Genetics and Genomics News and Research

Latest Genetics and Genomics News and Research

The Promise of siRNA Nanomedicine for HIV Treatment

Society learned about the usefulness of mRNA during the COVID-19 pandemic when scientists and medical professionals leveraged its power to deliver a vaccine for the virus within a year.

21 Feb 2024

MIP Discovery Closes £7M Series a Financing to Drive Commercialization in Cell and Gene Therapy Space

MIP Discovery, an innovative developer of non-biological affinity reagents designed to accelerate the development and production of cell and gene therapies, today announced it has closed a £7 million GBP (~$9 million USD) Series A financing round, led by Mercia Ventures.

21 Feb 2024

Genetic Clusters Linked to Type 2 Diabetes and Complications

The relationship between genetic variations and disease in order to create novel medications and therapies.

20 Feb 2024

Investigating the Link Between Metabolism and Intestinal Development

Intestines can reach a length of 15 feet or more; how does it fit within human bodies properly? The gut tube dramatically loops and rotates to bundle the extending intestine as the digestive system grows. Intestinal malrotation is a common, but poorly understood, birth defect caused by the failure of the gut to rotate correctly during development.

20 Feb 2024

Unveiling the Mysteries of Life with Imageomics

According to one of the founders of the discipline, Imageomics, a burgeoning field of science, has made remarkable strides over the past year and stands at the precipice of significant breakthroughs in understanding life on Earth.

19 Feb 2024

Bulls Guide Research into Male Fertility Genetics

One in eight couples worldwide are unable to conceive within a year, or lifelong due to infertility, making it a common issue.

19 Feb 2024

The Surprising Link Between Tea Quality and Root Bacteria

The type of tea used to make a fine cup of tea will significantly impact its flavor. However, a study published in the journal Current Biology reveals that the collection of bacteria found on tea roots is another essential component needed to make a great cup of tea.

16 Feb 2024

The Role of Ancient Retroviruses in Vertebrate Brain Evolution

According to a study published in the journal Cell, ancient viruses may have contributed to the development of myelin and, consequently, the large, complex brains.

16 Feb 2024

Telomerase's Double-Edged Sword: Preventing DNA Repair Mishaps

The natural ends of chromosomes appear alarmingly like broken DNA, much as a snapped spaghetti strand is difficult to distinguish from its intact counterparts.

16 Feb 2024

Rare Lipid Identified as Key Driver of Ferroptosis

Columbia researchers have found that a rare type of lipid is a key driver of ferroptosis, a form of cell death discovered by Columbia professor Brent Stockwell.

16 Feb 2024

Researchers Identify Genes Linked to Genomic Instability and DNA Damage

More than one hundred key genes linked to DNA damage have been uncovered through systematic screening of nearly 1,000 genetically modified mouse lines, in a new study published today (14 February) in Nature.

16 Feb 2024

New Understanding of DNA Damage and Disease Risk

Researchers identified 145 genes that are essential for the health of the genome and potential treatments for human genomic disorders.

15 Feb 2024

Unraveling Lenacapavir's Impact on the HIV Life Cycle

A new anti-retroviral medication for the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections was licensed by the US Food and Drug Administration and the European Union just over a year ago.

14 Feb 2024

Study Identifies Link Between Gut Microbiome Composition and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by decreased social communication and repetitive behaviors, has long intrigued scientists seeking to unravel its underlying mechanisms.

14 Feb 2024

Hi-C Sequencing Unveils Phage-Host Dynamics in Soil Ecosystems

Bacteriophages-;viruses that infect bacteria-;are common in soil ecosystems.

14 Feb 2024

ReSisTrace: Unveiling Pre-Existing Treatment Resistance in Cancer Cells

In many cancers, such as ovarian cancer, each round of chemotherapy kills the majority of cancer cells, while a small population of them survives through treatment.

14 Feb 2024

Unleashing the Potential of CRISPR-COPIES

The last ten years have seen tremendous advancements in CRISPR/Cas systems. These precise genome editing tools can be used for more than just gene therapy and transgenic crop development.

13 Feb 2024

New CRISPR-Based Test Detects Mpox Faster

A rare viral illness called mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is transmitted by direct physical contact between individuals.

12 Feb 2024

APOE4's Influence on Lipid Droplets in Brain Cells

The largest genetic risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer's disease is apolipoprotein E (APOE), and researchers Sarah Cohen, PhD, and Ian Windham, a former PhD student from the Cohen group, have made a novel discovery about this protein.

12 Feb 2024

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