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Omicron's Cellular Senescence May Explain Cytokine Storms and Long-COVID

A new research paper was published on the cover of Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 23, entitled, "Uncovering a unique pathogenic mechanism of SARS-CoV-2 omicron variant: selective induction of cellular senescence."

18 Dec 2023

NTNU Develops Dual-Mechanism Antibiotic Strategy to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

NTNU has developed a promising antibiotic candidate against MRSA. Behind the discovery lies a methodology that may be important in the fight against antimicrobial resistance.

18 Dec 2023

Non-Invasive Early Cancer Detection Using Chromatin Signatures in Mononuclear Blood Cells

Blood cells reveal tumors in the body. Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute achieve an advance with the development of a test for early diagnosis of cancer.

18 Dec 2023

Arabidopsis thaliana’s Pioneering Role in Complete Genome Sequencing

Arabidopsis thaliana, a globally cultivated species for genetic research, achieved the milestone of being the first plant to undergo complete genome sequencing.

18 Dec 2023

Revealing the Molecular Machinery of Virus Warriors Against Bacterial Infections

The term “virus” is frequently linked with negative implications. Nevertheless, it is crucial to recognize that not all viruses are detrimental.

18 Dec 2023

Exploring the Effects of Vascularization Strategies on Brain Organoids

Researchers at Waseda University led by Assistant Professor Kosuke Kataoka, have uncovered crucial insights into brain organoids' development.

18 Dec 2023

Exploring the Role of Facilitators in Gene Expression

A study conducted by the Laboratory of Gene Regulation at the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, headed by Professor Doug Higgs and Dr Mira Kassouf, has been published in the journal Cell.

15 Dec 2023

Innovative Machine Learning Tool Predicts Functional Consequences of Genetic Variants

In a recent research, scientists from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai unveiled LoGoFunc, an innovative computational tool designed to forecast both pathogenic gain- and loss-of-function variants throughout the genome.

15 Dec 2023

Study Delves into the Transmission of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Cockroaches

A recent study delves into the transmission of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among cockroaches, shedding light on potential implications for AMR transmission in humans.

15 Dec 2023

Scientists Crack the Code for Artificial DNA

The genetic code is composed of just four letters representing the four nucleotides, which are the fundamental building blocks of DNA.

14 Dec 2023

Molecular Blueprint for Understanding Brain Function

For the very first time, a global team of researchers has successfully crafted a comprehensive cell atlas for an entire mammalian brain.

14 Dec 2023

Gladstone Scientists Create Intricate Map of Human T Cell Function With Base Editing

In a study of historic scale, scientists at Gladstone Institutes have created an intricate map of how the immune system functions, examining the detailed molecular structures governing human T cells using the next-generation CRISPR tool known as base editing.

14 Dec 2023

Shedding Light on the Brain's Reward System

A new study provides deeper insights into how the brain learns and adapts through trial and error, whether a scientist or a pup.

14 Dec 2023

Light Sensing Helps Bacteria Survive Daily Environmental Shifts

Scientists know that many bacteria have proteins that give them the ability to sense light. This ability helps some bacteria use light for energy.

14 Dec 2023

From Mice to Men: New Studies Bridge the Gap in Brain Cell Gene Expression Across Species

Despite all our cells sharing the same DNA, there are thousands of different cell types in the human brain, each with a unique structure and function.

14 Dec 2023

NSF Funds IWGSC Project to Sequence Ancient Bread Wheat Genomes for Improved Traits

The International Wheat Genome Sequencing Consortium (IWGSC) is starting a two-year project, with funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), to mine an untapped genetic resource for wheat improvement by sequencing the genomes of ancient varieties representing the worldwide diversity of bread wheat.

14 Dec 2023

Genetics and Genomics News and Research

Latest Genetics and Genomics News and Research

Omicron's Cellular Senescence May Explain Cytokine Storms and Long-COVID

NTNU Develops Dual-Mechanism Antibiotic Strategy to Combat Antimicrobial Resistance

Non-Invasive Early Cancer Detection Using Chromatin Signatures in Mononuclear Blood Cells

Arabidopsis thaliana’s Pioneering Role in Complete Genome Sequencing

Revealing the Molecular Machinery of Virus Warriors Against Bacterial Infections

Exploring the Effects of Vascularization Strategies on Brain Organoids

Exploring the Role of Facilitators in Gene Expression

Innovative Machine Learning Tool Predicts Functional Consequences of Genetic Variants

Study Delves into the Transmission of Antimicrobial Resistance Among Cockroaches

Scientists Crack the Code for Artificial DNA

Molecular Blueprint for Understanding Brain Function

Gladstone Scientists Create Intricate Map of Human T Cell Function With Base Editing

Shedding Light on the Brain's Reward System

Light Sensing Helps Bacteria Survive Daily Environmental Shifts

From Mice to Men: New Studies Bridge the Gap in Brain Cell Gene Expression Across Species

NSF Funds IWGSC Project to Sequence Ancient Bread Wheat Genomes for Improved Traits

Epigenetic Changes in Insulin-Producing Cells Linked to Type 2 Diabetes Onset

CRISPR Takes Probiotics to the Next Level

Understudied Brain Cell Holds Key to Glioblastoma's Immunotherapy Resistance

The Evolving Landscape of Consciousness Studies

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