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Study shows two distinct types of cerebellar neurons differentially regulate motor and social behaviors

The cerebellum, a major part of the hindbrain in all vertebrates, is important for motor coordination, language acquisition, and regulating social and emotional behaviors.

15 May 2023

Researchers show the effect of SARS-CoV-2 infection on somatosensory abnormalities in a hamster model

In a recent article published in the journal Science Immunology, researchers in the United States performed a longitudinal cohort study in a golden hamster model to investigate the sensory-altering mechanisms induced by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection compared to an influenza A virus (IAV).

11 May 2023

Study describes a novel, non-destructive method to extract DNA from ancient bone and tooth artifacts

Researchers described a new method to safely release DNA from ancient tooth and bone artifacts.

5 May 2023

Study endeavors to strengthen genomic diagnosis of rare pediatric diseases in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Researchers performed a large-scale sequencing study using data gathered over a decade from a previous study.

14 Apr 2023

From Sanger Sequencing to the Human Genome Project: The Evolution of DNA Sequencing Technology

In this inspiring interview, we speak to Dr. Radoje Drmanac, co-founder of Complete Genomics, about the past, present, and future of genomics research.

From MGI 13 Apr 2023

Beethoven's cause of death revealed through DNA analysis of his hair

In a recent article published in the journal Current Biology, an international team of researchers sequenced the whole genome to high coverage from eight authenticated hair strands from Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the most influential European classical music composers born in 1770. He died on March 27, 1827.

27 Mar 2023

PARK2 duplication or microdeletion and neurological diseases

In a recent study published in the Genes journal, researchers assessed the impact of PARK2 duplication or microdeletion on neurological diseases such as Parkinson's.

28 Feb 2023

Mapping specialized receptors on mosquito nerve cells reveals why the insects are more attracted to some humans

In a bid to understand why mosquitoes may be more attracted to one human than another, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have mapped specialized receptors on the insects' nerve cells that are able to fine-tune their ability to detect particularly "welcoming" odors in human skin.

21 Feb 2023

Researchers report a physical barrier against SARS-CoV-2 infection based on an inhalable bioadhesive hydrogel

Researchers developed spherical hydrogel inhalation for enhanced lung defense to protect against SARS-CoV-2 infections.

13 Feb 2023

Study shows cutaneous touch neuronal cells to be critical for sexual receptiveness

Researchers studied the social relevance of G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) Mrgprb4-lineage touch neurons in sexual touch and receptivity.

25 Jan 2023

Study suggests cortical hemorrhage in fetal brain may be associated with COVID-19

Researchers evaluated the impact of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on fetal brain health.

25 Jan 2023

Three genes found to be directly associated with cleft lip and palate

Researchers are finding more genes directly associated with cleft lip and palate.

11 Jan 2023

Developing new tools to accelerate spatial genomics and drug discovery

We speak to Dr. George Emanuel from Vizgen about their new MERSCOPE Platform and how it is accelerating the field of drug discovery by combining both single-cell and spatial genomics.

From Vizgen 10 Jan 2023

Current research on gut microbial modulation with culinary herbs and spices

An article published in Food Chemistry elaborated on the health benefits of culinary herbs and spices.

5 Jan 2023

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 infection, replication and persistence in human brain tissues

Researchers investigated the cellular tropism, replication competence, persistence and evolution of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in humans, and associated histopathological changes in infected tissues.

16 Dec 2022

mRNA-FISH for the detection of viral RNA in SARS-CoV-2 infected cells and the determination of the kinetics of early RNA replication

Researchers evaluated the early replication kinetics of SARS-CoV-2.

15 Dec 2022

Research reveals a novel viral strategy in modulating stress granule formation to promote virus infection

Researchers illustrated a novel strategy likely employed by viruses to promote infection.

6 Dec 2022

Study explores histopathological, serological, and clinical characteristics of PASC in patients with mild COVID-19

Researchers investigated the clinical, histopathological, imaging, and serological characteristics of post-acute sequelae of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) (PASC) in patients with mild COVID-19.

5 Dec 2022

Study provides understanding of SARS-CoV-2 pulmonary infection long-term effects at the microanatomical, cellular, and molecular level

Researchers evaluated compositional and structural pulmonary alterations in PASC tissues.