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Unions between close relatives may increase the risk of common diseases, study finds

A new study finds that consanguinity – unions between close relatives - may increase the risk of common diseases such as type 2 diabetes and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

26 Sep 2023

Three new projects launched to map neuronal connections in the mouse and macaque brains

A complete map of all the connections in an entire mammalian brain may be in sight. Allen Institute researchers have just launched three new projects to construct large, detailed maps of neuronal connections in sections of the mouse and macaque brains, with an eye toward creating full wiring diagrams of these animals' brains in the future.

26 Sep 2023

Study finds link between deforestation, mosquito biodiversity, and virus prevalence

How are environmental changes, loss of biodiversity, and the spread of pathogens connected? The answer is a puzzle. Scientists from Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin in cooperation with the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (Leibniz-IZW) have now described one piece of that puzzle in the journal "eLife", showing that the destruction of tropical rainforests harms the diversity of mosquito species.

26 Sep 2023

Key player in ovarian cancer may have implications for PCOS

Researchers explore the involvement and altered expression of BBOX1-AS1 and microRNA-19b in polycystic ovary syndrome.

26 Sep 2023

Could next-generation antimicrobial agents act as an alternative to standard antibiotics?

Next-generation antimicrobial agents (NGAs) as a potential alternative to standard antibiotics

26 Sep 2023

Senescent macrophages in the lung promote tumor growth, study finds

Macrophages are a type of white blood cell that are among the body's first line of defense against infection. In addition to killing harmful microorganisms, macrophages typically can initiate a response against tumors.

25 Sep 2023

New method for multiancestry polygenic prediction holds promise for reducing health care disparities

A team led by researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the National Cancer Institute has developed a new algorithm for genetic risk-scoring for major diseases across diverse ancestry populations that holds promise for reducing health care disparities.

25 Sep 2023

One gene variant could be a shield against severe COVID-19 lung damage

Researchers identify a specific genetic variant, rs2204985, linked to less severe lung involvement and a stronger immune response in COVID-19 patients with severe pneumonia. The study suggests that understanding this genetic marker could help identify high-risk individuals and enhance strategies for prevention and treatment.

25 Sep 2023

Research uncovers a link between antiviral drug for COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 mutations

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute, the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the University of Liverpool, the University of Cape Town and UKHSA have uncovered a link between an antiviral drug for COVID-19 infections called molnupiravir and a pattern of mutations in the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

25 Sep 2023

Do environmental and occupational factors influence semen quality?

New research sheds light on how environmental and occupational factors impact male fertility, revealing that proximity to power lines may enhance semen quality while living near chemical factories could be detrimental. The study emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of these factors in the context of rising infertility rates.

25 Sep 2023

COVID drug molnupiravir appears to be driving SARS-CoV-2 to mutate and evolve

Molnupiravir, an antiviral drug used to treat patients with COVID-19, appears to be driving SARS-CoV-2 to mutate and evolve, with some of these new viruses being transmitted onwards, a new study has shown. It is not clear, however, whether these mutated viruses pose an increased risk to patients or are able to evade the vaccine.

25 Sep 2023

Researchers crack the genetic code of rare form of kidney cancer

The genetic code of a rare form of kidney cancer, called reninoma, has been studied for the first time. In the new paper, published today (25th September) in Nature Communications, researchers at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, Great Ormond Street Hospital and The Royal Free Hospital also revealed a new drug target that could serve as an alternative treatment if surgery is not recommended.

25 Sep 2023

New model paves way to understanding and preventing SUDEP in familial epilepsy

Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed a model for studying one type of familial epilepsy, opening the door to understanding—and eventually targeting—the mechanisms that lead to the disorder and its associated fatalities.

25 Sep 2023

Is BMI the optimal adiposity marker to assess mortality risk?

Researchers evaluated adiposity markers to determine the marker with the most consistent association mortality.

25 Sep 2023

Could CaMKK2 enzyme be the key to treating bipolar disorder?

Researchers explore the role of the CaMKK2 signaling pathway in bipolar disorder, suggesting it as a new treatment target. By targeting this enzyme, scientists aim to develop more effective therapies for bipolar symptoms and metabolic dysfunction.

24 Sep 2023

Could metformin be a game changer for heart health in non-diabetics?

Using Mendelian randomization, researchers found that altering seven metformin targets led to improved blood pressure and BMI in non-diabetic individuals. The study suggests the potential for metformin's role in reducing cardiovascular risks in the general population, although more research is needed.

24 Sep 2023

Genetic link between migraines and breast cancer risk uncovered

Using Mendelian randomization analysis, the study finds a genetic link between migraine susceptibility and increased risk of overall and estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer. However, the findings suggest caution in interpretation, highlighting the need for further research to solidify these associations.

24 Sep 2023

Everyday chemicals linked to increased cancer risk, especially in women

This study identifies links between exposure to chemicals like PFAS, parabens, and phenols and increased cancer risk, particularly among women and across racial groups. The findings spotlight the role of environmental toxins in hormone-related cancers, suggesting new avenues for cancer prevention and mitigation strategies.

24 Sep 2023

Study reveals non-coding genetic variants associated with Alzheimer’s disease functioning in microglia

Scientists studying Alzheimer's disease (AD) have identified thousands of genetic variants in the genome in the development of this progressive neurodegenerative disease.

23 Sep 2023

Rare genetic variants involved in male-pattern hair loss identified

A receding hairline, a total loss of hair from the crown, and ultimately, the classical horseshoe-shaped pattern of baldness: Previous research into male pattern hair loss, also termed androgenetic alopecia, has implicated multiple common genetic variants.

22 Sep 2023

Genetic News and Research

Unions between close relatives may increase the risk of common diseases, study finds

Three new projects launched to map neuronal connections in the mouse and macaque brains

Study finds link between deforestation, mosquito biodiversity, and virus prevalence

Key player in ovarian cancer may have implications for PCOS

Could next-generation antimicrobial agents act as an alternative to standard antibiotics?

Senescent macrophages in the lung promote tumor growth, study finds

New method for multiancestry polygenic prediction holds promise for reducing health care disparities

One gene variant could be a shield against severe COVID-19 lung damage

Research uncovers a link between antiviral drug for COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 mutations

Do environmental and occupational factors influence semen quality?

COVID drug molnupiravir appears to be driving SARS-CoV-2 to mutate and evolve

Researchers crack the genetic code of rare form of kidney cancer

New model paves way to understanding and preventing SUDEP in familial epilepsy

Is BMI the optimal adiposity marker to assess mortality risk?

Could CaMKK2 enzyme be the key to treating bipolar disorder?

Could metformin be a game changer for heart health in non-diabetics?

Genetic link between migraines and breast cancer risk uncovered

Everyday chemicals linked to increased cancer risk, especially in women

Study reveals non-coding genetic variants associated with Alzheimer’s disease functioning in microglia

Rare genetic variants involved in male-pattern hair loss identified

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