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Unlocking RNA Secrets: New Method Exposes Gene Expression's Hidden Hurdles

A new study demonstrates that a method may identify, for the first time, the frequency and precise location of a molecular occurrence known as "backtracking" across the genetic material (genome) of any species.

12 Feb 2024

Relation Between Faulty DNA Disposal System and Inflammation

The path from mitochondrial stress to leaking endosomes to immune system initiation in mouse cells is outlined by Salk scientists, providing new therapeutic targets to potentially reduce inflammation in aging and disease.

12 Feb 2024

Dr. Bartek Rajwa of Purdue University Named Editor-in-Chief of “Cytometry Part A” Journal by the International Society for Advancement of Cytometry

The International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Bartek Rajwa as the new Editor-in-Chief of “Cytometry Part A – the Journal of Quantitative Cell Science.”

10 Feb 2024

GWAS Identifies Key Genetic Factors for Lassa Fever Susceptibility and Severity

While combing through the human genome in 2007, computational geneticist Pardis Sabeti made a discovery that would transform her research career.

9 Feb 2024

New Research Sheds Light on Divergent Roles of Paralogous RNA Helicases

Genetic expression, often leading to protein synthesis, requires a complex coordination of molecular machinery across several stages.

9 Feb 2024

Newly Found Memory B Cell Remembers Allergies

A new cell that remembers allergies has been discovered by researchers from McMaster University and the Danish pharmaceutical company ALK-Abello A/S.

8 Feb 2024

Safer and More Effective Cell Therapy for Spinal Cord Injuries

For patients with spinal cord injuries, a small gadget developed by researchers at MIT and the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology may help to increase the efficacy and safety of cell therapy treatments.

8 Feb 2024

Accelerating Genetic Research - The Story Behind One-pot DTECT

Dr Pierre Billon, PhD, grew increasingly frustrated with the lengthy turnaround times and high costs associated with obtaining genetic analysis from specialized private laboratories

8 Feb 2024

The Influence of Smells on Rapid Decision-Making

Researchers discover important hippocampal cells that might be involved in making snap decisions.

7 Feb 2024

Understanding T Cell Responses to Tuberculosis Infection

Researchers find promising targets for a tuberculosis vaccine and medication by monitoring T cell activity.

7 Feb 2024

Scientists Predict DNA Mutations Causing Extra Fingers, Hearts

Our genomes provide the instructions for proper growth and development. Millions of genomic switches, known as enhancers, control the location and timing of gene expression, which in turn ensures the correct proteins are made in the right cells at the right time throughout our lives.

7 Feb 2024

New DNA Methylation-Based Analysis Provides Accurate Assessment of Pancreas Cell Composition

Research introduces new DNA methylation-based method for accurately assessing cell composition in the human pancreas, addressing a critical gap in diabetes research.

7 Feb 2024

Plant Study Reveals Novel Mechanism for Coordinating Cellular Responses to Stress

A team of researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst recently published a pioneering study that answers a central question in biology: how do organisms rally a wide range of cellular processes when they encounter a change-;either internally or in the external environment-;to thrive in good times or survive the bad times?

7 Feb 2024