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Revolutionary Model Identifies Tumor-Fighting Immune Cells in Lung Cancer

Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center and Bloomberg~Kimmel Institute for Cancer Immunotherapy have developed a computer model to help scientists identify tumor-fighting immune cells in patients with lung cancer treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors.

4 Feb 2025

Arabidopsis Study Finds that Centromeres Call the Shots in Retrotransposon Integration

Centromeres play a crucial role in cell division, with CENH3 guiding retrotransposon Tal1 integration, revealing insights into genome evolution and stability.

10 Jan 2025

Amborella trichopoda sheds light on ZW sex chromosome evolution in angiosperm plants

A recent study characterizes the ZW sex chromosomes in Amborella trichopoda, revealing insights into sex determination and early evolutionary dynamics in plants.

4 Dec 2024

Dovetail Genomics Launches LinkPrep Technology for Enhanced Genetic Variant Discovery

Dovetail Genomics, a leading innovator in genomic solutions, today announces the commercial launch of its LinkPrep™ technology for genetic variant detection at American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) conference.

4 Nov 2024

New Study Links Cannabis Use to DNA Methylation Changes in Mental Health Pathways

Research reveals that frequent high-potency cannabis use alters DNA methylation, affecting mitochondrial and immune genes, with implications for mental health.

25 Oct 2024

New study reveals hidden diversity of acetic acid bacteria in the sourdough microbiome

Biologists have sequenced various acetic acid bacterial genomes to understand their genomic diversity, function, and ecology in the sourdough microbiome.

10 Oct 2024

New Insights into U1 Snrnp Functions in Plant Splicing Mechanisms Using Arabidopsis

U1 snRNP interactions in Arabidopsis highlight its dual role in splicing and mRNA regulation, essential for maintaining transcript integrity and growth.

2 Oct 2024

New SPARXS Technique Revolutionizes DNA Sequence Analysis

"DNA, RNA and proteins are the key players to regulate all processes in the cells of our body," Leiden Professor John van Noort explains. "To understand the (mis-)functioning of these molecules, it is essential to uncover how their 3D structure depends on their sequence and for this it is necessary to measure them one molecule at a time. However, single-molecule measurements are laborious and slow, and the number of possible sequence variations is massive."

23 Aug 2024

High-Resolution Spatial Transcriptomics at Lower Cost

A novel spatial transcriptomics method that could revolutionize tissue sample gene expression profiling.

7 Aug 2024

SPT Labtech Brings the Power of Miniaturization to More Genomics Researchers with mosquito® Gen3

SPT Labtech, a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of automated instrumentation and consumables for life science applications, has expanded its nanoliter liquid handling portfolio with the launch of mosquito Gen3.

From SPT Labtech 12 Jun 2024

Genetic Insights: Safflower Genome Assembly Unlocks Key Traits for Crop Improvement

A research team completes a high-quality chromosome-scale assembly of the 'Chuanhonghua 1' safflower genome.

30 Apr 2024

Genome Assemblies of Musa ornata and Musa velutina Unveil Insights Into Banana Biology

The genus Musa, encompassing approximately 70 herbaceous species, is predominantly found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia and Oceania.

26 Apr 2024

Canadian-Led Study Identifies Genetic Links to Cerebral Palsy

A Canadian-led study has identified genes which may be partially responsible for the development of cerebral palsy.

29 Mar 2024

Nucleus Genomics Introduces DNA Analysis Product for Personalized Medicine

Nucleus Genomics, the next-generation genetic testing and analysis company, today announced the launch of its DNA analysis product to bring the benefits of personalized medicine to everyone.

26 Mar 2024

SPT Labtech to Co-Market Streamlined NGS Library Preparation Workflows for Both PCR and PCR-Free Applications with Roche

SPT Labtech, a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of automated instrumentation and consumables for life science applications, announces its co-marketing collaboration with Roche to deliver a streamlined method for Illumina-compatible Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) library preparation.

21 Mar 2024

The Evolution of Plant Cell Analysis with RevGel-seq Technique

Plant cell analysis has been completely transformed by recent advances in single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA), such as the recently created “RevGel-seq” technique.

13 Mar 2024

New State-of-the-Art Genomic Services Facility Opening in the UK

Azenta Life Sciences has selected Oxford, UK, a key European life sciences hub, as the location for its next GENEWIZ Multiomics and Synthesis Solutions site.

From Azenta Life Sciences 8 Dec 2023

Broken String Biosciences Strengthens Senior Leadership Team to Accelerate Product Development and Commercialization

Broken String Biosciences today announced the expansion of its senior leadership team with the appointments of Vincent Smith, PhD, as Chief Technology Officer and Jessica Rich as VP Business Development.

3 Oct 2023

Broken String Biosciences Closes $15M Series A Funding Round

Broken String Biosciences today announced that it has closed a $15 million Series A investment round, co-led by Illumina Ventures and Mérieux Equity Partners, with contributions from HERAN Partners, and existing investors Tencent and Dieter von Holtzbrinck Ventures.

19 Sep 2023

Illumina's Board Appoints Jacob Thaysen, Ph.D. as its New Chief Executive Officer

llumina today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Jacob Thaysen, Ph.D., as Chief Executive Officer, effective September 25, 2023.

5 Sep 2023