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Lund researchers map entire methylome in insulin-producing pancreatic islets

Throughout our lives, our genes are affected by the way we live. Diet, exercise, age and diseases create imprints that are stored in something called methylome.

30 Jan 2017

IQWiG assesses benefit of newborn screening for severe combined immunodeficiency

The German Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care assessed the benefit of newborn screening for severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID).

30 Jan 2017

Scientists identify potential therapeutic solutions to combat age-related fibrosis

The wear and tear of life takes a cumulative toll on our bodies. Our organs gradually stiffen through fibrosis, which is a process that deposits tough collagen in our body tissue. Fibrosis happens little by little, each time we experience illness or injury. Eventually, this causes our health to decline.

30 Jan 2017

NTNU researcher uses big data to understand how immune system responds to viral attack

An enzyme found in many bacteria, including the bacterium that gives us strep throat, has given mankind a cheap and effective tool with which to edit our own genes.

30 Jan 2017

Scientists decipher emergence of neuronal diversity in the cerebral cortex

The development of cerebral cortex plays a major role in the evolution of species and in particular for mankind.

30 Jan 2017

ACMG issues new Points to Consider statement on potential clinical application of genome editing

The American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics is weighing in on the genome editing/CRISPR debate with a new Points to Consider statement, "Genome Editing in Clinical Genetics."

29 Jan 2017

Study shows how global climate changes can affect exposure of methylmercury to ecosystems, humans

Global warming is expected to increase runoff and input of organic matter to aquatic ecosystems in large regions of the Northern hemisphere including the Baltic Sea.

29 Jan 2017

Scientists restore partial hearing and balance in deaf mice using new gene therapy

Using a novel form of gene therapy, scientists from Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts General Hospital have managed to restore partial hearing and balance in mice born with a genetic condition that affects both.

28 Jan 2017

Johns Hopkins scientists reveal extra centrosomes can promote tumor formation in mice

When a cell is dividing, two identical structures, called centrosomes, move to opposite sides of the cell to help separate its chromosomes into the new cells.

28 Jan 2017

GUMC researchers describe lab technique to fill gaps in clinical care and research

Researchers who developed and tested a revolutionary laboratory technique that allows for the endless growth of normal and diseased cells in a laboratory are publicly sharing how the technique works.

28 Jan 2017

Brain response patterns to rewards may be influenced by gene variants affecting pain sensitivity

Patterns of brain responses to rewards are a significant predictor of pain symptoms—a link that is already present by adolescence—and may be influenced by gene variants affecting pain sensitivity, reports a study in PAIN, the official publication of the International Association for the Study of Pain. The journal is published by Wolters Kluwer.

28 Jan 2017

Researchers provide insights into effects of microgravity on bone tissue

As is well-known, space flights bring with them a unique set of health hazards. That includes bone and muscle deterioration. Loss of bone density is currently one of the most serious problems for astronauts.

28 Jan 2017

New MIP system for therapeutic gene delivery can enhance transgene expression using AAV vector

Advanced engineering of a mini-intronic plasmid (MIP) system designed to carry a therapeutic gene can significantly enhance the expression of the transgene delivered using an adeno-associated viral (AAV) vector.

28 Jan 2017

Studies show prevalence of multi-drug resistant bacteria in China

The mcr-1 gene--a gene that makes bacteria resistant to colistin, an antibiotic of last resort, and that is transferrable between bacteria--has been found in a wide variety of strains of Escherichia coli in China following widespread use of colistin in agriculture.

28 Jan 2017

Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

Lund researchers map entire methylome in insulin-producing pancreatic islets

IQWiG assesses benefit of newborn screening for severe combined immunodeficiency

Scientists identify potential therapeutic solutions to combat age-related fibrosis

NTNU researcher uses big data to understand how immune system responds to viral attack

Scientists decipher emergence of neuronal diversity in the cerebral cortex

ACMG issues new Points to Consider statement on potential clinical application of genome editing

Study shows how global climate changes can affect exposure of methylmercury to ecosystems, humans

Scientists restore partial hearing and balance in deaf mice using new gene therapy

Johns Hopkins scientists reveal extra centrosomes can promote tumor formation in mice

GUMC researchers describe lab technique to fill gaps in clinical care and research

Brain response patterns to rewards may be influenced by gene variants affecting pain sensitivity

Researchers provide insights into effects of microgravity on bone tissue

New MIP system for therapeutic gene delivery can enhance transgene expression using AAV vector

Studies show prevalence of multi-drug resistant bacteria in China

Interventions that change the brain may promote resilience and improved mental health

Both accelerator and brake in the brain control all types of movements, research shows

Scientists identify key 'survival gene' that reduces mutation rates in mycobacteria

New study explores how protein production goes off script when skin cells turn cancerous

TSRI biologists identify brain hormone that selectively stimulates fat metabolism

Light emitted from digital screens can cause irreversible damage to eyes, research shows

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