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New genetic culprit suspected in the onset of pancreatic cancer

Researchers at VCU Massey Cancer Center discovered the inactivation of NF1 as a potential genetic driver for pancreatic cancer. The study suggests that targeting NF1 could create vulnerabilities for therapeutic advantage in mutant KRAS-bearing tumors.

SourceVirginia Commonwealth University·JournalCell Reports·DateNov 30, 2022

New target in the fight against heart disease

Scientists at Medical College of Georgia discover a new target to intervene in coronary artery disease, the most common type of heart disease. The target is ATIC, a gene essential for purine production, which increases in response to arterial disease.

SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·JournalCirculation·DateNov 29, 2022
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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New CRISPR-based tool inserts large DNA sequences at desired sites in cells

The new PASTE tool combines precise targeting of CRISPR-Cas9 with integrases to insert large chunks of DNA into the genome without inducing double-stranded breaks. This approach holds promise for treating diseases with multiple mutations, such as cystic fibrosis, with high efficiency and minimal unwanted effects.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateNov 24, 2022

Powerful new tool to advance genomics, disease research

UVA researchers developed a new tool to analyze genetic data, reducing noise and bias in cancer diagnosis. The tool uses mathematical modeling to identify patterns in chromatin, helping scientists detect tiny numbers of disease cells.

SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateNov 22, 2022
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Brain cancer research draws support

Kevin McHugh, a Rice bioengineer, has received the Distinguished Scientist Award from The Sontag Foundation for his work on gene editing to defeat glioblastoma multiforme. His approach involves delivering gene therapy agents directly to tumor cells, aiming to improve survival and reduce side effects.

SourceRice University·DateNov 21, 2022

Faulty DNA repair may lead to BRCA-linked cancers

A new study by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators discovered that error-prone DNA replication and repair may lead to mutations and cancer in individuals with BRCA1 gene mutations. The team identified a faulty DNA repair mechanism called microhomology-mediated break-induced replication (MMBIR) as a key contributor to genomic instabili...

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalMolecular Cell·DateNov 15, 2022
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New quasiparticle discovered in moiré patterns

Scientists developed a novel exciton with intralayer charge-transfer characteristics in a moiré superlattice, exceeding conventional parameterized models. The discovery has potential applications in optical sensors and communication technology.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin, Texas Advanced Computing Center·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateNov 7, 2022
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In ironic twist, CRISPR system used to befuddle bacteria

Researchers at North Carolina State University developed a CRISPR-based system that uses engineered bacteriophages to deliver genetic payloads to specific bacteria, even in complex environments. This technology enables precise single-letter changes to the genome without double-strand DNA breakage.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 7, 2022

HUSHing repetitive-like elements contributes to normal brain development and function

The HUSH complex is involved in normal brain development, neuronal individuality, and connectivity. The complex also regulates repetitive-like gene clusters, including protocadherin gene clusters, which are essential for neuron-to-neuron interactions.

SourceIMBA- Institute of Molecular Biotechnology of the Austrian Academy of Sciences·JournalScience Advances·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 4, 2022

Identifying the underlying causes of ovarian cancer

Two new discoveries led by Cedars-Sinai Cancer investigators improve understanding of ovarian cancer's development and suggest personalized therapeutic approaches. They identified four new genetic regions linked to increased ovarian cancer risk and found that some tumors may develop resistance to chemotherapy from an early stage.

SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·JournalJNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute·DateNov 1, 2022
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Study: During pandemic, high blood pressure control declined

During the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, patients with hypertension took less frequent blood pressure measurements and reported higher readings. Blood pressure control worsened due to disruptions in healthcare access, including telemedicine and home monitoring.

SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·JournalHypertension·DateNov 1, 2022

Making glioblastoma more vulnerable to treatment

Researchers found that reducing SAMHD1 levels made brain tumor cells sensitive to chemotherapy drugs and slowed cell growth. They also suspect that glioblastoma alters SAMHD1's function to aid its own survival and treatment resistance.

SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·JournalCancers·DateNov 1, 2022

A new control system for synthetic genes

Researchers at MIT have developed a new control system for synthetic genes that can precisely regulate protein production in mammalian cells. The system uses CRISPR proteins to activate target genes and can be tuned to produce specific quantities of proteins, such as monoclonal antibodies.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 1, 2022
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Cedars-Sinai awarded $8 million to launch new stem cell clinic

The Alpha Stem Cell Clinic will develop preclinical studies into early and later phase clinical trials with the goal of establishing advanced regenerative medicine treatments. The clinic will also foster greater collaboration with eight similar clinics across the state and educate the public about stem cell and related therapies.

SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·DateNov 1, 2022

New computational method builds detailed maps of human tissues

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have developed a new computational method to map the architecture of human tissues in unprecedented detail. This approach enables powerful new diagnostic strategies for a wide range of diseases, including cancer and chronic conditions.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalNature Methods·DateOct 31, 2022

Synthetic genetic circuits reprogram plant roots

Researchers created predictable, novel expression patterns of fluorescent proteins using engineered gene circuits. They also redesigned root architecture by tuning the number of root branches using similar gene circuits.

SourceDOE/US Department of Energy·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 26, 2022

Researchers identify specific alterations in the BRAF gene that may affect response to treatment and survival in adult brain cancers

The study found that BRAF alterations, particularly Class I mutations like v600E, are associated with improved overall survival in adults with glioma. However, the effectiveness of targeted therapies depends on the specific type and combination of genetic alterations driving the cancer.

SourceEuropean Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 26, 2022
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Results revealed from phase I clinical trial of the first drug to successfully inhibit the MYC gene, which drives many common cancers

Researchers have found a drug that targets the key, cancer-causing gene MYC has been able to inhibit its function safely and effectively. Eight out of 12 patients showed stabilisation of disease after treatment with OMO-103, with one patient experiencing a reduction in tumour-derived DNA circulating in the blood stream.

SourceEuropean Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 25, 2022

Scientists pinpoint druggable target in aggressive breast cancer

Researchers at VCU Massey Cancer Center have identified a new therapeutic target for triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), a more aggressive and deadly form of disease. Using CRISPR/CAS9 screening, scientists pinpointed the UBA1 enzyme as an ideal target, which can be inhibited by the novel drug TAK-243 to effectively kill cancer cells.

SourceVirginia Commonwealth University·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateOct 25, 2022

UArizona researchers develop 'Goldilocks drug' to treat triple-negative breast cancer

Researchers have developed a drug compound that stops cancer cell growth in mice with little effect on normal healthy cells, making it potentially nontoxic for patients. The therapy targets the epidermal growth factor receptor gene, which is overexpressed in about half of all triple-negative breast cancer cases.

SourceUniversity of Arizona·JournalCancer Gene Therapy·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 25, 2022

Polynesian study yields new clues to genetic causes of high cholesterol

A genetic variant associated with low levels of HDL 'good' cholesterol and high triglycerides has been identified in Polynesian people. This discovery provides new insights into the genetic causes of high cholesterol and may lead to the development of more effective treatment options.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalHuman Genetics and Genomics Advances·DateOct 20, 2022

Discovery of 119-million-year-old selfish genes in yeast potentially alters our understanding of how parasitic DNA impacts genome evolution

Researchers have discovered a family of selfish genes, wtf, that have survived for over 100 million years in yeast, contradicting established beliefs on their longevity. These 'killer meiotic drivers' transmit themselves to half of offspring and destroy reproductive cells without being suppressed by natural selection.

SourceStowers Institute for Medical Research·JournaleLife·TypeObservational study·DateOct 19, 2022
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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Study identifies new gene that drives colon cancer

Researchers at Mount Sinai's Tisch Cancer Institute have discovered a new gene, PDZK1IP1, essential to colon cancer growth. The study found that surrounding inflammation activates the super enhancer, promoting tumor cell survival and growth.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalNature Communications·DateOct 17, 2022

How genetic diversity could avoid threat of deadly disease in endangered deer

Researchers have found evidence of genetic diversity in the prion protein gene of endangered Eld's deer, which could provide resistance to chronic wasting disease. The study suggests reducing the frequency of a variant associated with the disease and implementing strict management practices to prevent exposure.

SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalFrontiers in Conservation Science·DateOct 11, 2022

New gene target for aggressive lung cancer discovered

Scientists at Northwestern University have identified a new gene that activates an aggressive subtype of small-cell lung cancer with no current effective treatment. Deleting this gene kills cancer cells in deadly subtype.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience Advances·DateOct 5, 2022

Paris will host the 9th Annual Meeting of the International Society of Microbiota dedicated to microbiota and microbiotal medicine: Where we are now and what’s next?

The event will cover various topics including microbiota dysbiosis, oral and vaginal microbiota, and their impact on diseases like depression, cancer, and respiratory infections. The meeting aims to accelerate Microbiota medicine applications through strategic discussions.

SourceMitochondria-Microbiota Task Force·DateOct 4, 2022
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Finding an RNA target and tool to fight premature aging

Scientists have identified long interspersed nuclear element-1 (L1) RNA as a promising new target for treating progeroid syndromes. Increased L1 RNA expression in cells from patients with these disorders led to deactivation of an enzyme, causing cell aging.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateOct 4, 2022

The cell sentinel that neutralizes hepatitis B

A UNIGE team identified a three-step mechanism that allows our body to defend itself against hepatitis B. The complex detects the viral DNA, traps it, and inhibits the virus' chromosome.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Structural & Molecular Biology·TypeNews article·DateOct 4, 2022

Machine learning creates opportunity for new personalized therapies

Researchers developed a computational platform to identify metabolic vulnerabilities in ovarian cancer genes, suggesting opportunities for targeted therapies. The study found that certain genetic alterations can create vulnerabilities in cancer cell metabolism, which can be exploited to selectively kill cancer cells.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalNature Metabolism·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2022
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Tiny sea creature’s genes shed light on evolution of immunity

Researchers have identified a complex of proteins in a tiny marine invertebrate that share similarities with the human immune system, suggesting an earlier origin for the building blocks of our immune system. The study could ultimately guide the development of new immunotherapies and improve understanding of transplant rejection.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 26, 2022

Biologists unveil clues to evolutionary origins of brown-colored algae for health, biofuels research

Brown algae's unique pigments have evolved through a complex genetic pathway, enabling them to harness more light energy than green plants. This discovery could lead to insights into fucoxanthin's health applications and improved photosynthetic efficiency for biofuels production.

SourceColorado State University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 22, 2022

Study illuminates precancerous "clonal outgrowth" in blood cells

Researchers have discovered how a common blood stem cell mutation, DNMT3A R882, alters gene activity and produces abnormal blood cells that increase cancer risk. The study found that the mutant cells produce more red blood cells and platelets, leading to higher cardiovascular disease risks.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalNature Genetics·DateSep 22, 2022

Keeping aggressive cancer cells in check

A team of researchers has identified TSG101 as a crucial regulator of the PARP1 enzyme, which is responsible for repairing DNA damage. In cancer cells with BRCA mutations, TSG101 is essential for PARP1 activation, making it a promising target for cancer treatment.

SourceMax Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association·JournalThe EMBO Journal·DateSep 20, 2022
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Can we modulate and manipulate human microbiota?

Researchers are exploring ways to target and manipulate the human microbiome, with potential applications in treating diseases such as depression, obesity, and retinal disorders. The conference will feature presentations on innovative strategies and recent findings in modulating microbiota and microbial components.

SourceMitochondria-Microbiota Task Force·DateSep 15, 2022

New study published in The Crop Journal cracks the code to increasing grain size and reducing chalkiness in rice

A new study published in The Crop Journal has identified the gl9 gene variant as a key factor in increasing grain size and reducing chalkiness in rice. By introducing this allele into elite rice varieties, scientists have improved grain length, width, and weight, leading to enhanced appearance quality and yield.

SourceCactus Communications·JournalThe Crop Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 14, 2022

Air pollution may spur irregular heart rhythms in healthy teens

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that air pollution may trigger irregular heart rhythms in healthy teenagers, with exposure causing arrhythmias to occur within two hours. The research analyzed data from over 300 adolescents and found a significant impact of fine particulate matter on cardiac ...

SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateSep 14, 2022
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

New checkpoint gene demonstrates ability to supercharge immune cells against cancer

A new intracellular checkpoint gene, CISH, has been found to suppress the ability of human T-cells to recognize and attack cancer cells. When CISH is disabled, T-cells more effectively recognize mutated proteins produced by tumors, making them more responsive to existing checkpoint therapies.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·JournalMed·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 13, 2022

Understanding breast cancer recurrence, metastatic spread

Breast cancer recurrence and metastatic spread remain a significant challenge, with researchers identifying a metabolic signature that can predict patient outcomes. The signature could be used to develop new therapies targeting cancer metabolism.

SourceUniversity of Cincinnati·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 6, 2022
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

Entangled photons tailor-made

Researchers at the Max Planck Institute have successfully generated up to 14 entangled photons using a single atom, enabling efficient creation of quantum computer building blocks. This breakthrough could facilitate scalable measurement-based quantum computing and enable secure data transmission over greater distances.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 30, 2022

A cellular engineering breakthrough: High-yield CRISPR without viral vectors

Researchers at Gladstone Institutes and UCSF have developed a new approach to introduce long DNA sequences into cells with remarkable efficiency. The technology, which uses single-stranded DNA templates, overcomes the limitations of traditional viral vectors and has the potential to make cell therapies faster, better, and less expensive.

SourceGladstone Institutes·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateAug 25, 2022

Genetic score detects those at risk for sudden cardiac death

Researchers developed a polygenic risk score to predict sudden cardiac death in coronary artery disease patients. The study found that patients with high genetic risk scores had a 77% increased risk of sudden cardiac death.

SourceCedars-Sinai Medical Center·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateAug 22, 2022
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Study identifies new dementia risk genes through novel testing approach

A new UCLA-led study has identified multiple new risk genes for Alzheimer's disease and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) by combining new testing methods. The researchers used high-throughput testing to simultaneously test 5,706 genetic variants in 25 loci associated with Alzheimer's and nine loci associated with PSP.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalScience·DateAug 18, 2022

Pathway uncovered for greatest lupus genetic risk factor, study shows

Researchers at Michigan Medicine have discovered a molecular mechanism that drives the disease-causing effects of the most common genetic risk factor for lupus. The study suggests that targeting this new pathway could lead to the development of safe and effective treatments for SLE, an autoimmune disease that affects millions worldwide.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalCommunications Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 18, 2022

CRISPR-based technology targets global crop pest

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a precision-guided sterile insect technique (pgSIT) to control invasive fruit fly populations. The technology uses CRISPR editing to target key genes in female viability and male fertility, resulting in a fertility dead end for the species.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalGEN Biotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 18, 2022
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