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All SARS-CoV-2 variants neutralized by a potent new antibody

Researchers describe a mouse model used to generate a VH1-2 heavy chain (HC)- and Vκ1-33 light chain (LC)-based recombinant antibody that broadly neutralized all severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) variants, including the newly emergent Omicron sub-variant BA.5.

9 Sep 2022

A single genomic change may have given modern humans an advantage over Neanderthals

A single amino acid change in the transketolase-like 1 (TKTL1) protein may have given modern humans an advantage over more ancient contemporaries like Neanderthals by enabling increased neocortical neurogenesis, researchers report.

9 Sep 2022

Scientists identify genetic variants linked to an increased risk of developing Hodgkin lymphoma

Why did my child get cancer? Clinicians have longed for a way to help answer this question. Doctors knew Hodgkin lymphoma sometimes occurs in families, but why this happens has been a mystery. Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have now helped solve it.

9 Sep 2022

Prenatal exposure to air pollution increases risk of childhood allergic rhinitis and asthma

In a recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, researchers assessed the impact of prenatal exposure to air pollution on immune perturbations.

8 Sep 2022

Animal models for studying the impacts of hormonal contraception

In a recent study published in the Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology journal, researchers assessed the impact of hormonal contraceptives (HC) on the brain and stress.

8 Sep 2022

Genetic variants associated with mental disorders also affect intelligence and personality

A recent study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry has provided new insights into the genetic basis of mental disorders.

8 Sep 2022

Study provides some important new clues to age-related memory decline

One of the most upsetting aspects of age-related memory decline is not being able to remember the face that accompanies the name of a person you just talked with hours earlier.

8 Sep 2022

Licorice compounds proposed as effective candidates for treatment of COVID-19

Researchers describe the different mechanisms by which licorice active ingredients target SARS-CoV-2.

8 Sep 2022

Comprehensive genetic architecture atlas compiled for mutant RAS genes in cancers

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, three other cancer centers and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health compiled a comprehensive genetic architecture atlas for mutant RAS genes in human cancers.

8 Sep 2022

New gene therapy approach could help prevent blindness in children with Leber congenital amaurosis

Researchers from the National Eye Institute have developed a gene therapy that rescues cilia defects in retinal cells affected by a type of Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), a disease that causes blindness in early childhood.

8 Sep 2022

Newly discovered protein could help to improve fertility treatments

Scientists have discovered a new protein which helps sperm fuse to an egg and is fundamental for human fertilization.

8 Sep 2022

Pitt researchers describe a pathway by which cells repair damaged lysosomes

Today in Nature, University of Pittsburgh researchers describe for the first time a pathway by which cells repair damaged lysosomes, structures that contribute to longevity by recycling cellular trash.

8 Sep 2022

How does previous SARS-CoV-2 infection impact the B cell receptor repertoire in response to vaccination?

Researchers evaluated immune responses by B lymphocytes to Pfizer’s severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 mRNA vaccine.

8 Sep 2022

How a key brain network responds to seasonal shifts in day length

A recent paper examined the difference in neuronal communication in the hypothalamic network that regulates physiological function in response to the photoperiod.

8 Sep 2022

AbbVie to present data from its robust migraine portfolio at the Migraine Trust International Symposium 2022

AbbVie today announced that new data from its migraine portfolio will be presented at the Migraine Trust International Symposium (MTIS) 2022, taking place in London from September 8-11.

From AbbVie 8 Sep 2022

How can Legionella pneumophila transmit through the hot water plumbing of residences and office buildings?

Researchers investigate the transmission of the causative agent of legionellosis, Legionella pneumophila, through hot water plumbing systems in commercial and residential buildings.

8 Sep 2022

Researchers review the epidemiology, clinical character, treatment, and prevention of human monkeypox

Researchers reviewed the epidemiology, clinical character, treatment, and prevention of human monkeypox.

8 Sep 2022

Research identifies a promising path to developing therapies to treat esophageal tumors

Research led by Case Western Reserve University has identified a promising path to developing therapies to treat esophageal tumors––a form of cancer that not only is among the most deadly, but also has been occurring at increasing rates over the past decade.

8 Sep 2022

Researchers identify DNA regions associated with physical activity or leisure screen time

In a large international study, researchers at Uppsala University have identified DNA regions that are associated with physical activity or leisure screen time.

7 Sep 2022

Experts join forces to create a gold standard document to help people with cystic fibrosis

World leading experts have joined forces to create a gold standard document to help people living with Cystic Fibrosis.

7 Sep 2022

Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

All SARS-CoV-2 variants neutralized by a potent new antibody

A single genomic change may have given modern humans an advantage over Neanderthals

Scientists identify genetic variants linked to an increased risk of developing Hodgkin lymphoma

Prenatal exposure to air pollution increases risk of childhood allergic rhinitis and asthma

Animal models for studying the impacts of hormonal contraception

Genetic variants associated with mental disorders also affect intelligence and personality

Study provides some important new clues to age-related memory decline

Licorice compounds proposed as effective candidates for treatment of COVID-19

Comprehensive genetic architecture atlas compiled for mutant RAS genes in cancers

New gene therapy approach could help prevent blindness in children with Leber congenital amaurosis

Newly discovered protein could help to improve fertility treatments

Pitt researchers describe a pathway by which cells repair damaged lysosomes

How does previous SARS-CoV-2 infection impact the B cell receptor repertoire in response to vaccination?

How a key brain network responds to seasonal shifts in day length

AbbVie to present data from its robust migraine portfolio at the Migraine Trust International Symposium 2022

How can Legionella pneumophila transmit through the hot water plumbing of residences and office buildings?

Researchers review the epidemiology, clinical character, treatment, and prevention of human monkeypox

Research identifies a promising path to developing therapies to treat esophageal tumors

Researchers identify DNA regions associated with physical activity or leisure screen time

Experts join forces to create a gold standard document to help people with cystic fibrosis

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