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Novel "Raman genome" concept enables rapid tracking of viruses

A research team led by Distinguished Professor Giuseppe Pezzotti at the Biomedical Engineering Center, Kansai Medical University, has demonstrated that differences in the molecular structures of viral RNA can be captured as "Raman barcodes," enabling the identification of 20 SARS-CoV-2 variants and subvariants.

20 Oct 2026

Discovery of new bacteria opens fresh avenues for prostate cancer research

University of East Anglia researchers have discovered the genetic blueprints of 18 new bacterial species collected from prostate cancer patients.

20 Oct 2026

Researchers capture clear images of complex cancer drug building enzyme

A joint research group led by Ryo Tanifuji and Hiroki Oguri from the University of Tokyo and Yoshikazu Tanaka from Tohoku University has successfully visualized SacC, an enzyme that plays a key role in building the complex five-ring core of safracin B.

19 Oct 2026

Antibiotic exposure during childhood linked to higher risk of IBS in young adults

Antibiotic use from childhood through early adulthood was associated with higher odds of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) at age 24, with the odds increasing as the number of antibiotic prescriptions rose, according to a new study presented today at UEG Week 2026.

19 Oct 2026

New study reveals how Candida auris evades antifungal drugs

New research has revealed an unexpected new mechanism through which the killer fungus Candida auris is resisting antifungal drug treatment.

15 Oct 2026

Novel gene rejuvenation therapy preserves cell identity while reversing age

Every organ and tissue progressively loses function and integrity as it ages. In fact, researchers have identified "hallmarks of aging" that not only present specific processes impacted by age, but are also thought of as levers that, if successfully targeted, could help turn back the aging clock and result in tissue rejuvenation.

14 Oct 2026

Local DNA motion remains nearly constant during cell interphase

Human genomic DNA is wrapped around core histone proteins to form nucleosomes, the fundamental units of chromatin.

14 Oct 2026

E. coli eavesdrops on neighboring bacteria to stabilize gut diversity

The stability of the human gut microbiome relies on interactions between different bacterial species. However, the specific molecular mechanisms of these interactions, particularly among non-dominant species, remain largely unexplored.

14 Oct 2026

Scientists identify novel autoimmune driver behind DNA repair breakdown in childhood cancer

Researchers have found the first evidence for a previously unsuspected cause of pediatric cancer. They showed that children with such cancers were more likely than their healthy peers to produce ‘auto-antibodies’ targeting six proteins necessary for normal DNA repair. Likewise, they showed that young adults with cancer had greater amounts of these circulating antibodies already years before diagnosis.

14 Oct 2026

Coffee, citrus and genetics: What scientists found inside human breast milk

In a bioRxiv preprint, researchers analyzed 458 metabolites in breast milk samples from 349 mothers to investigate how maternal diet, genetics, clinical characteristics, and milk-cell gene expression relate to milk composition. Maternal diet explained the greatest share of metabolite variation among the measured maternal factors, while specific genetic variants and gene-expression patterns were associated with individual metabolites, although the study did not establish effects on infant health.

14 Oct 2026

Three-dimensional genome structure shapes complex traits in cephalopods

Octopuses, squid and cuttlefish, collectively known as coleoid cephalopods, have evolved exceptionally large and elaborately structured nervous systems capable of complex behaviours such as problem-solving and rapid camouflage.

12 Oct 2026

n6 expands global distribution footprint, bringing iconPCR™ and AutoNorm to more scientists across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa

n6, maker of the icon96™ and icon16 thermocyclers powered by iconPCR™ with AutoNorm intelligent normalization technology for next‑generation sequencing (NGS) library preparation, today announced new and expanded distribution partnerships that significantly increase access to its instruments across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

From n6 10 Oct 2026

Tiny archaeon offers new clues to the minimum genetic requirements for life

Scientists have discovered a previously unknown microorganism, which has the smallest genome ever found, that is possibly able to replicate and express its own genetic information.

9 Oct 2026

Nasal immune adjuvant protects mice against respiratory viruses for months

The COVID-19 pandemic showed the challenges of protecting populations when a new respiratory virus emerges.

9 Oct 2026

Global survey finds gaps in pediatric cardiac troponin testing

Cardiac troponin, a protein released into the blood when heart muscle is damaged, can be used as a quick measure of heart injury in adults, and testing for it has revolutionized adult cardiology. For children, however, doctors often lack data on normal troponin measurements.

9 Oct 2026