E. coli eavesdrops on neighboring bacteria to stabilize gut diversity
The stability of the human gut microbiome relies on interactions between different bacterial species. However, the specific molecular…
Researchers improve CRISPR technology for detecting HIV and other RNA viruses
Scientists have long used a powerful gene-editing tool called CRISPR to make precise changes to DNA. But a…
Epilepsy drugs may reduce effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives
People with epilepsy who use certain hormonal birth control methods may be at risk for reduced contraceptive effectiveness…
Research reveals how natural enzymes transcribe expanded eight-letter genetic code
All known life on earth utilizes the same genetic alphabet, consisting of four letters. Now, researchers at University…
Multiple sclerosis treatment approach developed at Mainz University moves toward clinical application
A therapeutic approach pioneered in Mainz for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (MS) is taking an important step…
Cancer cells exploit liver fat to evade immune system destruction
Liver metastases are among the most common and deadly forms of cancer spread. Now, researchers at VIB and…
Bioresorbable sensor tracks deep-tissue lactate for over 10 days in animals
Researchers developed a fully bioresorbable sensor that continuously tracked deep-tissue lactate for more than 10 days in animal…
AI redesign helps enzymes evolve beyond natural limits
By stabilizing enzyme starting points before evolution, researchers opened new mutational routes for engineering highly specific proteases, including…
Study tests chronotype’s liver link and finds no significant association
A small Italian study tested whether an individual’s preferred daily schedule aligns with hidden liver changes, but found…
Stealth nanoparticles improve pancreatic cancer treatment with fewer side effects
Pancreatic cancer is considered one of the most lethal cancer because it is often diagnosed late and is…
Scientists unlock molecular structure of key protein linked to cancer, neurological diseases
After nearly four decades of research, Mayo Clinic scientists have revealed the molecular structures of protein kinase C beta (PKCβ),…
DNA-guided CRISPR system targets RNA and expands Cas12 beyond gene editing
A DNA-guided CRISPR platform could make RNA detection and control more stable, scalable, and precise, opening new routes…