Articles tagged with Genome Sequencing
Researchers will use computational biolinguistics to analyze protein sequences and understand their structure, dynamics, and function. This project aims to extract information from gene sequences that may lead to developing drugs to fight degenerative diseases.
The complete genome sequence of B. suis reveals fundamental similarities with Brucella melitensis, a related species that causes similar disease in goats and humans. The study sheds light on the molecular mechanisms enabling closely-related species to target different host animals.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has funded a $10.2 million project to sequence the maize genome, which is estimated to be 20 times larger than Arabidopsis. The project aims to develop tools for large-scale sequencing and improve genome mapping techniques.
Researchers have found an enzyme that activates specific RNAs outside the nucleus, enabling them to carry out important steps of germ line development. The discovery provides an important piece of the puzzle in understanding how genes are controlled and may lead to new ways of regulating genetic information.
Researchers have sequenced the genome of Magnaporthe grisea, a fungus that causes rice blast, which destroys enough rice to feed 60 million people worldwide. The genomic structure is now available online, offering opportunities to dissect, understand and manage plant disease.
Scientists have sequenced the genome of Chlorobium tepidum, a green-sulfur bacterium that performs photosynthesis in the absence of oxygen. The analysis reveals strong similarities between its metabolic processes and those of Archaea, suggesting a possible duplication of genes involved in photosynthesis.
Scientists have sequenced the whole genome of Bacillus anthracis, revealing areas of genetic variability between different isolates. The study suggests that a Florida anthrax strain is derived from the Ames strain and has not been genetically modified.
Researchers have identified 60 new genomic markers that can help distinguish between various anthrax isolates, enabling faster identification of outbreak strains and potentially deterring future biological attacks. The discovery is part of a comprehensive database project aimed at analyzing natural variation in all major pathogens.
Scientists have confirmed the syntenic relationship between rice and other cereal grasses like corn, wheat and barley, thanks to a pioneering genome sequencing project. This breakthrough allows researchers to identify important genes in these crops more efficiently.
Researchers successfully determined the subcellular localization of over 2700 yeast proteins using a high-throughput method. By predicting the localization of all 6100 yeast proteins, Dr. Snyder and colleagues provided insight into nearly half of previously uncharacterized yeast proteins.
The study resolves placental mammals into four major groups, revealing a common ancestor in Gondwana. Afrotheria is the oldest group, with some orders never leaving Africa, and Xenartha populations South America.
Virginia Tech biochemist White identifies 200 genes responsible for coenzyme formation in Methanococcus jannaschi, an ancient Archaea bacteria. The discovery sheds new light on the evolution of metabolic processes in these unique organisms.
The Agrobacterium genome, a key tool for genetic engineering of foodstuffs, has been sequenced and made publicly available. This will provide insights into its unique properties and enable the development of more nutritious and resilient crops.
The Institute for Genomic Research (TIGR) has completed the genome sequence of Streptococcus pneumoniae, a bacterium that causes serious infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, and otitis media. The study provides valuable insights into the bacterium's virulence factors and potential drug targets.
The complete genome of pneumococcus has been sequenced, revealing its genetic makeup and potential applications in treating the bacterium. The newly released genome contains 2,326 sequenced genes, providing a comprehensive model for researchers to study its virulence and develop new therapies.
A team of scientists has successfully completed the sequencing of the Arabidopsis thaliana genome, paving the way for accelerated research in plant biology. The comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into gene annotation, functional categories, chromosomal architecture, and transposable elements.
The complete genome sequence of Arabidopsis thaliana reveals clues to genetic behavior in plants and animals, with potential applications for agriculture and medicine. The public domain genome catalog provides a resource for scientists worldwide.
The study provides a comprehensive understanding of Vibrio cholerae's genetic makeup, shedding light on its role in disease and survival. The DNA sequence reveals two circular chromosomes, each essential for the organism's viability, and may hold clues to developing new vaccine candidates and diagnostic tools.
Scientists have sequenced over 73,000 DNA fragments in the rice genome and found that transposons constitute less than 10% of the genome, scattered randomly. This discovery is good news for the completion of the rice sequence and could help locate new genes in rice and other important cereals.
Researchers sequenced a region of the house finch genome, showing similarities to mammalian genomes in structure. The study found that birds' compact genomes favor metabolic demands related to flight, supporting shared basic genome structure with mammals.