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DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the hereditary material in humans and almost all other organisms. Nearly every cell in a person’s body has the same DNA. Most DNA is located in the cell nucleus (where it is called nuclear DNA), but a small amount of DNA can also be found in the mitochondria (where it is called mitochondrial DNA or mtDNA).

EPFL scientists uncover protein degradation mechanism preventing autoimmune reactions

Scientists at EPFL uncover the mechanism by which cells mark the protein cGAS for degradation, which is critical in preventing the immune system from mistakenly attacking the body's own tissues.

28 Feb 2024

Research identifies genetic change associated with human tail loss

A genetic change in our ancient ancestors may partly explain why humans don't have tails like monkeys, finds a new study led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.

28 Feb 2024

Novel drug combination shows promise for treating advanced skin cancers in kidney transplant recipients

People who have had a kidney transplant are at high risk for developing skin cancers. New research directed by investigators from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center is exploring the best combination of treatments to target skin cancers while preserving the transplanted organs.

28 Feb 2024

Kefir shows promise in improving gut health of ICU patients, study finds

The safety, feasibility, and impact of kefir administration on the gut microbiome of critically ill adults.

28 Feb 2024

Genetic studies shed light on hypertension risk but fall short of revealing new treatments

Genetic variant research in hypertension has identified numerous associations but is unlikely to yield new treatments, emphasizing the gap between scientific discovery and clinical application.

27 Feb 2024

Study reveals distinct molecular features of proximal and distal colon cancers

The colon is often thought of as one organ, but the right and left parts of the colon have different molecular features in cancers.

27 Feb 2024

Innovative Subak tool offers affordable solution for detecting nuclease digestion

A new tool could reduce costs for diagnosing infectious diseases.

27 Feb 2024

Secondhand smoke exposure reduces chemotherapy effectiveness in head and neck cancer patients

People who are diagnosed with head and neck cancer often receive a standard type of chemotherapy as part of their treatment.

27 Feb 2024

Study demonstrates a feasible way to expand germline genetic testing for cancer patients

A new University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center study published in JCO Precision Oncology demonstrates a feasible way to expand germline genetic testing for patients with cancer.

27 Feb 2024

Ancient Eastern Arabians developed malaria resistance through agriculture, study finds

People living in ancient Eastern Arabia appear to have developed resistance to malaria following the appearance of agriculture in the region around five thousand years ago, a new study reveals.

27 Feb 2024

Structural study identifies target for broad-spectrum antivirals against herpesviruses

Human herpesviruses comprise the alpha, beta, and gamma subfamilies and are a widely prevalent group of DNA-enveloped viruses, capable of establishing lifelong latent infections in humans and causing various diseases.

26 Feb 2024

Study sheds light on the composition of nuclear matrix in Arabidopsis thaliana

Chromatin is a unique DNA and protein complex that makes up the chromosomes. Specific proteins (histones) wind up the DNA like small cable drums to package the long DNA.

23 Feb 2024

Study uncovers a biological role of transmembrane protein TMEM208

A recent study conducted in the lab of Dr. Hugo J. Bellen, distinguished service professor at Baylor College of Medicine and principal investigator at the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children's Hospital, has discovered a biological role of a specific transmembrane protein called TMEM208.

23 Feb 2024

AI tool helps develop the most complete map of the bacterial essential interactome

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EPFL scientists uncover protein degradation mechanism preventing autoimmune reactions

Research identifies genetic change associated with human tail loss

Novel drug combination shows promise for treating advanced skin cancers in kidney transplant recipients

Kefir shows promise in improving gut health of ICU patients, study finds

Genetic studies shed light on hypertension risk but fall short of revealing new treatments

Study reveals distinct molecular features of proximal and distal colon cancers

Innovative Subak tool offers affordable solution for detecting nuclease digestion

Secondhand smoke exposure reduces chemotherapy effectiveness in head and neck cancer patients

Study demonstrates a feasible way to expand germline genetic testing for cancer patients

Ancient Eastern Arabians developed malaria resistance through agriculture, study finds

Structural study identifies target for broad-spectrum antivirals against herpesviruses

Study sheds light on the composition of nuclear matrix in Arabidopsis thaliana

Study uncovers a biological role of transmembrane protein TMEM208

AI tool helps develop the most complete map of the bacterial essential interactome

Research reveals bacteria's dynamic defense duo against phage viruses

Key link discovered between spread of antibiotic resistance genes and drug resistance evolution

Understanding how stress accelerates cancer spread

Study reveals unexpected link between cell membrane damage and cellular senescence

Link between gut microbiome and premature aging unveiled in chronic HIV patients

Digital DNA melting analysis can be a faster and more reliable tool for pathogen detection

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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