Genetics News and Research

Latest Genetics News and Research

Tibetan women’s high-altitude adaptations drive greater reproductive success

Researchers uncover how specific genetic and cardiovascular traits give Tibetan women an edge in surviving and thriving at high altitudes, linking better oxygen delivery to more successful pregnancies.

23 Oct 2024

myeloMATCH program opens enrollment for acute myeloid leukemia and MDS

Four leading cancer research organizations in the United States and Canada announce the opening of patient enrollment to myeloMATCH, a unique portfolio of clinical trials to test precision medicine treatments for adults with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) or myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

23 Oct 2024

Breakthrough research reveals neural basis of eating behavior

Speaking, singing, coughing, laughing, yelling, yawning, chewing - we use our jaws for many purposes. Each action requires a complex coordination of muscles whose activity is managed by neurons in the brain.

23 Oct 2024

Study connects brain volume variations with genetic risk factors for Parkinson’s disease and ADHD

Unprecedented genome analysis reveals genetic links between brain structure and disorders like Parkinson's and ADHD, paving the way for innovative treatments.

23 Oct 2024

Arsenic in water linked to increased heart disease risk

Long term exposure to arsenic in water may increase cardiovascular disease and especially heart disease risk even at exposure levels below the federal regulatory limit (10µg/L) according to a new study at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.

23 Oct 2024

Structural biology reveals secrets of DEV phage infection

The viruses that infect bacteria are the most abundant biological entities on the planet. For example, a recent simple study of 92 showerheads and 36 toothbrushes from American bathrooms found more than 600 types of bacterial viruses, commonly called bacteriophages or phages.

22 Oct 2024

Caloric restriction extends mouse lifespan and health in new genetic study

Study examined the effects of caloric restriction (CR) and intermittent fasting (IF) on the health and lifespan of genetically diverse female mice, revealing that CR extended lifespan more significantly than IF. Genetic factors also played a role in how dietary restriction influenced aging and health.

22 Oct 2024

Novel antibodies show promise for tumor targeting and RAD51 inhibition

A new research paper was published in Oncotarget's Volume 15 on October 1, 2024, entitled, "Next-generation cell-penetrating antibodies for tumor targeting and RAD51 inhibition."

21 Oct 2024

New guidelines focus on preventing first strokes through healthy living

Healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as good nutrition, smoking cessation and being physically active, along with routine health screenings and managing risk factors for cardiovascular disease and stroke with medication, can help prevent individuals from having a first stroke.

21 Oct 2024

Researchers identify genetic links to brain volume and disorders

In one of the largest-ever studies of DNA and brain volume, researchers have identified 254 genetic variants that shape key structures in the "deep brain," including those that control memory, motor skills, addictive behaviors and more.

21 Oct 2024

Ancient DNA reveals insights into starch digestion

If you've ever struggled to reduce your carb intake, ancient DNA might be to blame. It has long been known that humans carry multiple copies of a gene that allows us to begin breaking down complex carbohydrate starch in the mouth, providing the first step in metabolizing starchy foods like bread and pasta.

18 Oct 2024

Researchers develop strategies to identify regulators of intestinal hormone secretion

A multi-institutional group of researchers led by the Hubrecht Institute and Roche's Institute of Human Biology has developed strategies to identify regulators of intestinal hormone secretion.

18 Oct 2024

Scientists map the genetic landscape of drug resistance in cancers

All cancer mutations that cause drug resistance fall into one of four categories. New research has detailed each type, helping to uncover targets for drug development and identify potential effective second-line therapies.

18 Oct 2024

Study finds health care evaluations of large language models lacking in real patient data and bias assessment

A systematic review reveals only 5% of healthcare evaluations for large language models use real patient data, highlighting gaps in bias and task assessment.

18 Oct 2024

Researchers create first single cell atlas of prenatal human skin

For the first time, researchers have created a single cell atlas of prenatal human skin to understand how skin forms, and what goes wrong in disease.

18 Oct 2024

New research highlights genetics as key factor in BMI and obesity risk

Genomics’ latest groundbreaking research, showcased at the Bupa Health Symposium, shows that a person’s genetic background is a key driver for their BMI and therefore is crucial to understanding their risk of obesity.

18 Oct 2024

Researchers identify protein linked to cardiovascular health in progeria

A new University of Maryland-led discovery could spur the development of new and improved treatments for Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), a rare genetic disorder with no known cure that causes accelerated aging in children.

18 Oct 2024

New consortium launched to combat Mpox outbreak in Africa

University College Dublin (UCD) is leading MpoxVax AFRIVAC, a new €1.3 million international consortium that aims to rapidly deploy technology and develop new knowledge to end the current Mpox outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and surrounding countries.

17 Oct 2024

Study links healthy diet to reduced progression of low-risk prostate cancer

In a peer-reviewed study believed to be the first of its kind published, a research team led by Johns Hopkins Medicine provides scientific evidence that a healthy diet may reduce the chance of low risk prostate cancer progressing to a more aggressive state in men undergoing active surveillance - a clinical option in which men with lower risk cancer are carefully monitored for progression in lieu of treatments that could have undesired side effects or complications.

17 Oct 2024