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Researchers identify specific genes that cause schizophrenia

A substantial number of individual genes that potentially play essential roles in schizophrenia have been uncovered in the largest-ever genomic analysis of the psychiatric condition.

11 Apr 2022

Researchers identify a large number of specific genes associated with schizophrenia

What is the role of genetics in schizophrenia? To address this question, an international group of researchers led by Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin and Cardiff University developed and conducted the largest-ever genetic study on schizophrenia.

8 Apr 2022

New technique helps rewind the cellular biological clock by around 30 years

Research from the Babraham Institute has developed a method to 'time jump' human skin cells by 30 years, turning back the aging clock for cells without losing their specialized function.

8 Apr 2022

Study sheds light on genetic causes of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias

If we want to enhance our knowledge and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, we need to identify genetic risk factors.

7 Apr 2022

Study discovers links between DNA methylation and gene expression in children

A new study headed by ISGlobal, an organization financed by “Ia Caixa” Foundation, finds links between DNA methylation patterns and gene expression levels in blood samples from youngsters.

7 Apr 2022

Researchers discover 15 genetic 'hotspots' that speed up or slow down brain aging

Researchers from a USC-led consortium have discovered 15 "hotspots" in the genome that either speed up brain aging or slow it down -; a finding that could provide new drug targets to resist Alzheimer's disease and other degenerative brain disorders, as well as developmental delays.

6 Apr 2022

Biologists unravel the mystery behind nuclear anomaly in blood cancer cells

The mystery is being unraveled of why the control centers, or nuclei, of certain blood cancer cells have a distinctly odd shape.

5 Apr 2022

Researchers employ CRISPR gene-editing technology in human blood to cure HIV

Northwestern Medicine researchers are employing recent developments in CRISPR gene-editing technology to discover novel biological method that could lead to longer-lasting treatments and new therapeutic tactics for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

5 Apr 2022

Scientists produce the first complete, gapless sequence of a human genome

Two decades after the Human Genome Project delivered the first preliminary human genome sequence, researchers have published the first full, gapless sequence of a human genome.

From National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) 4 Apr 2022

Noncoding DNA mutations prevent the brain from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

When a condition is connected to a genetic mutation, it is generally negative news.

4 Apr 2022

Lifebit; Making Biomedical Data Accessible

In this interview, we speak to Dr. Maria Chatzou Dunford, CEO of Lifebit, about their technology and how it helps scientists to make better use of their data.

From Lifebit 1 Apr 2022

RNA targeted by small molecule drugs, likely to create new pathways for disease treatment

RNA (ribonucleic acid) is involved in many aspects of human health, and a new study published in the journal Nature provides compelling evidence that RNA could be a promising pharmacological target.

1 Apr 2022

Researchers show how proteins form DNA-repair mechanism in living bacteria

Two recent research have shown a completely new perspective of how bacterial cells repair broken parts of their DNA (lesions).

From New York University (NYU) 1 Apr 2022

Duplicate genes in plant genomes, an eye-opener for crop development plans

When plant geneticists discover a gene that boosts crop yields, they want to see if they can replicate the effect in other crops.

1 Apr 2022

Researchers discover abnormal gene mutations that lead to cancer development

The reason why the control centers, or nuclei, of certain blood cancer cells, have a peculiar structure is still a mystery.

1 Apr 2022

Research highlights the factors needed to reprogramme naïve pluripotent stem cells

Following a genome-wide functional screen, scientists from the Babraham Institute’s Epigenetics research department were able to learn more about naïve stem cell reprogramming.

1 Apr 2022

Researchers discover a novel pathway for DNA transfer in the tumor microenvironment

Scientists from the University of Notre Dame have found a new way for tumor cells to transmit genetic material to other cells in their microenvironment, allowing cancer to spread.

1 Apr 2022

Study reveals genetically driven mucus pathobiology in asthma

A significant amount of genetic risk for asthma is likely mediated through altered gene expression within the airway epithelium.

29 Mar 2022

Salmonella strains in birds do not harbor antimicrobial-resistance genes, study finds

Although many wild birds carry Salmonella, the strains of the bacteria they convey usually do not harbor antimicrobial-resistance genes, according to Penn State researchers, who led a team conducting a new, nationwide study.

From Penn State University 24 Mar 2022

New long-lived biological computers could potentially persist inside cells

Tiny biological computers made of DNA could revolutionize the way we diagnose and treat a slew of diseases, once the technology is fully fleshed out.

From National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 24 Mar 2022

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Researchers identify specific genes that cause schizophrenia

Researchers identify a large number of specific genes associated with schizophrenia

New technique helps rewind the cellular biological clock by around 30 years

Study sheds light on genetic causes of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias

Study discovers links between DNA methylation and gene expression in children

Researchers discover 15 genetic 'hotspots' that speed up or slow down brain aging

Biologists unravel the mystery behind nuclear anomaly in blood cancer cells

Researchers employ CRISPR gene-editing technology in human blood to cure HIV

Scientists produce the first complete, gapless sequence of a human genome

Noncoding DNA mutations prevent the brain from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Lifebit; Making Biomedical Data Accessible

RNA targeted by small molecule drugs, likely to create new pathways for disease treatment

Researchers show how proteins form DNA-repair mechanism in living bacteria

Duplicate genes in plant genomes, an eye-opener for crop development plans

Researchers discover abnormal gene mutations that lead to cancer development

Research highlights the factors needed to reprogramme naïve pluripotent stem cells

Researchers discover a novel pathway for DNA transfer in the tumor microenvironment

Study reveals genetically driven mucus pathobiology in asthma

Salmonella strains in birds do not harbor antimicrobial-resistance genes, study finds

New long-lived biological computers could potentially persist inside cells

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