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Study reveals the role of SPOP protein in an inherited form of ALS

The damaging effects of toxic proteins created in one inherited form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) are mediated by a protein called SPOP, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of the Sciences.

8 Nov 2021

What are the anti-COVID drugs currently in development?

The first antiviral drugs effective against COVID-19 were recently approved in the UK and USA. A researcher from the Laboratory of Gene Technology has been exploring what we know so far.

8 Nov 2021

Identification of a candidate effector gene at COVID-19 risk locus

A new study focuses on developing a comprehensive platform to decode the effects of sequence variation identified by GWAS.

8 Nov 2021

Study shows how whole genome sequencing could benefit children with cancer

Unravelling the entire genetic code for each child who has been diagnosed with cancer can give a more accurate diagnosis or reveal new treatment options, according to research presented at the NCRI Festival. These are the results of a pilot study of the process known as whole genome sequencing.

8 Nov 2021

Study looks at how lupus genetics intersects with COVID-19

The study “Interferon pathway lupus risk alleles modulate risk of death from acute COVID-19” was recently published on the preprint medRxiv* server.

8 Nov 2021

Deletion of ABI3 gene in the brain may increase risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

When immune cells move throughout the brain, they act as the first line of defense against viruses, toxic materials and damaged neurons, rushing over to clear out them.

7 Nov 2021

Maternal exposure to flame retardants linked with ASD-relevant behavioral traits in offspring

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs, are a class of fire-retardant chemicals that are ubiquitous. They are found on upholstery, carpets, curtains, electronics, and even infant products.

7 Nov 2021

Study opens a window for new therapeutic approaches to ovarian cancer

A Ludwig Cancer Research study has uncovered a cellular interaction that is essential to the ability of the immune system's cytotoxic T lymphocytes to destroy ovarian tumors and shown that its engagement could help determine the efficacy of checkpoint blockade immunotherapy in a variety of cancers.

6 Nov 2021

Scientists create a rapid diagnostic technology to detect SARS-CoV-2

Blending experts from molecular genetics, chemistry and health sciences, researchers at the University of California San Diego have created a rapid diagnostic technology that detects SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

6 Nov 2021

Experts gain insights into pathomechanisms of dilated cardiomyopathy

Titin is a "titanically large" protein – the largest in the human body – which enables elastic movements of our muscles, including the heart.

6 Nov 2021

bit.bio raises in excess of $100 million in first close of Series B financing

Today bit.bio announces the first close of their Series B financing of $103 million.

From bit.bio 6 Nov 2021

Ibrutinib plus standard chemotherapy effective in younger patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma

Younger patients with specific genetic subtypes of non-GCB DLBCL, called MCD and N1, had an exceptional response to the treatment combination.

5 Nov 2021

“Catching SARS-CoV-2 in the act” – viral infection of nasal mucosa spares nerve cells

A new study discusses the entry of SARS-CoV-2 into the respiratory and olfactory mucosa of the nasal cavity.

4 Nov 2021

APOL1 variant risk may extend to poorer outcomes from SARS-CoV-2 infection

Now, a new study published on the medRxiv* preprint server tests the hypothesis that adverse COVID-19 outcomes are associated with the variants of the APOL1 gene.

4 Nov 2021

MIT researchers identify link between MEF2 gene and cognitive resilience in older individuals

Many people develop Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia as they get older. However, others remain sharp well into old age, even if their brains show underlying signs of neurodegeneration.

3 Nov 2021

Adaptive immunity in patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 Δ382 Variant

A comprehensive characterization of the immune responses between SARS-CoV-2 infected individuals with wildtype (WT) and Δ382 SARS-CoV-2.

3 Nov 2021

Scientists discover key component of cellular malfunction that contributes to growth of tumors

Scientists have homed in on a crucial step within the sequence of chemical reactions that govern regulation of cell division, proliferation and death, and whose malfunction contributes to the growth of tumors.

2 Nov 2021

Why do autistic children struggle with hidden emotions?

News-Medical speaks to Dr. Steven Stagg about his latest research into autism and how autistic children struggle to read hidden emotions.

2 Nov 2021

Identification of common genes in COVID-19 and COPD

Based on protein-protein interactions, the paper shows the presence of ten genes that overlap between the two illnesses, also shared by several other deadly and debilitating diseases.

2 Nov 2021

Study reveals how bone cells form dendrites that are important for maintaining bone strength

Embedded within bone tissue are osteocytes, cells with tree-like projections called dendrites that are important for receiving communication from other cells.

1 Nov 2021

Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

Study reveals the role of SPOP protein in an inherited form of ALS

What are the anti-COVID drugs currently in development?

Identification of a candidate effector gene at COVID-19 risk locus

Study shows how whole genome sequencing could benefit children with cancer

Study looks at how lupus genetics intersects with COVID-19

Deletion of ABI3 gene in the brain may increase risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease

Maternal exposure to flame retardants linked with ASD-relevant behavioral traits in offspring

Study opens a window for new therapeutic approaches to ovarian cancer

Scientists create a rapid diagnostic technology to detect SARS-CoV-2

Experts gain insights into pathomechanisms of dilated cardiomyopathy

bit.bio raises in excess of $100 million in first close of Series B financing

Ibrutinib plus standard chemotherapy effective in younger patients with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma

“Catching SARS-CoV-2 in the act” – viral infection of nasal mucosa spares nerve cells

APOL1 variant risk may extend to poorer outcomes from SARS-CoV-2 infection

MIT researchers identify link between MEF2 gene and cognitive resilience in older individuals

Adaptive immunity in patients infected with SARS-CoV-2 Δ382 Variant

Scientists discover key component of cellular malfunction that contributes to growth of tumors

Why do autistic children struggle with hidden emotions?

Identification of common genes in COVID-19 and COPD

Study reveals how bone cells form dendrites that are important for maintaining bone strength

eBook: Using iPSCs models for human disease research and drug discovery eBook

Real-time Raman monitoring for pharmaceutical hot melt extrusion

Synthetic Psychedelics: A Growing Public Health Concern

How the Vutara VXL simplifies single-molecule imaging