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Touch and sight are linked before birth

In embryonic stages, tactile stimuli simultaneously activate tactile and visual neural pathways. Shortly after birth, the superior colliculus separates these pathways, allowing separate processing of touch and vision.

SourceSpanish National Research Council (CSIC)·JournalScience·TypeNews article·DateAug 18, 2022

Lungless salamanders develop lungs as embryos despite lung loss in adults for millions of years

A new study reveals that four living amphibian clades, including the dominant Plethodontidae family of lungless salamanders, develop lungs as embryos but lose them as adults. This finding sheds light on the evolution of lung loss over millions of years and suggests that losing lungs may have enabled their remarkable evolutionary success.

SourceHarvard University, Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 17, 2022

Zooming in to get the full picture

Researchers have constructed the most complete single-cell map of fruit fly embryo development, enabling a continuous view of molecular changes driving embryonic development. This study provides a significant advance in understanding the complex process of embryogenesis and its relationship to gene regulation.

SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 4, 2022
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The beginning of life: The early embryo is in the driver's seat

Researchers using 'blastoids' - in vitro models of the blastocyst - discovered that early embryonic signals induce placental development and prepare the uterus. The findings may contribute to a better understanding of human fertility and potentially improve IVF procedures, fertility drugs, and contraceptives.

SourceIMBA- Institute of Molecular Biotechnology of the Austrian Academy of Sciences·JournalCell Stem Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 7, 2022

Developmentally arrested IVF embryos can be coaxed to divide

A new study published in PLOS Biology found that IVF embryos often undergo genetic and metabolic changes that inhibit development. The researchers discovered that certain embryos enter a senescent-like state, but treating them with resveratrol can help overcome this arrest and promote further development.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 30, 2022

How did vertebrates first evolve jaws?

Scientists studied embryonic development in fish and cartilaginous fish, revealing that the jaw shares a common developmental origin with the gill. The findings support the theory that the jaw evolved by modification of an ancestral gill, which was previously considered controversial.

SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 28, 2022
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Stem cells unraveled: We're one step closer to making organs in a dish

Researchers have discovered an alternative route that pluripotent and endoderm extra-embryonic stem cells can use to form intestinal organs in the lab. This finding could lead to improved cell development and potentially treat diseases, but further function testing is needed.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences·JournalNature Cell Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 14, 2022

Scientists discover gene plays critical role in embryo development

A new study identified the Cnpy4 gene as a crucial modulator of the Hedgehog signaling pathway, which regulates growth and development during embryonic stages. This discovery could lead to potential new treatments for cancers related to Hedgehog signaling and birth defects involving extra fingers or toes.

SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 24, 2022
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‘Roadmap’ tracks trajectories of embryo development

Researchers mapped the molecular changes that orchestrate embryonic mouse cell differentiation into diverse cell types. The study provides a roadmap of mouse embryogenesis, which will help researchers understand the molecular programs controlling cell emergence and tissue organ formation.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature Genetics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 14, 2022

Smoking before and after conception is linked to delayed embryonic development

A study published in Human Reproduction found that smoking by mothers during the periconceptional period is associated with delayed embryonic development, smaller foetuses at the 20-week ultrasound scan, and lower birth weights. The delay in embryonic development was found to have a greater impact in the second trimester of pregnancy.

SourceEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology·JournalHuman Reproduction·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 22, 2022
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When a protective gene buffers a bad one, a heart can beat

Scientists found a protective gene that counters a deleterious mutation causing atrial septal defects, allowing some people with the mutation to thrive. The discovery provides valuable clinical information for families affected by congenital heart disease.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalCell Reports Medicine·DateFeb 15, 2022

In world-first, Tel Aviv University researchers engineer human spinal cord implants for treating paralysis

Researchers from Tel Aviv University have engineered 3D human spinal cord tissues and implanted them in lab models with long-term chronic paralysis, resulting in an 80% success rate in restoring walking abilities. The team aims to conduct clinical trials in human patients within a few years to make the treatment commercially available.

SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalAdvanced Science·DateFeb 7, 2022

‘Lefty’ tightens control of embryonic development

Researchers at Rice University have discovered that the Lefty protein plays a crucial role in regulating Nodal signaling during embryonic development. By visualizing the interaction between Nodal and Lefty, they found that cells relay the signal to produce new Nodals, triggering a wave of differentiation. This study provides new insigh...

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 25, 2022
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Genes are switched on in the human embryo from the get-go

Researchers found hundreds of genes awaken in human one-cell embryos, remaining active until the four-to-eight cell stage. The study's findings could illuminate events that initiate cancer and provide new diagnostic opportunities.

SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalCell Stem Cell·DateDec 21, 2021

A missing genetic switch at the origin of malformations

Researchers from UNIGE found that a single missing genetic switch can lead to clubfoot and other malformations by disrupting cellular activation. The study highlights the crucial role of genetic switches in developmental disorders, suggesting that flaws in these mechanisms may be responsible for numerous malformations.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 13, 2021

Embryonic cells sense stiffness in order to form the face

Researchers at University College London discovered that embryonic cells can navigate towards harder regions using chemical and mechanical signals, guiding the formation of facial features. This breakthrough could help prevent birth defects and infant mortality by improving understanding of cell migration mechanisms.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2021

Nature or nurture: How does an animal get its microbiome?

Researchers have found that sharks acquire their microbiome through three methods: the mother passing on microbes to her offspring via egg case, social interactions with other sharks, and recruiting microbes from their environment. This study provides new insights into the development of animal microbiomes and their importance in under...

SourceMarine Biological Laboratory·JournalAnimal Microbiome·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2021

NSF grant supports study of cells’ early decisions

Researchers will investigate how cells collect and interpret signals to make differentiation decisions, using live cell imaging and mathematical frameworks. The goal is to reveal the mechanisms behind cells' earliest decisions and improve stem cell fate prediction.

SourceRice University·DateDec 7, 2021
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Building a human body through gastrulation

Researchers provide evidence that mammalian and avian primitive streaks evolved independently, using different mechanisms to form the body plan. They suggest alternative landmark for ethical oversight in human embryological research.

SourceKumamoto University·JournalScience·TypeSystematic review·DateDec 2, 2021

Gene regulation of the X chromosome during monkey development

Researchers from ASHBi at Kyoto University have made a breakthrough discovery on X-chromosome dosage compensation in monkeys. In contrast to mice, both X chromosomes are inactivated in female and male monkey embryos prior to implantation, but not after. This finding provides new insights into human embryonic development and may help ex...

SourceKyoto University·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 18, 2021

CNIC scientists identify the essential role of a gene in placental development

Researchers at CNIC have identified the essential role of GPR126 in placental development, revealing its critical function in fetal growth and viability. The study also highlights a possible link between GPR126 dysfunction and pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia.

SourceCentro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (F.S.P.)·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 12, 2021

Male-female differences in heart disease could start before birth

A team of scientists has discovered that male-female differences in protein expression occur immediately after embryonic cells become heart cells called cardiomyocytes. This finding provides new opportunities for research into cardiac disease and treatment, as well as advancing the biological study of sex differences.

SourceUniversity of North Carolina Health Care·JournalDevelopmental Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 20, 2021
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Mixing mineral and chemical sunscreens may limit protection against UVA

Researchers found that combining zinc oxide with small-molecule UV filter ingredients reduced UVA protection by 84.3-91.8% compared to non-mineral sunscreens. The study also showed toxic effects on zebra fish embryos when exposed to sunscreen mixtures containing zinc oxide.

SourceSpringer·JournalPhotochemical & Photobiological Sciences·DateOct 13, 2021

Stem cell model for early human embryo development

Researchers at KAUST have developed an in vitro model of early human embryogenesis using extended pluripotent stem cells, overcoming ethical concerns. The model, called EPS-blastoids, is a faithful representation of the earliest moments of human development and holds promise for studying developmental defects and regenerative medicine.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalCell Discovery·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 8, 2021

Now how did that get up there?

Researchers discovered three phases of growth that explain how cetaceans shift their nasal passage from a parallel to an angled orientation. This finding provides insight into the developmental process and could inform our understanding of cetacean evolution.

SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalJournal of Anatomy·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 5, 2021

New information on the early stages of human development – Basic research involving embryos provides a solid basis for developing better infertility treatments

Researchers at the University of Helsinki have identified short non-coding RNA molecules in human ova and embryos, shedding light on embryonic development. The study's findings may lead to improved infertility treatments and a deeper understanding of early miscarriages.

SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalGenome Research·DateAug 3, 2021
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An 'instruction' to the crocodylian skull

Scientists from St Petersburg University describe the detailed structure of crocodylian braincases, revealing evolutionary features that enabled powerful jaws. The study resolves long-standing contradictions in the genealogical tree of reptiles and sheds light on developmental mechanisms behind the akinetic skull structure.

SourceSt. Petersburg State University·JournalJournal of Anatomy·DateJul 6, 2021

Two emerging trends in treatment explain steady increase in IVF success rates

A large cohort study found that the transfer of embryos at the blastocyst stage and increasing use of embryo freezing are behind the improvements in IVF success rates. The study showed a significant increase in cumulative live birth rates over the decade, with single blastocyst transfers emerging as an increasing strategy.

SourceEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology·JournalHuman Reproduction·DateJun 29, 2021
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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AI and computer vision remove the need for cell biopsy in testing embryos

A new study suggests that AI can visually distinguish between euploid and aneuploid embryos based on their cell activity, potentially removing the need for cell biopsy in embryo testing. The AI-based system achieved 73% sensitivity and specificity in its results, offering a fast and economical alternative to current non-invasive methods.

SourceEuropean Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology·DateJun 28, 2021

CNIC scientists identify essential factors for limb formation

The study reveals that Meis transcription factors are crucial for the formation and antero-posterior patterning of limbs. Genetic deletion of all four family members showed that these proteins are essential for limb development.

SourceCentro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (F.S.P.)·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 3, 2021
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Advanced mouse embryos grown outside the uterus

Mouse embryos can now be grown outside the womb for up to six days, allowing researchers to observe early stages of development in unprecedented detail. The method, developed by Weizmann Institute of Science researchers, enables detailed study of embryonic development and potential insights into birth defects.

SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·JournalNature·DateMar 17, 2021

Scientists create model of an early human embryo from skin cells

An international team of scientists has generated a model of a human embryo from skin cells, called iBlastoids, which can be used to study the biology of early human embryos in the laboratory. The breakthrough allows for extensive study into causes of very early miscarriage and effects of toxins and drugs on early development.

SourceMonash University·JournalNature·DateMar 17, 2021

Embryonic tissue undergoes phase transition

Scientists discover a crucial phase of embryonic development in zebrafish where the solid-like tissue becomes fluid-like, leading to morphogenesis. The study reveals that this change is caused by a critical point in cell connectivity, similar to phase transitions in non-living systems.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalCell·DateMar 16, 2021
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Creating a ground plan for stonefly evolution

A team of researchers led by the University of Tsukuba examined five different stonefly species' eggs to understand their evolutionary relationships. They found that differences in egg structure, such as hard outer membranes and attachment structures, provided insight into the order's ground plan and evolutionary history.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalArthropod Structure & Development·DateDec 15, 2020

Embryonic development in a petri dish

A team of researchers has successfully grown structures similar to parts of a mouse embryo using a special gel and 3D cell culturing technique. This allows for the investigation of pharmacological agents on a scale that would not be possible in living organisms.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalScience·DateDec 10, 2020
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Mother's touch lingers in her child's genes

Australian researchers have discovered a protein called SMCHD1 involved in the 'imprinting' process, where mother's proteins linger in her child's genes and switch off at least 10 different genes. This phenomenon could potentially have a lifelong impact on the offspring.

SourceWalter and Eliza Hall Institute·DateNov 23, 2020

Organoids produce embryonic heart

Researchers from EPFL have successfully produced a mouse heart organoid in its early embryonic stages using mouse embryonic stem cells. The study mimics the early stages of heart development in the embryo, preserving crucial interactions necessary for embryonic organogenesis.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalCell Stem Cell·DateNov 10, 2020

Genetic disposition protects immune system from aging

Researchers found that the CRELD1 gene helps maintain immune function, and its low activity is linked to reduced T cell counts and increased risk of infections. The study aims to slow down immunological aging, potentially reducing illness risk in seniors.

SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalNature Immunology·DateNov 9, 2020
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Uncovering the clock that sets the speed of embryo development

Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute found the clock that sets the speed of embryonic development, discovering it's based on protein breakdown and replacement. Human motor neurons take twice as long to form as mouse motor neurons due to slower protein turnover.

SourceThe Francis Crick Institute·JournalScience·DateSep 17, 2020

Embryos taking shape via buckling

Researchers from UNIGE have successfully demonstrated that cellular tissues deform through buckling, a phenomenon that could be crucial for understanding embryo development. By recreating the process in vitro and analyzing the mechanical properties of artificial embryos, the team provided quantitative proof of the hypothesis.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalDevelopmental Cell·DateSep 14, 2020

Lungfish fins reveal how limbs evolved

A team of biologists has determined how limbs evolved from fins using embryos of the Australian lungfish. The study suggests that a primitive hand was present in lungfish fins but unique anatomy of limbs with digits only evolved during the rise of tetrapods through changes in embryonic development.

SourceUniversity of Konstanz·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 19, 2020

Cell diversity in the embryo

Researchers at Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics discovered that epigenetic regulators control the development of different tissues and organs in early mouse embryos. By analyzing thousands of individual cells, they found that specific regulators have unique functions in every cell, making them difficult to study.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·DateAug 4, 2020
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Abnormal cells in early-stage embryos might not preclude IVF success

Researchers found that 80% of embryos studied contained at least one aneuploid cell across all cell types and developmental stages. This suggests that embryos with abnormal cells may still develop into healthy pregnancies, challenging the current debate around IVF embryo selection.

SourceJohns Hopkins University·JournalGenome Research·DateJul 8, 2020

Spawning fish and embryos most vulnerable to climate's warming waters

A new study reveals that fish spawning and embryos are more susceptible to temperature changes than other life stages, with up to 60% of species at risk within a century. The findings highlight the critical importance of considering thermal bottlenecks across an organism's lifecycle in climate risk assessments.

SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateJul 2, 2020

Mothers ensure their offspring's success through epigenetics

Researchers found that a specific histone modification, H4K16ac, is essential for embryonic development and drives gene activation in fruit fly offspring. The study suggests that mothers pass this information to their children through epigenetic modifications.

SourceMax Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics·JournalCell·DateJun 4, 2020

New view on how tissues flow in the embryo

Scientists at Columbia University developed a new method to analyze cell shapes in fruit fly embryos, revealing that tissues can behave like fluids during rapid changes. By combining experimental studies with theoretical modeling, the team found that anisotropy plays a crucial role in predicting tissue flow and elongation.

SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 28, 2020
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