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Gut microbiota influences social behavior by stimulating microglial remodeling of brain circuits

To learn to socialize, zebrafish need to trust their gut. Gut microbes encourage specialized cells to prune back extra connections in brain circuits that control social behavior, new UO research in zebrafish shows.

1 Nov 2022

New control system could be used to finely tune the production of useful proteins

Using an approach based on CRISPR proteins, MIT researchers have developed a new way to precisely control the amount of a particular protein that is produced in mammalian cells.

1 Nov 2022

Researchers offer new insights into the neurobiological basis of autism spectrum disorders

Findings from a new study published in Cell Reports, involving a collaborative effort between researchers at the Luikart Laboratory at Dartmouth's Geisel School of Medicine and the Weston Laboratory at the University of Vermont, are providing further insight into the neurobiological basis of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and pointing to possible treatments.

1 Nov 2022

Study provides more nuanced insights into RNA modifications by A-to-I editing during brain development

Mount Sinai researchers have cataloged thousands of sites in the brain where RNA is modified throughout the human lifespan in a process known as adenosine-to-inosine (A-to-I) editing, offering important new avenues for understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of brain development and how they factor into both health and disease.

1 Nov 2022

UT Southwestern study uncovers a causative signaling pathway in breast cancer

UT Southwestern researchers have identified a causative signaling pathway in breast cancer, providing potential new targets for treatment of the most common type of cancer in women.

1 Nov 2022

Exploring trends in SARS-CoV-2 RNA concentrations in wastewater

In a new study, researchers characterized trends of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) RNA levels in wastewater.

1 Nov 2022

Single-nucleus RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptome atlas of COVID-19 livers

Researchers performed single-nucleus RNA sequencing (snRNA-seq) and spatial transcriptomic profiling of livers from deceased coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients.

1 Nov 2022

How does the ISG15/ISGylation system modulate Vaccinia virus infection?

Researchers demonstrated how interferon-stimulated gene 15 (ISG15) is involved in the Vaccinia virus (VACV) dissemination.

1 Nov 2022

Researchers fabricate cerebral cortical tissues in 3D and functionally integrate them into a brain lesion in mice

Researchers fabricated cerebral cortical tissues in 3D and functionally integrated them into a brain lesion in mice.

1 Nov 2022

Novel computational method maps the architecture of human tissues in unprecedented detail

Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have developed a computational method to map the architecture of human tissues in unprecedented detail. Their approach promises to accelerate studies on organ-scale cellular interactions and could enable powerful new diagnostic strategies for a wide range of diseases.

1 Nov 2022

Researchers take a cue from viruses to make glioblastoma more vulnerable to treatment

In the tough war against glioblastoma, scientists are taking a cue from viruses on how to make the aggressive cancer more vulnerable to treatment.

1 Nov 2022

Study expands breast cancer patient population that can benefit from PARP inhibitors

A drug approved to treat breast cancer patients with mutations in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes may also benefit people who have other genetic mutations.

31 Oct 2022

Johns Hopkins researchers uncover a possible target to treat sleep apnea

In a new study with obese mice, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have added to evidence that specialized channel proteins are possible therapeutic targets for sleep apnea and similar abnormally slow breathing disorders in obese people.

31 Oct 2022

Increasing Awareness Surrounding Ataxia

In this interview, we speak to Dr. Lauren Moore from the National Ataxia Foundation about the condition and the importance of raising awareness for ataxia.

31 Oct 2022

New research suggests booster dose of Novavax NVX-CoV2373 vaccine is effective against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants

A new study evaluated the neutralizing antibody titers against the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant and its sub-lineages after two and three doses of the Novavax protein nanoparticle vaccine NVX-CoV2373.

31 Oct 2022

Lower risk of colorectal cancer associated with dietary flavanone and anthocyanidin intake, according to new research

In a new study, researchers assessed the risk of colorectal cancer (CRC) with the intake of flavonoids.

31 Oct 2022

Does maternal obesity impact fetal brain development?

In a new study, researchers assessed the impact of maternal obesity on brain development in the fetus.

31 Oct 2022

Study reports on a novel property of antibodies, light chain coherence

Researchers investigate whether pairs of unrelated B-cells that have similar heavy chains also have the same light chains.

30 Oct 2022

Appel Alzheimer's Disease Research Institute Symposium reveals new developments in dementia research

The 10th annual Appel Alzheimer's Disease Research Institute Symposium brought fascinating reports of progress in understanding Alzheimer's and related neurodegenerative diseases.

28 Oct 2022

Faulty gene may explain why some people gain excessive weight despite normal food intake

A faulty gene, rather than a faulty diet, may explain why some people gain excessive weight even when they don't eat more than others, UT Southwestern researchers at the Center for the Genetics of Host Defense have discovered.

28 Oct 2022

Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

Gut microbiota influences social behavior by stimulating microglial remodeling of brain circuits

New control system could be used to finely tune the production of useful proteins

Researchers offer new insights into the neurobiological basis of autism spectrum disorders

Study provides more nuanced insights into RNA modifications by A-to-I editing during brain development

UT Southwestern study uncovers a causative signaling pathway in breast cancer

Exploring trends in SARS-CoV-2 RNA concentrations in wastewater

Single-nucleus RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptome atlas of COVID-19 livers

How does the ISG15/ISGylation system modulate Vaccinia virus infection?

Researchers fabricate cerebral cortical tissues in 3D and functionally integrate them into a brain lesion in mice

Novel computational method maps the architecture of human tissues in unprecedented detail

Researchers take a cue from viruses to make glioblastoma more vulnerable to treatment

Study expands breast cancer patient population that can benefit from PARP inhibitors

Johns Hopkins researchers uncover a possible target to treat sleep apnea

Increasing Awareness Surrounding Ataxia

New research suggests booster dose of Novavax NVX-CoV2373 vaccine is effective against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron subvariants

Lower risk of colorectal cancer associated with dietary flavanone and anthocyanidin intake, according to new research

Does maternal obesity impact fetal brain development?

Study reports on a novel property of antibodies, light chain coherence

Appel Alzheimer's Disease Research Institute Symposium reveals new developments in dementia research

Faulty gene may explain why some people gain excessive weight despite normal food intake

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