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Silver nanoparticles enable precise DNA cutting and assembly

DNA is composed of long chains that act as the blueprint for living organisms. In genetic engineering, scientists cut DNA at specific sites and join the resulting fragments to other DNA sequences, enabling applications such as advanced crop breeding, genetic disease treatment, and the generation of animal models for drug discovery.

10 Jun 2026

Acoustofluidic technology enables rapid detection of small extracellular vesicles

Recent research has achieved significant advances in acoustofluidic technologies for efficient isolation and biomarker-specific detection of small extracellular vesicles (sEVs).

10 Oct 2025

Epstein-Barr virus protein enhances cancer gene activity in HPV-positive cervical cells

A new research paper was published in Volume 16 of Genes & Cancer on August 6, 2025, titled "Epstein-Barr virus nuclear antigen 1 upregulates Derlin1 and PSMD10 expression in HeLa cells."

22 Aug 2025

Cancer cells use energy surge to survive physical squeezing

Cancer cells mount an instant, energy‑rich response to being physically squeezed, according to a study published in the journal Nature Communications.

31 Jul 2025

Molecular psychiatrist redefines the genetic basis of neurodevelopmental conditions

In a comprehensive Genomic Press interview published today, Professor Barbara Franke unveils her remarkable scientific journey from an inquisitive child fascinated by nature to becoming one of the world's most influential researchers in biological psychiatry.

27 May 2025

New technology maps molecules within single cells to uncover disease mechanisms

Tissues consist of a heterogenous mixture of different cell types, complicating our understanding of their biological functions and studies of disease.

14 May 2025

Novel global cooperative phenomena of cell interactions discovered in cervical cancer cells

A Japanese research team has discovered a novel global cooperative phenomena of cell interactions in cervical cancer cells. Their findings suggest that the cells are metabolically connected in a functional network.

25 Mar 2025

New acoustofluidics method transforms intracellular nanoparticle delivery

A recent study published in Engineering presents an innovative acoustofluidics-based approach for intracellular nanoparticle delivery.

7 Mar 2025

Advancing Raman microscopy for high-resolution imaging of biological samples

Understanding the behavior of the molecules and cells that make up our bodies is critical for the advancement of medicine.

30 Dec 2024

New strategy revolutionizes glycoproteomics research

Protein glycosylation is a fundamental biological process that regulates various cellular functions, yet its study has been hampered by the complexity and low abundance of glycoproteins.

26 Dec 2024

When CDK12/13 stalls, healthy prostate cells take a malignant turn

CDK12 is established as a tumor suppressor in prostate cancer, with its loss driving aggressive disease and creating vulnerabilities for targeted therapies.

7 Oct 2024

Pioneering Live Cell Imaging - Yokogawa's Impact and Innovations

In this interview, NewsMedical speaks with Kevin Jan from Yokogawa about the future of live cell imaging technologies.

From Yokogawa Life Science 3 Jul 2024

Ethiopian medicinal plants show promise in cervical cancer research

Research focused on collecting and analyzing plants native to Ethiopia is showing promise in the fight against cancer - specifically cervical cancer cells.

18 Jun 2024

Intracellular protein delivery with HyNT stamp system: A leap forward in cancer therapy

The intracellular delivery of proteins is an important technique for unveiling the cellular functions, protein complex structure, and therapeutics. However, the conventional delivery methods have several limitations.

20 May 2024

Research unveils a cellular shield against harmful effects of UV-induced RNA damage

UV radiation in the sunlight causes sunburn and increases the risk of skin cancer by damaging our DNA but also our RNA.

18 Mar 2024

Study shows Omicron variants evade immune system like predecessors, suggesting key evolutionary trait in SARS-CoV-2

Researchers compared SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant of concern replication in human cell lines and primary airway cultures and measured host responses to infection.

19 Jan 2024

Non-invasive cancer monitoring takes a leap forward with new microfluidic technology

Monitoring cancer cells effectively can help physicians with treatment and management, thus reducing cancer-related mortality.

11 Dec 2023

A step forward in vaccine technology: Exploring the effects of N1-methylpseudouridine in mRNA translation

Researchers explored how the incorporation of N1-methylpseudouridine (1-methylΨ) into mRNAs affects ribosomal frameshifting and the overall fidelity of mRNA translation.

7 Dec 2023

Lactobacillus iners in tumors: Driving chemoradiation resistance via lactate-induced metabolic rewiring

Investigating tumor and gut microbiome traits that impact chemoradiation therapy in patients with cervical cancer.

24 Oct 2023

How SARS-CoV-2 hijacks Fragile X proteins to fuel infection: New clues in COVID-19 and genetic disorders

Study explores the interaction between SARS-CoV-2's non-structural protein 3 (NSP3) and proteins related to Fragile X mental retardation (FMRPs), shedding light on COVID-19 pathophysiology. The research suggests that the virus exploits these host cell proteins for effective infection and possibly interferes with antiviral defense mechanisms, offering new insights into the genetic basis of Fragile X syndrome.

5 Sep 2023