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Researchers discover a new hexameric structure of the RepB protein and how it binds to DNA

In all living organisms, DNA replication is essential to ensure the genetic fidelity of the next generation. However, bacteria can also transfer genetic information horizontally to other bacteria.

3 Feb 2023

SARS-CoV-2 infections on French mink farms after one year of COVID-19

A new paper, which appears on the bioRxiv* preprint server, describes the investigation of all French mink farms towards the end of 2020. This was to maximize the chances of identifying SARS-CoV-2 infection in these animals at any time over the past year.

3 Feb 2023

Establishment of a rapid and accurate SARS-CoV-2 antigen detection kit able to identify Omicron mutants

Researchers developed an antigen detection kit to identify the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant of concern.

2 Feb 2023

Researchers utilize discarded facial tissues to diagnose respiratory viral infections in children

Researchers developed an innovative method to diagnose respiratory viral infections (RVIs) in children using discarded facial tissues.

1 Feb 2023

Researchers develop new way to increase the potency of cancer vaccines

A new way to significantly increase the potency of almost any vaccine has been developed by researchers from the International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) at Northwestern University.

31 Jan 2023

Human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis C virus detection using ribonucleic acid sequencing among smokers

Researchers identified serological Hepatitis C virus (HCV) signatures and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) signatures through the secondary utilization of ribonucleic acid sequencing (RNA-seq) analysis data among previous and existing smokers with or without COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

30 Jan 2023

Updated bivalent mRNA booster protects against circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants

Researchers discuss the efficacy of the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine against symptomatic infection with SARS-CoV-2 variants.

25 Jan 2023

Review on lateral flow test use spearheaded by SARS-CoV-2 pandemic

Researchers assessed the changing landscape of lateral flow tests (LFTs), and the development of next-generation LFTs based on lessons learnt from the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic.

23 Jan 2023

Researchers report a reduction in hospitalizations and deaths from SARS-CoV-2 infections during the Omicron variant-dominated wave in Malawi

Researchers conducted a serosurvey during the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron wave in Malawi.

23 Jan 2023

BioEcho launches EchoLUTION™ Cell Culture RNA Kit for an efficient and simplified cell RNA extraction

BioEcho Life Sciences, the biotechnology company supplying fast and sustainable nucleic acid extraction technologies, announces the EchoLUTION Cell Culture RNA Kit launch, for an innovative total RNA extraction of any kind of cultured cells.

From BioEcho Life Sciences GmbH 23 Jan 2023

New type of CRISPR gene scissors discovered

Like humans, bacteria and archaea can be attacked by viruses. These microorganisms have developed their own immune defense strategies against their pathogens.

4 Jan 2023

Researchers develop new tool to isolate and analyze rare astrocyte regulators

Rare cell types can have an undue influence on human health. Previous research has suggested that a subset of astrocytes-;star-shaped cells in the brain and spinal cord-;may be responsible for multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease in which the immune system attacks the covering that protects nerves.

4 Jan 2023

SHEA advises against COVID screening of asymptomatic patients

Clinical efficacy and safety of two injections of a bivalent vaccine as a primary series during a period of Omicron circulation

Researchers evaluated the bivalent vaccine efficacy against the Omicron VOC.

13 Dec 2022

Machine learning analysis suggests that there are four sub-phenotypes of long COVID

Researchers identified PASC [post-acute sequelae of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)] sub-phenotypes depending on conditions diagnosed within 1 to 3 months of acute infection by SARS-CoV-2.

6 Dec 2022

Co-infecting pathogens and the microbiome from SARS-CoV-2 positive and negative samples

Researchers evaluated co-infections in SARS-CoV-2-infected patients.

6 Dec 2022

Nucleic Acid News and Research

Researchers discover a new hexameric structure of the RepB protein and how it binds to DNA

SARS-CoV-2 infections on French mink farms after one year of COVID-19

Establishment of a rapid and accurate SARS-CoV-2 antigen detection kit able to identify Omicron mutants

Researchers utilize discarded facial tissues to diagnose respiratory viral infections in children

Researchers develop new way to increase the potency of cancer vaccines

Human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis C virus detection using ribonucleic acid sequencing among smokers

Updated bivalent mRNA booster protects against circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants

Review on lateral flow test use spearheaded by SARS-CoV-2 pandemic

Researchers report a reduction in hospitalizations and deaths from SARS-CoV-2 infections during the Omicron variant-dominated wave in Malawi

BioEcho launches EchoLUTION™ Cell Culture RNA Kit for an efficient and simplified cell RNA extraction

New type of CRISPR gene scissors discovered

Researchers develop new tool to isolate and analyze rare astrocyte regulators

SHEA advises against COVID screening of asymptomatic patients

New method uses artificial DNA to target and kill cancer cells

The effectiveness of a bivalent COVID-19 mRNA booster dose against hospitalization

Decoding nucleic acid-based drugs and vaccines through SEC-SLS analysis

mRNA vaccine methodologies: Production, value and spectrometer use

Clinical efficacy and safety of two injections of a bivalent vaccine as a primary series during a period of Omicron circulation

Machine learning analysis suggests that there are four sub-phenotypes of long COVID

Co-infecting pathogens and the microbiome from SARS-CoV-2 positive and negative samples

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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