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New studies improve understanding of the genetic factors that protect people against COVID-19

Two recent papers by Brazilian researchers have contributed to the scientific understanding of the genetic factors that protect people against infection by SARS-CoV-2 or prevent progression to severe COVID-19.

21 Nov 2022

Using induced pluripotent stem cells to recreate the adrenal gland in a petri dish

Sitting atop the kidneys, the adrenal gland plays a pivotal role in maintaining a healthy body. Responding to signals from the brain, the gland secretes hormones that support critical functions like blood pressure, metabolism, and fertility.

21 Nov 2022

Kiwira virus: a new bat-borne hantavirus detected in Africa

Researchers discover a novel hantavirus called the Kiwira virus.

21 Nov 2022

Repetitive stress induces features of accelerated aging in the eye

New research from the University of California, Irvine, suggests aging is an important component of retinal ganglion cell death in glaucoma, and that novel pathways can be targeted when designing new treatments for glaucoma patients.

21 Nov 2022

Gene mutation associated with autism causes an overstimulation of brain cells

Scientists looking to understand the fundamental brain mechanisms of autism spectrum disorder have found that a gene mutation known to be associated with the disorder causes an overstimulation of brain cells far greater than that seen in neuronal cells without the mutation.

21 Nov 2022

Researchers investigate the impact of cultural and genetic structure on food choices

Genetic studies of the past 20 years have extensively shown how, across human populations worldwide, the majority of genetic differences are encountered at the individual rather than at the population level.

21 Nov 2022

Tumor matrix profiles determine the risk and prognosis of a common type of lung cancer

Scientists at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have identified molecular profiles of the surrounding matrix of a common type of lung cancer that might indicate which patients are likely to develop aggressive tumors.

21 Nov 2022

Molecular motion of many 'undruggable' proteins reveals previously unseen binding sites

Studying the molecular motion of proteins reveals previously unseen binding sites that could be targeted by new drug candidate molecules.

21 Nov 2022

The Native Antigen Company introduces new range of influenza antigens

The Native Antigen Company (part of LGC Clinical Diagnostics), one of the world’s leading suppliers of reagents that enables research into vaccines and diagnostics for emerging and endemic infectious diseases, today announced the commercial launch of its latest range of influenza antigens for the southern hemisphere’s 2023 flu season.

From The Native Antigen Company 21 Nov 2022

MIT researchers develop new technique for genome-wide studies of the liver

The liver’s ability to regenerate itself is legendary. Even if more than 70 percent of the organ is removed, the remaining tissue can regrow an entire new liver.

21 Nov 2022

New Community of Experts launched to harness social media data for patient-centric drug development

The Pistoia Alliance, a global, not-for-profit alliance that advocates for greater collaboration in life sciences R&D, has launched a new Community of Experts (CoE) to harness real-world data from social media.

21 Nov 2022

Genetic background plays a role in regulating the metabolism of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids

Genetic background has an effect on the metabolism of the essential polyunsaturated fatty acids alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid, a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland shows.

21 Nov 2022

Rutgers scientists develop new approach to effectively shut down viral infections

Rutgers scientists have developed a new approach to stopping viral infections: a so-called live-attenuated, replication-defective DNA virus vaccine that uses a compound known as centanamycin to generate an altered virus for vaccine development.

20 Nov 2022

Researchers identify a novel RSV variant associated with prolonged infection

Researchers examine pathogen or host genetic risk factors for RSV infection, as well as whether certain viral variants are associated with prolonged infection.

20 Nov 2022

Brain organoids reveal how alcohol exposure impairs the development and functioning of new brain cells

Alcohol consumption during pregnancy poses significant peril to the healthy development of the unborn child. There is no known safe amount of alcohol during pregnancy.

20 Nov 2022

New gene classifier can predict the risk of cancer cells recurring or progressing

A team of researchers mapping a molecular atlas for ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) has made a major advance toward distinguishing whether the early pre-cancers in the breast will develop into invasive cancers or remain stable.

20 Nov 2022

Mitochondria plays an important role in signal transduction in innate immune pathways

Mitochondria are primarily known as the powerhouse of the cell. However, these cellular organelles are required not only for providing energy: Professor Konstanze Winklhofer and her group at the Faculty of Medicine at Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, recently discovered that mitochondria play an important role in signal transduction in innate immune pathways.

17 Nov 2022

MGI announces European launch of new MGISP-Smart 8 automated sample preparation system and empowerment program at MEDICA to further access to genomics

MGI, a company committed to building core tools and technology to lead life science, today announced the introduction of the latest MGISP-Smart 8 automated sample preparation system to Europe and the first iteration of its Empowerment Program at the MEDICA Trade Fair, taking place November 14-17 in Düsseldorf.

From MGI 17 Nov 2022

Experts investigate the role of IL-26 in COVID-19

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have shown that patients with acute COVID-19 infection have increased levels of the cytokine IL-26 in their blood. Moreover, high IL-26 levels correlate with an exaggerated inflammatory response that signifies severe cases of the disease. The findings, which are presented in Frontiers in Immunology, indicate that IL-26 is a potential biomarker for severe COVID-19.

17 Nov 2022

Study reveals a mechanism for mitochondrial activation via nucleoid dynamics

Mitochondria, famously known as the powerhouse of the cell, are important cellular structures that are vital for their role of generating energy. Mitochondria are "dynamic", meaning they constantly fuse together and split apart. They contain a small amount of genetic information known as mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA).

17 Nov 2022

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New studies improve understanding of the genetic factors that protect people against COVID-19

Using induced pluripotent stem cells to recreate the adrenal gland in a petri dish

Kiwira virus: a new bat-borne hantavirus detected in Africa

Repetitive stress induces features of accelerated aging in the eye

Gene mutation associated with autism causes an overstimulation of brain cells

Researchers investigate the impact of cultural and genetic structure on food choices

Tumor matrix profiles determine the risk and prognosis of a common type of lung cancer

Molecular motion of many 'undruggable' proteins reveals previously unseen binding sites

The Native Antigen Company introduces new range of influenza antigens

MIT researchers develop new technique for genome-wide studies of the liver

New Community of Experts launched to harness social media data for patient-centric drug development

Genetic background plays a role in regulating the metabolism of essential polyunsaturated fatty acids

Rutgers scientists develop new approach to effectively shut down viral infections

Researchers identify a novel RSV variant associated with prolonged infection

Brain organoids reveal how alcohol exposure impairs the development and functioning of new brain cells

New gene classifier can predict the risk of cancer cells recurring or progressing

Mitochondria plays an important role in signal transduction in innate immune pathways

MGI announces European launch of new MGISP-Smart 8 automated sample preparation system and empowerment program at MEDICA to further access to genomics

Experts investigate the role of IL-26 in COVID-19

Study reveals a mechanism for mitochondrial activation via nucleoid dynamics

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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