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Gene Expression is the process by which a gene gets turned on in a cell to make RNA and proteins. Gene expression may be measured by looking at the RNA, or the protein made from the RNA, or what the protein does in a cell.

DNA aptamers: A versatile tool for regenerative medicine and beyond

Generating specific cell lineages from induced pluripotent stem cells and embryonic stem cells is the holy grail of regenerative medicine.

10 Oct 2023

Does renting accelerate biological aging? New study sparks housing policy debate

Living in privately rented homes is linked to faster biological aging, with its impact nearly double that of unemployment. However, these effects are reversible, highlighting the potential of housing policies in health improvement.

10 Oct 2023

Is night shift work rewiring our appetite and driving weight gain?

Bristol University scientists reveal that night shift work disrupts the body's circadian rhythm, altering appetite-regulating hormones and leading to weight gain. The study, providing insights into metabolic health, may aid in developing treatments for eating disorders and obesity.

10 Oct 2023

Gut defenders: How T-cell intraepithelial lymphocytes guard against colon cancer

In the latest research published in Science Immunology, experts delve into the gene expression patterns of distinct intraepithelial lymphocyte populations in various gastrointestinal tract regions. Key findings reveal the roles of T-cell IELs in detecting infections and ensuring the gut's barrier integrity, with a special emphasis on their function in combating colon cancer.

9 Oct 2023

Researchers explore immunomodulating targets for improving glioblastoma therapies

Researchers have delved into the intricate heterogeneity of glioblastoma, a notoriously aggressive brain tumor, using advanced single-cell RNA sequencing and innovative zebrafish avatars. Their findings spotlighted the LGALS1 gene's role in immunosuppression and suggested potential therapeutic avenues for personalized GBM treatment.

8 Oct 2023

3D printing crafts cerebral cortex tissues: A breakthrough for brain injury treatment

Researchers utilize 3D printing to craft cerebral cortex tissues with organized neurons, offering potential treatments for brain injuries. This novel technique prints neural progenitors in layer-by-layer sequences, aiming for accurate tissue restoration in damaged brains.

8 Oct 2023

Altering certain molecular interactions could yield new strategies for treating prostate cancer

Research led by Mays Cancer Center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UT Health San Antonio) has discovered that altering certain molecular interactions could yield new strategies for treating prostate cancer and related diseases.

6 Oct 2023

Genetic markers could help women with rheumatoid arthritis make informed decisions about pregnancy

When women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) plan to become pregnant, many anguish over whether to stop their medications, risking a flareup in their disease, or continue with medication and risk possible harm to the baby.

6 Oct 2023

CRISPR gene editing study provides insights into how autism gene affects brain development

Researchers have used CRISPR gene editing, stem cells and human neurons to study the impact of a gene that is commonly mutated in autism.

5 Oct 2023

New computational method improves analysis of single-cell transcriptomic data

Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) have developed a new open-source computational method, dubbed Spectra, which improves the analysis of single-cell transcriptomic data.

5 Oct 2023

The metabolic effects of endocrine therapy on diabetes mellitus in breast cancer survivors

Researchers discuss the history of endocrine therapies, highlights their adverse metabolic effects, and emphasizes the need for better biomarkers of diabetes.

5 Oct 2023

Trametinib: Potential therapeutic game-changer for Alzheimer's disease

Researchers developed the ATRIVIEW® platform to screen for molecules that promote differentiation neural stem cells (NSCs).

4 Oct 2023

Could infants' robust immune responses reshape future vaccination strategies?

Utilizing next-gen sequencing techniques, researchers analyzed infants' immune responses to infections, uncovering a predominant innate immune activation unlike adults and older children. This insight could steer child vaccination research and pediatric infection management strategies, potentially revolutionizing infant healthcare.

3 Oct 2023

New compound could offer an alternative to injections for people suffering from eye condition

A new compound developed at the University of Illinois Chicago potentially could offer an alternative to injections for the millions of people who suffer from an eye condition that causes blindness.

3 Oct 2023

NIH grant to fund development of new gene therapy platform for brain diseases

A two-phase NIH grant will fund research into a new CRISPR-based gene therapy platform that will target genetic brain diseases like Angelman syndrome and H1-4 (HIST1H1E) syndrome.

3 Oct 2023

Microglial states and their impact on Alzheimer's disease

Researchers examined 152,459 microglial transcriptomes from 443 individuals, identifying 12 transcriptional states and their relationship to Alzheimer's disease.

3 Oct 2023

Identification of Alzheimer's disease-associated micro-RNA biomarkers through network-based analysis

Micro-ribonucleic acids (miRNAs) linked to cognition and Alzheimer's disease (AD).

3 Oct 2023

Could seaweeds be the superfood and medicine of the future?

Researchers consolidate the diverse nutritional and medicinal benefits of seaweeds, touting their potential in food, nutraceuticals, and pharmaceuticals. The study also highlights challenges and opportunities in industrial applications, calling for more research to optimize extraction and refinement processes.

2 Oct 2023

New study reveals alarming cardiovascular risks from COVID

The study published in Nature Cardiovascular Research reveals that SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19, can directly infect coronary vessels and arterial plaques, heightening the risk of cardiovascular complications like heart attacks and strokes. These findings offer critical insights into the increased long-term cardiovascular risks for COVID-19 survivors and open new avenues for targeted therapies.

1 Oct 2023

Can catching some rays help you fight off type 2 diabetes?

Natural light exposure could help improve blood sugar control in individuals with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study presented at the EASD meeting. The research suggests that natural daylight positively affects metabolic functions, potentially aiding in the treatment and prevention of metabolic diseases.

1 Oct 2023

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DNA aptamers: A versatile tool for regenerative medicine and beyond

Does renting accelerate biological aging? New study sparks housing policy debate

Is night shift work rewiring our appetite and driving weight gain?

Gut defenders: How T-cell intraepithelial lymphocytes guard against colon cancer

Researchers explore immunomodulating targets for improving glioblastoma therapies

3D printing crafts cerebral cortex tissues: A breakthrough for brain injury treatment

Altering certain molecular interactions could yield new strategies for treating prostate cancer

Genetic markers could help women with rheumatoid arthritis make informed decisions about pregnancy

CRISPR gene editing study provides insights into how autism gene affects brain development

New computational method improves analysis of single-cell transcriptomic data

The metabolic effects of endocrine therapy on diabetes mellitus in breast cancer survivors

Trametinib: Potential therapeutic game-changer for Alzheimer's disease

Could infants' robust immune responses reshape future vaccination strategies?

New compound could offer an alternative to injections for people suffering from eye condition

NIH grant to fund development of new gene therapy platform for brain diseases

Microglial states and their impact on Alzheimer's disease

Identification of Alzheimer's disease-associated micro-RNA biomarkers through network-based analysis

Could seaweeds be the superfood and medicine of the future?

New study reveals alarming cardiovascular risks from COVID

Can catching some rays help you fight off type 2 diabetes?

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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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