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Genomics is the study of the complete genetic material, including genes and their functions, of an organism.

JPL study uses metagenomic sequencing to monitor microbial burden on spacecraft

A recent study published in PLOS ONE uses metagenomics to examine the microbial composition in samples obtained from the Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

28 Mar 2023

Two distinct subtypes of insulin-producing beta cells identified

A team led by Van Andel Institute and Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics scientists has identified two distinct subtypes of insulin-producing beta cells, or ß cells, each with crucial characteristics that may be leveraged to better understand and treat Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

28 Mar 2023

Surgeons can play an important role in reducing breast cancer disparities

Surgeons can play a key role in reducing breast cancer disparities by increasing their awareness of where disparities exist and having open conversations with their patients about their needs to initiate referrals early on in their care, according to a new collective review article published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

28 Mar 2023

Using a long-read approach to gain better understanding of DNA mutations in cancer genomes

Looking to learn more from genomics sequencing about DNA mutations and cancer, researchers applied a long-read approach to get a broader genomic view.

27 Mar 2023

Researchers receive NCI grant to advance new treatment approach for pancreatic cancer

Cosimo Commisso, Ph.D., and Susanne Heynen-Genel, Ph.D., have received a grant from the National Cancer Institute to advance a new treatment approach for pancreatic cancer.

27 Mar 2023

New statement suggests next steps to interpret incidentally identified gene variants related to heart disease

Increasing use of genetic testing means people may discover they have a gene variant associated with some types of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

27 Mar 2023

Microbes living in the human body may be acting as a reservoir for antibiotic resistance

The community of microbes living in and on our bodies may be acting as a reservoir for antibiotic resistance, according to new research from the Earlham Institute and Quadram Institute in Norwich.

27 Mar 2023

Ask the Expert: 7 Questions about Colorectal Cancer & Non-invasive Fecal DNA Testing

In this interview, NewsMedical speaks with Dr. Yuying Wang, R&D Director (Oncology), from BGI Genomics, about colorectal cancer and the development and application of COLOTECT® 1.0, a non-invasive fecal DNA test for the detection of colorectal cancer and pre-cancerous lesions.

From BGI Genomics 27 Mar 2023

Tulane receives up to $16 million to move nasal pneumonia vaccine from the lab to clinical trials

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases awarded an up to $16 million contract to Tulane University to bring to phase one clinical trial a nasal spray vaccine university researchers invented to thwart antibiotic-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, a leading cause of pneumonia.

24 Mar 2023

TTUHSC El Paso scientist receives $2.6 million NIH grant for research on tuberculosis

For over a century, El Paso has long been a sanctuary for individuals suffering from tuberculosis. It will soon be home to groundbreaking research that prevents the debilitating disease.

24 Mar 2023

mNGS outperforms microbiological tests to diagnose bloodstream infections – BGI Insight

Next-generation sequencing (mNGS) leverages genetic testing advantage to save more lives; twice as effective at identifying infection cases.

From BGI Genomics 24 Mar 2023

Screening cultured stem cells for genetic mutations could ensure the accuracy of disease models

Induced pluripotent stem cells offer great therapeutic potential and are a valuable tool for understanding how different diseases develop.

24 Mar 2023

Biological BMI measures metabolic health more accurately

Researchers analyze longitudinal and cross-sectional changes in blood analytes associated with variations in body mass index.

23 Mar 2023

Common genetic signature may increase a person's risk of developing substance use disorders

A new study suggests that a common genetic signature may increase a person's risk of developing substance use disorders, regardless of whether the addiction is to alcohol, tobacco, cannabis or opioids.

22 Mar 2023

Study finds shared genetic risk variants across different substance use disorders

By combing through genomic data of over 1 million people, scientists have identified genes commonly inherited across addiction disorders, regardless of the substance being used.

22 Mar 2023

Illumina launches its first product enabling long- and short-read sequencing on one instrument

Illumina Inc., a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, today announced that its first product based on its novel Illumina Complete Long Read technology is now available to order.

From Illumina, Inc. 22 Mar 2023

INTEGRA Biosciences acquires Miroculus to accelerate genomics

INTEGRA Biosciences is delighted to announce that it has acquired Miroculus, a biotechnology specialist focused on developing hands-off automation solutions for next generation sequencing (NGS) protocols.

From INTEGRA Biosciences 20 Mar 2023

Research shows the role of PCYT2-mediated lipid synthesis in vertebrate muscle health

Muscle degeneration, the most prevalent cause of frailty in hereditary diseases and aging, could be caused by a deficiency in one key enzyme in a lipid biosynthesis pathway.

20 Mar 2023

UK Government names two leaders to spearhead new Dementia Mission

The UK Government has named two leaders in dementia research to spearhead the ambitious national Mission to tackle dementia, which was launched in memory of the late Dame Barbara Windsor.

20 Mar 2023

Computational analysis of large genetic datasets reveals rare disease etiologies

Using a new computational approach they developed to analyze large genetic datasets from rare disease cohorts, researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and colleagues have discovered previously unknown genetic causes of three rare conditions: primary lymphedema (characterized by tissue swelling), thoracic aortic aneurysm disease, and congenital deafness.

17 Mar 2023

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JPL study uses metagenomic sequencing to monitor microbial burden on spacecraft

Two distinct subtypes of insulin-producing beta cells identified

Surgeons can play an important role in reducing breast cancer disparities

Using a long-read approach to gain better understanding of DNA mutations in cancer genomes

Researchers receive NCI grant to advance new treatment approach for pancreatic cancer

New statement suggests next steps to interpret incidentally identified gene variants related to heart disease

Microbes living in the human body may be acting as a reservoir for antibiotic resistance

Ask the Expert: 7 Questions about Colorectal Cancer & Non-invasive Fecal DNA Testing

Tulane receives up to $16 million to move nasal pneumonia vaccine from the lab to clinical trials

TTUHSC El Paso scientist receives $2.6 million NIH grant for research on tuberculosis

mNGS outperforms microbiological tests to diagnose bloodstream infections – BGI Insight

Screening cultured stem cells for genetic mutations could ensure the accuracy of disease models

Biological BMI measures metabolic health more accurately

Common genetic signature may increase a person's risk of developing substance use disorders

Study finds shared genetic risk variants across different substance use disorders

Illumina launches its first product enabling long- and short-read sequencing on one instrument

INTEGRA Biosciences acquires Miroculus to accelerate genomics

Research shows the role of PCYT2-mediated lipid synthesis in vertebrate muscle health

UK Government names two leaders to spearhead new Dementia Mission

Computational analysis of large genetic datasets reveals rare disease etiologies

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