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The 'evolution' of Little Red Riding Hood

A new study using phylogenetic analysis explores the relationships among different folktales, including 'Little Red Riding Hood', to identify distinct groups spread across regions and cultures. The research suggests that folktales evolve gradually over time, with elements blending together as they spread.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 13, 2013

An easier way to control genes

Researchers developed a new method to control genes by targeting transcription, allowing for positive and negative regulation with the same protein. The technique has the potential to enable complex synthetic biology circuits and applications such as disease detection and drug production.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalACS Synthetic Biology·DateSep 3, 2013

Researchers identify genetic root of mountain sickness

Scientists sequenced entire genomes of high-altitude individuals and found 11 regions with significant differences between those with chronic mountain sickness and healthy controls. The study identified two genes, SENP1 and ANP32D, which were expressed more in individuals with the condition in response to low oxygen levels.

SourceCell Press·JournalAmerican Journal of Human Genetics·DateAug 15, 2013
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Controlling genes with light

Researchers have developed a new technology that can quickly turn genes on and off by shining light, enabling precise control over gene expression. This innovation has potential applications in understanding learning and memory, as well as studying epigenetic modifications.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateJul 23, 2013

Scientists identify new therapeutic target for coronary heart disease

Scientists have discovered a crucial role of ADAMTS7 enzyme in building up cells in coronary arteries, contributing to the development of coronary heart disease. The study found that a specific gene variant reduces risk by 50% and slows down plaque growth.

SourceQueen Mary University of London·JournalAmerican Journal of Human Genetics·DateFeb 14, 2013
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Causation warps our perception of time

Researchers suggest that causation may be the root of temporal binding, a phenomenon where events close in time are perceived as meaningful episodes. The study found that participants in experiments anticipating an event's flash showed significantly later predictions than those without causal understanding.

SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalPsychological Science·DateOct 31, 2012

It's a trap! New laboratory technique captures microRNA targets

Researchers develop miR-TRAP, a new method to directly identify microRNA targets in cells. This technique allows scientists to understand the roles microRNAs play in human development and disease, bridging a gap in the RNA field.

SourceSanford Burnham Prebys·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·DateMay 9, 2012

Disabling cancer cells' defenses against radiation

Researchers at Winship Cancer Institute developed a technique to remove cancer cells' defenses against radiation by disabling their ability to repair DNA. The experimental method uses RNA molecules that shut down genes needed for DNA repair, making brain and lung cancer cells more sensitive to X-ray radiation.

SourceEmory Health Sciences·JournalCancer Research·DateMar 15, 2012

Scientists learn how insects 'remodel' their bodies between life stages

Insect metamorphosis triggered by hormones, like puberty in humans, involves a global change of rules for gene expression. Researchers found that a specific gene and signaling pathway work together to control development at different stages.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateFeb 29, 2012
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MU researchers find synthetic RNA lessens severity of fatal disease

Researchers at University of Missouri have found that targeting synthetic RNA to a specific gene can significantly lower the severity of Spinal Muscular Atrophy in mice. The study shows promising results with improved motor skills and increased weight in affected animals.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalMolecular Therapy·DateNov 21, 2011

Small molecules shed light on cancer therapies

Researchers at the University of Illinois have identified 25 microRNAs associated with glioblastoma survival and discovered 20 new microRNAs linked to initiation or growth of other cancer types. These findings suggest common pathways that can be targeted with similar drugs, offering hope for improved treatment options.

SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalCancer Genomics & Proteomics·DateAug 22, 2011

Partnership of genes affects the brain's development

Scientists have discovered a genetic partnership between two proteins that enables nerve cells to connect correctly in the brain. The study suggests that similar mechanisms may play a role in human brain development and could lead to new therapies for developmental disorders.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateFeb 13, 2011
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Biologists discover 'control center' for sperm production

A new study has identified DUO1, a genetic hierarchy that governs sperm cell production and fertility in flowering plants. The research found that DUO1 acts as a master switch to ensure twin fertile sperm cells are made in each pollen grain.

SourceUniversity of Leicester·JournalThe Plant Cell·DateFeb 2, 2011

Mechanisms of juvenile hormone action in insects could help fine tune pesticides

Scientists at Virginia Tech have identified a critical step in juvenile hormone signaling, which could lead to more targeted mosquito controls. The discovery of a protein partner for the juvenile hormone receptor has significant implications for understanding insect development and reproductive maturation.

SourceVirginia Tech·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 27, 2010

MGH researchers develop faster method of engineering zinc-finger nucleases

A new approach called context-dependent assembly enables the rapid generation of powerful zinc-finger nucleases, which can efficiently correct gene mutations in humans. This innovation allows researchers to design ZFNs for specific genes with ease, overcoming limitations of previous methods.

SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalNature Methods·DateDec 12, 2010

Mastermind steroid found in plants

Researchers have identified about a thousand brassinosteroid target genes, revealing molecular links between the steroid and various cellular functions. The study provides the first comprehensive action map for a plant hormone, accelerating basic plant science and crop research.

SourceCarnegie Institution for Science·JournalDevelopmental Cell·DateNov 15, 2010

Scripps Research scientists identify new mechanism regulating daily biological rhythms

Researchers have identified a novel mechanism regulating circadian rhythms that could provide a new target for treating jet lag, shift work, sleep disturbances, diabetes, obesity, and some types of cancer. The discovery offers hope for modulating the body's core clock using synthetic ligands targeting nuclear receptors.

SourceScripps Research Institute·JournalJournal of Biological Chemistry·DateNov 11, 2010
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Promising new 'antigene' therapy

Antigene therapy utilizes a DNA-based drug that attaches directly to specific DNA sequences and is activated by light energy, effectively silencing targeted genes. This approach may offer new hope for treating diseases currently incurable or having limited success.

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalOligonucleotides·DateOct 21, 2010

Researchers define role of CEP290 in maintaining ciliary function

A new study reveals that CEP290 is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of the ciliary gate, a key component of cilia. This discovery could lead to targeted gene therapy for cilia-related disorders, including Meckel syndrome and Joubert syndrome.

SourceRockefeller University Press·JournalJournal of Cell Biology·DateSep 6, 2010

Worm genes KO'd

Researchers at the University of Utah have developed a procedure to delete specific genes from nematode worms, allowing them to infer the function of each gene and thereby understand human gene regulation. The technique, called MosDel, uses a transposon to cut out genes and exploit cell DNA repair mechanisms.

SourceUniversity of Utah·JournalNature Methods·DateApr 25, 2010
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

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WPI researchers take aim at hard-to-treat fungal infections

A team of researchers at Worcester Polytechnic Institute has developed a new model system to study fungal infections. The system can be used to identify promising targets for anti-fungal drugs, potentially leading to effective treatments for conditions like thrush and athlete's foot.

SourceWorcester Polytechnic Institute·JournalEukaryotic Cell·DateNov 19, 2009

Idaho researchers win grant to explore DNA frontier

Idaho researchers have been awarded a three-year grant to explore novel approaches to gene therapies by targeting specific sections of chromosomes with locked nucleic acids. The team aims to improve targeting and show its impact on genes, potentially leading to new treatments for genetic diseases.

SourceUniversity of Idaho·DateAug 24, 2009

Chasing tiny vehicles

A research team has used single-molecule fluorescence microscopy to follow magnetic nanoparticles as they transport genes or drugs into target cells in real-time. The study reveals bottlenecks in nanoferry transport and provides insights into optimizing existing systems, potentially leading to breakthroughs in gene therapy.

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalJournal of Controlled Release·DateJul 20, 2009
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

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Iowa State University researchers develop process for 'surgical' genetic changes

Researchers at Iowa State University have developed a new technique for making genetic changes in plant genes, allowing for targeted manipulations with high efficiency. This process harnesses homologous recombination to precisely introduce DNA at predetermined locations, enabling faster and safer gene editing for various crops.

SourceIowa State University·JournalNature·DateJul 20, 2009

Johns Hopkins researchers edit genes in human stem cells

Johns Hopkins researchers have made a breakthrough in editing human stem cells, enabling the development of patient-specific therapies for rare blood diseases like paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH). The team successfully targeted and edited a gene responsible for causing PNH, improving on standard gene targeting technology.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalCell Stem Cell·DateJun 18, 2009

Managing microRNAs

Researchers have discovered that microRNAs dampen target gene expression in specific cells by working in concert with other regulatory processes. Key muscle-regulatory miRNAs, such as miR-1 and miR-133, function to mediate actin organization in developing muscles.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenes & Development·DateFeb 25, 2009

RNA interference plays bigger role than previously thought

A joint research study by IBM and the Genome Institute of Singapore found that microRNAs control stem cell differentiation through coding regions beyond the 3'UTR, challenging previous assumptions. The discovery has implications for novel diagnostics and therapeutics.

SourceAgency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore·JournalNature·DateSep 17, 2008
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Mount Sinai researchers discover technology that silences genes

Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine have developed a new gene silencing technology that can effectively suppress transcriptional expression of targeted genes in human cells, including those linked to various diseases. This breakthrough could pave the way for preventing diseases where gene dysfunction plays a role.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalNature Cell Biology·DateAug 17, 2008

Consortium develops new method enabling routine targeted gene modification

A multi-institutional team has developed a powerful tool for genomic research and medicine, generating synthetic enzymes that can target specific DNA sequences for inactivation or repair. This new method, called OPEN, enables customized zinc-finger nucleases with high efficiency in many cell types.

SourceMassachusetts General Hospital·JournalMolecular Cell·DateJul 24, 2008
GoPro HERO13 Black

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New technique allows targeted inactivation of genes in research model

Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School have developed a new technique to target individual genes for inactivation in zebrafish embryos using engineered zinc-finger nucleases. This method has the potential to answer questions that were previously out of reach and will fundamentally change how researchers make knockouts in model organi...

SourceUMass Chan Medical School·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMay 27, 2008
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.

'TRAP' preserves genetic properties of popular geranium

Researchers at Ohio State University have successfully used TRAP to preserve the genetic diversity of ornamental geranium collections. The study resulted in a significant reduction of the collection size from approximately 800 plants to around 200, making it more manageable for breeders and researchers.

SourceAmerican Society for Horticultural Science·JournalHortScience·DateNov 5, 2007

Computer program traces ancestry using anonymous DNA samples

A computer program developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute can trace genetic ancestry in minutes using just a cheek swab, with 99% accuracy. The algorithm uses single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) and has potential applications for understanding complex diseases and tailoring medical treatments.

SourceRensselaer Polytechnic Institute·JournalPLOS Genetics·DateSep 20, 2007

University of Alberta researchers find new cause of blindness

Researchers at the University of Alberta have found a new cause of blindness linked to a gene that regulates pH levels in the retina. The study suggests that targeting this process could lead to potential treatments for previously unknown causes of blindness, including hereditary vitreoretinal degenerations.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·DateSep 4, 2007
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Flies can turn off their immune response

Researchers found that flies have a complex immune system regulated by AP-1 and STAT transcription factors, which edit and repress the immune response to prevent 'friendly fire'. This mechanism is evolutionarily conserved to maintain balanced immune responses.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Biology·DateSep 3, 2007

Clues to gene expression in cystic fibrosis will guide research

A small percentage of CF patients with a rare genetic stop mutation responded positively to gentamicin treatment, suggesting potential targeted treatments for the disease. Gentamicin reversed stop codons and restored the CFTR protein, improving respiration in affected patients.

SourceBMC (BioMed Central)·JournalBMC Medicine·DateMar 28, 2007

Key root-development pathway mapped using advanced genomic technique

A team of researchers has mapped the key root-development pathway in Arabidopsis using an advanced genomic technique, revealing eight direct targets and numerous indirectly affected genes. The study provides new insights into plant development and function, shedding light on the complex regulatory network governing root growth.

SourceDuke University·JournalPLOS Biology·DateMay 3, 2006

Homeoprotein DNA-binding specificity

Researchers investigated how homeoproteins interact with DNA to determine their binding specificity. The findings reveal new insights into the mechanisms underlying these interactions.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenes & Development·DateMar 31, 2006
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

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Masterminding muscle development

Researchers discovered that MAML1 plays a crucial role in regulating muscle cell differentiation, with increased expression leading to enhanced myotube formation and muscle-specific gene expression. The study also found that MAML1 works together with MEF2C to 'turn on' genes required for muscle development.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenes & Development·DateFeb 27, 2006

p53, tumor suppression and aging

Researchers found that a modest decrease in Mdm2 protein expression prevents tumor formation and does not lead to premature aging. Inhibitors of Mdm2 may delay cancer in young individuals without detrimental side effects.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenes & Development·DateDec 31, 2005

How could a Roberts-Alito court support the Republican political agenda?

The research examines how the U.S. Supreme Court can assist powerful officials in achieving their ideological objectives through direct political action. Key findings include states as a crucial factor in generating national political support for judicial review and the importance of entrenched interests and fragmented coalitions in sh...

SourceAmerican Political Science Association·JournalAmerican Political Science Review·DateNov 10, 2005
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Two pioneers in genetic research win $250,000 March of Dimes prize

Gene targeting allows researchers to design and produce knockout lab mice to study human disease, revolutionizing biomedical research and advancing genetic medicine. The award recognizes the breakthrough technology developed by Capecchi and Smithies, enabling scientists to address complex biological problems.

SourceMarch of Dimes Foundation·DateMay 13, 2005

Creation of gene targeting earns Smithies March of Dimes honor

Gene targeting allows scientists to alter specific genes in cultured cells and transfer them to laboratory mice, enabling the study of human diseases. The technique has revolutionized biomedical research and is now practiced by thousands of scientists worldwide.

SourceUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill·DateMay 11, 2005

Study reveals candidate targets for anti-retroviral therapeutics

Scientists at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory identified 130 genes that affect the replication of retrovirus-like elements in yeast. These genes have clear relatives or homologs in the human genome, providing a rich source for candidate host genes to develop new anti-retroviral therapeutics.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenome Research·DateApr 17, 2005

'MicroRNAs' control plant shape and structure

Researchers have discovered microRNA JAW that controls the development of flat leaves, a key characteristic in capturing sunlight and energy. The study reveals the importance of microRNA regulation in plant morphology, paving the way for new avenues in agricultural advancements.

SourceOregon State University·JournalNature·DateAug 20, 2003
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Researchers selectively silence disease-causing gene

Scientists have successfully silenced mutant genes without affecting normal gene copies using RNA interference, a promising approach for treating diseases like Machado-Joseph disease, Huntington's, and Alzheimer's. This breakthrough technique has the potential to selectively turn off disease-causing genes, preserving essential normal g...

SourceUniversity of Iowa·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 27, 2003

Researchers achieve germline transmission of 'gene knockdown' in mice

Scientists have achieved germline transmission of 'gene knockdown' in mice by using genetic engineering to create mouse embryonic stem cells targeted with RNAi. This enables the manipulation of gene activity in specific tissues and allows for switching on and off at any time during development or adulthood.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalNature Structural & Molecular Biology·DateJan 19, 2003