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New Computational Approach Efficiently Identifies Optimal Genetic Perturbations

A strategy for cellular reprogramming involves using targeted genetic interventions to engineer a cell into a new state.

3 Oct 2023

Female Fruit Flies Prioritize Both Genetic Quality and Compatibility When Mating

Genetic quality or genetic compatibility? What do female fruit flies prioritize when mating? Researchers at the University of Zurich show that both factors are important at different stages of the reproductive process and that females use targeted strategies to optimize the fitness of their offspring.

3 Oct 2023

Wildling Mice With High Microbial Exposure can Develop Allergies

The notion that some level of microbial exposure might reduce our risk of developing allergies has arisen over the last few decades and has been termed the hygiene hypothesis.

3 Oct 2023

Study Reveals the Genetic Basis of Adaptation in Darwin's Finches

An international team of researchers has released a landmark study on contemporary evolutionary change in natural populations.

3 Oct 2023

New Synthetic Biology Approach Offers Promise for Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers at the University of Cologne's CECAD Cluster of Excellence for Aging Research and the CEPLAS Cluster of Excellence for Plant Sciences have found a promising synthetic plant biology approach for the development of a therapy to treat human neurodegenerative diseases, especially Huntington's disease.

3 Oct 2023

Living Model of Human Liver Offers Help in Combating Liver Diseases

Fatty liver disease is on the rise worldwide, affecting up to 30% of people in Western countries. In addition to drinking, obesity and diabetes are major risk factors.

3 Oct 2023

New Insights into the Role of Intrinsically Disordered Regions in Chromatin Biology

According to textbooks, proteins work by folding into stable 3D shapes that, like Lego blocks, precisely fit with other biomolecules.

3 Oct 2023

Genomic Characterization of Shewanella Oneidensis to Replace Harsh Chemical Processing

Rare earth elements are used to power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and cell phones. These metals must be extracted from raw ore using acids and solvents.

3 Oct 2023

Gut Microbes Key to Alleviating Canine Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Researchers at Oregon State University – Cascades have led a study that suggests gut microbes discovered in wild wolves could hold the solution to relieving a prevalent gastrointestinal ailment in domestic dogs.

3 Oct 2023

Understanding How Antibiotic Resistance Occurs in Pneumonia

Scientists at the University of Sheffield have uncovered an evolutionary gateway that enables pneumonia cells to develop resistance to antibiotics.

3 Oct 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

Washing Habits Can Change Skin Microbiome and Affect Skin Health

A recent study conducted by researchers at George Washington University suggests that maintaining cleanliness behind the ears and between the toes can contribute to healthier skin in these areas.

29 Sep 2023

Identifying Genetic Differences Underlying Pollination Syndromes in Wildflowers

Recent research led by Carolyn Wessinger at the University of South Carolina, USA, and colleagues discovered that substantial variations in flower traits among wildflowers, driven by different pollinators, can be attributed to a select set of crucial genetic distinctions.

29 Sep 2023

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New Computational Approach Efficiently Identifies Optimal Genetic Perturbations

Female Fruit Flies Prioritize Both Genetic Quality and Compatibility When Mating

Wildling Mice With High Microbial Exposure can Develop Allergies

Study Reveals the Genetic Basis of Adaptation in Darwin's Finches

New Synthetic Biology Approach Offers Promise for Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Living Model of Human Liver Offers Help in Combating Liver Diseases

New Insights into the Role of Intrinsically Disordered Regions in Chromatin Biology

Genomic Characterization of Shewanella Oneidensis to Replace Harsh Chemical Processing

Gut Microbes Key to Alleviating Canine Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Understanding How Antibiotic Resistance Occurs in Pneumonia

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

Washing Habits Can Change Skin Microbiome and Affect Skin Health

Identifying Genetic Differences Underlying Pollination Syndromes in Wildflowers

Scientists Explain How Enhancer Reprogramming Promotes Tumor Cell Growth

Researchers Find Potential DNA Remains in Fossil Turtle

Modifying/Shredding RNA with Small 3D CRISPR Model

Improving the Efficiency of Gene Delivery to the Brain

Sushi, A Fresh Feast or Hidden Health Hazard?

New Method Reveals Unprecedented Detail of Coral Biochemistry

A High-Resolution Glimpse into Peroxisomal Processes

The Last Piece of Our Genome: Sequencing the Y Chromosome

Understanding the Importance of Entrepreneurship in the Life Sciences Community

Supporting Informed Decisions on Malaria Biocontrol Interventions

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