Epigenetics News and Research

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Salk researchers develop method to reveal epigenetic features of brain cells

The brain's prefrontal cortex, which gives us our ability to solve problems and plan ahead, contains billions of cells. But understanding the large diversity of cell types in this critical region, each with unique genetic and molecular properties, has been challenging.

10 Sep 2019

Cannabis use may alter gene linked to autism in male sperm

Researchers from Duke University Medical centre, Durham, USA have come up with an important study that shows that use of cannabis among men could alter a specific gene in their sperm that is linked to autism. The study titled, “Cannabis use is associated with potentially heritable widespread changes in autism candidate gene DLGAP2 DNA methylation in sperm,” and is published in the latest issue of the journal Epigenetics.

28 Aug 2019

Study identifies key epigenetic regulator that controls skin cell turnover

The outer layer of the skin completely replaces itself every two to four weeks, but when this process is blocked, cancer can grow.

21 Aug 2019

DNA methylation may influence the effects of aspirin in patients with breast cancer

Women with a particular DNA feature may live longer if they take aspirin even before they are diagnosed with breast cancer, a new study found.

13 Aug 2019

Researchers identify gene mutation combo linked to endometrial cancer

Michigan State University researchers, in collaboration with the Van Andel Institute, have identified a combination of two gene mutations that is linked to endometrial cancer.

7 Aug 2019

University of North Dakota receives $10 million to expand epigenetics research program

The National Institutes of Health has awarded the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences a $10 million, five-year grant to expand the School's epigenetics research program.

6 Aug 2019

HIV therapy leaves unrepaired holes in the immune system's wall of defense

If they don't receive antiretroviral therapy (ART), most HIV patients see a progressive weakening of their immune system.

16 Jul 2019

Ancient epigenetic change deactivates some genes linked to cancer

An epigenetic change, a form of DNA control, that deactivates some genes linked to cancer late in human development has been conserved for more than 400 million years, new research led by the Garvan Institute of Medical Research suggests.

11 Jul 2019

Comprehensive cell atlas of the human liver

The liver is one of the largest and most versatile organs of the human body. It turns sugars, proteins, and fats from our food into substances useful for the body and releases them to the cells.

11 Jul 2019

Disrupting ChIP Assay Technology with New Advancements

The Chromatrap ChIP technology is a bead-free method of performing ChIP. The potential of the technology emerged from our capabilities in manufacturing porous plastic filters for the filtration and separation of biological materials.

From Chromatrap® - Porvair Sciences Ltd 27 Jun 2019

Study: Stress experienced by premature infants can carry on throughout their adult life

The stress premature infants experience can carry on throughout their adult life, causing cognitive limitations, social struggles at work or in school, and a greater risk of health ailments, including cardiac conditions, one of the longest-running U.S. studies of premature infants has shown.

26 Jun 2019

Exploring the heart at a depth that was previously impossible

An international team of researchers are seeking to explore the heart at a depth that was previously impossible.

24 Jun 2019

Scientists develop universal FACS-based approach to heterogenous cell sorting, propelling organoid research

Researchers have developed three novel FACS protocols that can be used to isolate neural progenitors, astrocytes, and neurons from infected cerebral organoids.

19 Jun 2019

Study: Phthalate susceptibility depends largely on genetic heritage of individual

Phthalates, one of the most common endocrine disruptors, are commonly used by industry in many plastic products - toys, clothing, baby bottles or even medical equipment - as well as in cosmetics.

13 Jun 2019

Researchers identify new mechanism for accessing damaged DNA

UV light damages the DNA of skin cells, which can lead to skin cancer.

31 May 2019

New studies from UCI shine light on circadian clocks

Can your liver sense when you're staring at a television screen or cellphone late at night? Apparently so, and when such activity is detected, the organ can throw your circadian rhythms out of whack, leaving you more susceptible to health problems.

30 May 2019

Study explores associations between daytime sleepiness and epigenetic modifications

Everyone feels tired at times, but up to 20 percent of U.S. adults report feeling so sleepy during the day that it interferes with daily activities, including working, having meals or carrying on conversations.

29 May 2019

Epigenetic research provides new approaches to cancer combination therapies

Epigenetic processes enable cells to respond to changes in their environment by regulating the activity of their genes.

28 May 2019

University of Freiburg to receive 25.8 million euros for collaborative research centers

The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft has approved grant applications for two collaborative research centers at the University of Freiburg: one for continued grant funding, and one for initial grant funding.

24 May 2019

Spatial configuration of the genome is not inherited, but set up during embryogenesis

The architecture of the DNA-protein complexes that make up the genome in each cell nucleus regulates the course of early embryonic development.

23 May 2019

Epigenetics News and Research

Latest Epigenetics News and Research

Salk researchers develop method to reveal epigenetic features of brain cells

Cannabis use may alter gene linked to autism in male sperm

Study identifies key epigenetic regulator that controls skin cell turnover

DNA methylation may influence the effects of aspirin in patients with breast cancer

Researchers identify gene mutation combo linked to endometrial cancer

University of North Dakota receives $10 million to expand epigenetics research program

HIV therapy leaves unrepaired holes in the immune system's wall of defense

Ancient epigenetic change deactivates some genes linked to cancer

Comprehensive cell atlas of the human liver

Disrupting ChIP Assay Technology with New Advancements

Study: Stress experienced by premature infants can carry on throughout their adult life

Exploring the heart at a depth that was previously impossible

Scientists develop universal FACS-based approach to heterogenous cell sorting, propelling organoid research

Study: Phthalate susceptibility depends largely on genetic heritage of individual

Researchers identify new mechanism for accessing damaged DNA

New studies from UCI shine light on circadian clocks

Study explores associations between daytime sleepiness and epigenetic modifications

Epigenetic research provides new approaches to cancer combination therapies

University of Freiburg to receive 25.8 million euros for collaborative research centers

Spatial configuration of the genome is not inherited, but set up during embryogenesis

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Epigenetics News and Research

Latest Epigenetics News and Research

eBook: A guide to RNA sequencing eBook

How GLP‑1 Agonists Are Shaping the Future of Obesity Treatment With Dr Bryony Henderson

Flow chemistry, AI, and NMR: A next-gen approach to scalable API production

Digital pathology and the PathoVerse: A conversation with Dr. Singh

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