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New method to analyze the genomes of museum specimens

Natural history collections exhibit museum specimens that hold a wealth of underused genetic information because their DNA is poorly preserved.

16 Jul 2021

A new article suggests robotic-based farming relies on current choices to determine whether the future is a utopia or a dystopia

Robots carry out many agricultural tasks, and the future of farming is likely going to rely even more heavily upon robots.

13 Jul 2021

Emerging variants of COVID-19 could be treated with a new anticoagulant drug

The capacity of the COVID-19 virus’s spikes to bind to human cells may be hampered by molecules from the same family as the anticoagulant medication heparin.

9 Jul 2021

Rapid, inexpensive technique helps search large DNA databases

Computer scientists are deploying RAMBO to help genomic researchers who at times wait for days for search results from large DNA databases.

30 Jun 2021

Deep machine learning adds to the knowledge of one million molecules’ bioactivity

The Structural Bioinformatics and Network Biology team at IRB Barcelona has developed a tool that predicts the biological activity of chemical compounds.

30 Jun 2021

Presence of certain stem cells correlates with non-genetic resistance mechanisms to cancer drugs

Cancer cells can develop resistance to therapy through both genetic and non-genetic mechanisms. But it is unclear how and why one of these routes to resistance prevails.

18 Jun 2021

New understanding of the molecular basis behind continuous stem cell activity in plants

An inter-university research group has succeeded in constructing the gene expression network behind the vascular development process in plants. They achieved this by performing bioinformatics analysis using the 'VISUAL' tissue culture platform, which generates vascular stem cells from leaf cells.

11 Jun 2021

Study reveals key molecule involved in myelin repair

New research works indicate that new brain cells are continuously formed in response to physical exercise, injury, and mental stimulation.

9 Jun 2021

Study explores how the microbiome could be manipulated for good

There's a lot of interest right now in how different microbiomes--like the one made up of all the bacteria in our guts--could be harnessed to boost human health and cure disease. But Daniel Segrè has set his sights on a much more ambitious vision for how the microbiome could be manipulated for good: "To help sustain our planet, not just our own health."

7 Jun 2021

Study describes the impact of DNA methylation on the 3D structure of genome

Although all cells in an organism share the same DNA sequence, their shapes, roles, and even lifespans differ drastically.

4 Jun 2021

New method can help diagnose unsolved cases of rare diseases across Europe

Experts in rare diseases have recently described the results of a collaboration to diagnose individuals living with unsolved cases of rare disorders throughout Europe.

3 Jun 2021

New study on genotype-phenotype associations sheds light on human complex traits, diseases

A new study analyzing the association between an individual's genetics (genotype) and their observable characteristics resulting from the interaction of genetics and the environment (phenotype), contributes new knowledge to the understanding of human complex traits and diseases.

2 Jun 2021

New software tool detects, evaluates, and quantifies off-target editing activity

CRISPR technology enables researchers to edit genomes by modifying DNA sequences and hence gene function.

27 May 2021

Scientists discover genes responsible for smoking-related decline in lung function

(Boston)--Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a disease caused by cigarette smoking that reduces lung function and causes difficulty breathing.

12 May 2021

Study finds raised levels of specific immune cells in asymptomatic people with COVID-19

The largest study of its type in the UK has identified differences in the immune response to COVID-19, between people with no symptoms, compared to those suffering a more serious reaction to the virus.

21 Apr 2021

Scientists identify the odorants responsible for off-flavor-tainted cocoa

Musty, moldy, smoky or horse dung-like smelling cocoa is not suitable for chocolate production. As part of a larger research project, a team of scientists led by Martin Steinhaus from the Leibniz Institute for Food Systems Biology at the Technical University of Munich has identified the odorants responsible for such off-flavors.

21 Apr 2021

Study: Interaction between distant parts of RNA can regulate gene expression

Russian researchers have now investigated the role of double-stranded fragments of the maturing RNA and demonstrated that the interaction between faraway parts of the RNA can control gene expression.

20 Apr 2021

“Expansion Hunter” approach can detect DNA errors

Researchers from Radboud University Medical Center have successfully detected hidden genetic defects by using an existing technique on existing datasets. The team demonstrated that the “Expansion Hunter” approach can detect DNA errors that cause repeat expansion diseases, like ataxia—a movement disorder.

16 Apr 2021

INRS professor receives $700,000 for research on bacteria of the nasopharynx

Professor Frédéric Veyrier of the Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) has received $711,450 from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) for a project on bacteria of the nasopharynx, including Neisseria.

16 Apr 2021

Air pollution may increase chance of hospitalization for COVID-19 patients

Patients who have preexisting respiratory conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and live in areas with high levels of air pollution have a greater chance of hospitalization if they contract COVID-19, says a University of Cincinnati researcher.

15 Apr 2021

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Latest Lab Automation and Bioinformatics News and Research

New method to analyze the genomes of museum specimens

A new article suggests robotic-based farming relies on current choices to determine whether the future is a utopia or a dystopia

Emerging variants of COVID-19 could be treated with a new anticoagulant drug

Rapid, inexpensive technique helps search large DNA databases

Deep machine learning adds to the knowledge of one million molecules’ bioactivity

Presence of certain stem cells correlates with non-genetic resistance mechanisms to cancer drugs

New understanding of the molecular basis behind continuous stem cell activity in plants

Study reveals key molecule involved in myelin repair

Study explores how the microbiome could be manipulated for good

Study describes the impact of DNA methylation on the 3D structure of genome

New method can help diagnose unsolved cases of rare diseases across Europe

New study on genotype-phenotype associations sheds light on human complex traits, diseases

New software tool detects, evaluates, and quantifies off-target editing activity

Scientists discover genes responsible for smoking-related decline in lung function

Study finds raised levels of specific immune cells in asymptomatic people with COVID-19

Scientists identify the odorants responsible for off-flavor-tainted cocoa

Study: Interaction between distant parts of RNA can regulate gene expression

“Expansion Hunter” approach can detect DNA errors

INRS professor receives $700,000 for research on bacteria of the nasopharynx

Air pollution may increase chance of hospitalization for COVID-19 patients

'Switching on' Sight using Gene Therapy

Digital Drone: New Technology to Improve Crop Yields

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