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Scientists uncover important functions of a special protein during cell division

In a new study, researchers from the University of Copenhagen have discovered two important functions of a protein called RTEL1 during cell division.

12 May 2020

Woman's genetic make-up may play a role in weight gain from birth control

A woman's genetic make-up may cause her to gain weight when using a popular form of birth control, according to a study from researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.

12 May 2020

Potential for COVID-19 transmission from human eye

A new study published on the preprint server bioRxiv* in May 2020 reports the presence of ACE2 receptors in the eye at high concentrations. These molecules are the entry points for the SARS-CoV-2 virus that is causing the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

12 May 2020

Single-cell RNA-seq addresses key question in islet cell biology and diabetes research

The pancreas is an abdominal organ that produces digestive enzymes as well as hormones that regulate blood sugar levels. This hormone-producing function is localized to the islets of Langerhans, which constitute clusters of different endocrine cell types.

12 May 2020

Researchers identify transcription factor that preserves the genomic integrity of germline

The germline is the cell lineage of an organism that passes on its genetic material to its progeny. Genetic damage to the germline can cause developmental defects and even death of that same progeny.

7 May 2020

Spillover of more bat coronaviruses likely due to destruction of wildlife habitats

A new study available on the preprint server bioRxiv used phylogenetic analysis to demonstrate how certain groups of bats harbor multiple coronavirus lineages that are not readily transmitted across different bat taxa. However, the researchers caution that another novel human coronavirus outbreak originating from bats is imminent due to the destruction of wildlife habitats.

6 May 2020

Your turnkey solution for data integrity and regulatory compliance: The new XPR Analytical balance plus LabX

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From Mettler-Toledo International Inc. 5 May 2020

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The XPR Analytical balance, the latest entry into the METTLER TOLEDO Excellence weighing portfolio, is easier than ever to connect to existing information-management systems and other lab devices to enhance productivity and secure current and future equipment investments.

From Mettler-Toledo International Inc. 5 May 2020

Loss of smell may be related to neuroinvasive propensity of SARS-CoV-2

The novel coronavirus has rapidly infected millions over the world in over 187 countries and territories, causing hundreds of thousands of deaths. One of the often-neglected and under-reported symptoms of the virus is the loss of the sense of smell or anosmia. Now, a new study out of Germany published on the preprint server medRxiv in April 2020 provides a quantified estimate of the magnitude of anosmia as a symptom of the coronavirus.

4 May 2020

Uncovering immune cell reactions in COVID-19

A new study published on the preprint server medRxiv in April 2020 suggests that an overactive immune response is responsible for the more severe manifestations of the illness.

4 May 2020

Rapid affordable viral testing kits for low-resource settings

A new paper published on the preprint server bioRxiv* in April 2020 reports a low-cost, sensitive and rapid RT-PCR testing kit for the detection of COVID-19. If validated, this could provide an enormous boost to diagnostic testing in low-resource regions of the world.

4 May 2020

Study reports cryo-EM structure of Remdesivir-bound RNA replicase complex from SARS-CoV-2

A team of Chinese scientists have reported the high-resolution cryo-EM structure of Remdesivir-bound RNA replicase complex from SARS-CoV-2, the infective virus of COVID-19.

3 May 2020

Further evidence 'pooling of samples' for SARS-CoV-2 helps boost testing capacity

One of the problems faced by health officials today is the vast number of asymptomatic carriers of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) as they can still transmit the virus. Therefore the testing of as many people as possible is crucial for immediate isolation of cases to prevent the virus from spreading further.

29 Apr 2020

New approach for easier detection of SARS-CoV-2 via swabs and saliva

A recent Israeli study points toward Reverse Transcription Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (RT-LAMP) as a potentially effective tool for acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) on-the-spot detection by using swabs or saliva – addressing the community need for simple surveillance.

28 Apr 2020

Transcription News and Research

Scientists uncover important functions of a special protein during cell division

Woman's genetic make-up may play a role in weight gain from birth control

Potential for COVID-19 transmission from human eye

Single-cell RNA-seq addresses key question in islet cell biology and diabetes research

Researchers identify transcription factor that preserves the genomic integrity of germline

Spillover of more bat coronaviruses likely due to destruction of wildlife habitats

Your turnkey solution for data integrity and regulatory compliance: The new XPR Analytical balance plus LabX

Easy, compatible connectivity for productivity and security: The new XPR analytical balance from METTLER TOLEDO

Loss of smell may be related to neuroinvasive propensity of SARS-CoV-2

Uncovering immune cell reactions in COVID-19

Rapid affordable viral testing kits for low-resource settings

Study reports cryo-EM structure of Remdesivir-bound RNA replicase complex from SARS-CoV-2

Further evidence 'pooling of samples' for SARS-CoV-2 helps boost testing capacity

New approach for easier detection of SARS-CoV-2 via swabs and saliva

Study marks a major step towards beta cell replacement therapy

Study: Astrocytes regulate neuronal circuits involved in learning and memory

Novel method may enable decentralized facilities to deliver faster COVID-19 test services

Georgia Tech researchers create key components for COVID-19 tests

Meis1 protein plays key role in stopping cell division in the heart

Scientists find gene signature for poor response to standard therapy in rare uterine cancer

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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