest atlas of post-zygotic genome mutations in healthy human tissue ever assembled - a scientific advancement that could unlock new avenues for diagnosing and treating genetic disease.

13 Apr 2023

New clinical RNA sequencing platform helps carve a path for Precision Child Health

A new clinical RNA sequencing platform at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is helping to facilitate research into rare genetic conditions and carve a path for Precision Child Health, a movement at SickKids to deliver individualized care for every patient.

13 Apr 2023

Researchers develop new approach for studying HBV in the lab

Hepatitis C and hepatitis B viruses both attack the liver, eventually causing deadly cirrhosis or cancer. But while antivirals can cure 95 percent of HCV infections, its cousin HBV has long eluded effective therapeutics.

13 Apr 2023

New AI tool accurately predicts aggressiveness of colorectal cancer

A new artificial intelligence model designed by researchers at Harvard Medical School and National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan could bring much-needed clarity to doctors delivering prognoses and deciding on treatments for patients with colorectal cancer, the second deadliest cancer worldwide.

13 Apr 2023

Researchers show how the EBV virus exploits genomic weaknesses to cause cancer

The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is easily spread through bodily fluids, primarily saliva, such as kissing, shared drinks or using the same eating utensils.

13 Apr 2023

Genomic study reveals Babesia duncani's pathogenicity and virulence

'Tis the season for hiking now that spring has arrived and temperatures are on the upswing. But with hikes come insect bites and on the increase in North America is babesiosis, a malaria-like disease spread especially between May and October by a tick.

13 Apr 2023

Research reveals molecular features of rare mtDNA mutations

A high-throughput single-cell single-mitochondrial genome sequencing technology known as iMiGseq has provided new insights into mutations of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) and offers a platform for assessing mtDNA editing strategies and genetic diagnosis of embryos prior to their implantation.

13 Apr 2023

Genome News and Research

Revolutionizing Glycobiology: A Mass Spectrometrist's Perspective

RExMap unlocks gut microbiome secrets: Revealing their global influence on health

Newly discovered genetic variant increases risk of developing perianal Crohn's disease

Study reveals a previously unknown mechanism for DNA folding

U-M researcher launches new project to identify the full range of RNA building blocks inside human cells

Precise genome editing approach can correct mutation that causes sickle cell disease

Study indicates that the planetary health diet increases probiotic-associated bacteria in the gut microbiome

Light-activated SpyLigation can turn on proteins both inside and outside of living cells

Denmark experienced a surge in invasive Strep A infections during the 2022-2023 winter season

Study develops a novel intranasal influenza virus-vectored vaccine for SARS-CoV-2

First-ever largest atlas of post-zygotic genome mutations in healthy human tissue created

New clinical RNA sequencing platform helps carve a path for Precision Child Health

Researchers develop new approach for studying HBV in the lab

New AI tool accurately predicts aggressiveness of colorectal cancer

Researchers show how the EBV virus exploits genomic weaknesses to cause cancer

Genomic study reveals Babesia duncani's pathogenicity and virulence

Research reveals molecular features of rare mtDNA mutations

Epidemiology of circulating rotavirus genotypes among children, calves in Egypt

New tool provides insight into the developmental history of certain immune cells

From Sanger Sequencing to the Human Genome Project: The Evolution of DNA Sequencing Technology

The art of CRISPR: The power and promise of gene editing eBook

Lab Matters host Harriet Gould on building a more connected lab community

The Critical Role of Sample Storage in Drug Discovery and Development

Advancing Neuroscience Research Through Collaboration and Patient-Centered Innovation

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