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Ancient and historical DNA data likely to guide conservation efforts

According to a recent study performed by Newcastle University, using ancient and historical DNA data might guide conservation efforts.

From Newcastle University 21 Feb 2022

Experts identify critical genes that cause coronary heart disease and trigger heart attacks

Recent research identified the major genes involved in coronary heart disease and cardiac arrest.

21 Feb 2022

Study discovers common genetic factors between depression and Alzheimer’s disease

Recent research discovered common genetic factors between depression and AD.

18 Feb 2022

Novel tool for genome-wide design, evaluation of gRNA sequences for CRISPR experiments

Commercially viable biofuel crops are vital to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and a new tool developed by the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation should accelerate their development -; as well as genetic editing advances overall.

18 Feb 2022

Analysis reveals novel insights into Indian genetic heritage of people living in present-day Thailand

A new genetic analysis reveals novel insights into the genetic heritage of people living in Thailand in the present day, which suggest the potential importance of past migrations in spreading Indian culture to the region.

18 Feb 2022

Why is it Important to have Diverse Genomics Data in Science?

In this interview, we speak to Dr. Santiago Miriuka, CEO of MultiplAI Health, about the importance of having diverse genomics data in research.

From MultiplAI Health 17 Feb 2022

Novel plant-based platform to bolster KODA production

KODA, an agrochemical produced in extremely low amounts, which helps plants cope with environmental stressors, has been the subject of extensive research.

17 Feb 2022

CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene editing is now feasible in ticks

Researchers have successfully used CRISPR-Cas9 to edit the genomes of the black-legged tick. To accomplish this feat, they developed an embryo injection protocol that overcame a major barrier in the field.

17 Feb 2022

Study reveals physico-chemical nature of xylem barriers that confer bacterial wilt resistance

A new work led by Núria Sánchez Coll, CSIC researcher at the Centre for Research in Agricultural Genomics, elucidates how tomato plant varieties resistant to the bacterial wilt pathogen Ralstonia solanacearum have the ability to restrict bacterial movement in the plant.

17 Feb 2022

New study calls for the need of additional immunogenetic research in diverse populations

Humans and their pathogens interact in a complex way, resulting in disease and health.

16 Feb 2022

Researchers develop and demonstrate new procedure for controlling directed evolution

A new procedure for controlling directed evolution in bacteria is developed and demonstrated by scientists at North Carolina State University.

16 Feb 2022

UCI biologists discover how a gene variant protects against Alzheimer's disease

While the word "mutation" may conjure up alarming notions, a mutation in brain immune cells serves a positive role in protecting people against Alzheimer's disease.

15 Feb 2022

New methodology for 'compressing' extensive genetic data libraries to more manageable sizes

In image compression, a large file that could be cumbersome to store or share loses a small amount of visual information.

From Penn State University 15 Feb 2022

Researchers develop first genetic database of the Salvadoran people

El Salvador, like other Central American countries, has suffered repression and human rights violations ever since colonial times. Indeed, social injustice in the country persisted and was a major trigger of the 1980-1992 armed conflict.

15 Feb 2022

Genetic testing helps uncover the international criminal networks behind ivory trafficking

A team led by scientists at the University of Washington and special agents with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has used genetic testing of ivory shipments seized by law enforcement to uncover the international criminal networks behind ivory trafficking out of Africa.

15 Feb 2022

Genomics

Ancient and historical DNA data likely to guide conservation efforts

Experts identify critical genes that cause coronary heart disease and trigger heart attacks

Study discovers common genetic factors between depression and Alzheimer’s disease

Novel tool for genome-wide design, evaluation of gRNA sequences for CRISPR experiments

Analysis reveals novel insights into Indian genetic heritage of people living in present-day Thailand

Why is it Important to have Diverse Genomics Data in Science?

Novel plant-based platform to bolster KODA production

CRISPR/Cas9-mediated gene editing is now feasible in ticks

Study reveals physico-chemical nature of xylem barriers that confer bacterial wilt resistance

New study calls for the need of additional immunogenetic research in diverse populations

Researchers develop and demonstrate new procedure for controlling directed evolution

UCI biologists discover how a gene variant protects against Alzheimer's disease

New methodology for 'compressing' extensive genetic data libraries to more manageable sizes

Researchers develop first genetic database of the Salvadoran people

Genetic testing helps uncover the international criminal networks behind ivory trafficking

Could DNA from Air Help us to Measure Animal Biodiversity?

Programming DNA Robots to Prod Cell Membranes

Genetic mutation introduced into human genome protects against Alzheimer’s disease, research says

Study creates a new wheat mutant with resistance to disease

Research shows how genetically modified crops may help cut down greenhouse gas emissions

Expert Insights: HiMedia Labs on Advancing Nucleic Acid Extraction Across Industries

Quorum Bio: Where Synthetic Biology Meets Sustainable Farming

Diagnostic Biochips: Pioneering Brain Research Tools for the Future

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