Insights into clinical features and genetic variants of Cornelia de Lange syndrome in China
Cornelia de Lange syndrome (CdLS) is a rare genetic disorder with symptoms, including facial anomalies (such as fused…
New mouse models reveal mechanisms of RP59 retinal degeneration
Retinitis pigmentosa retinal degeneration is caused by a family of hereditary mutations in nearly 100 genes that slowly…
Alzheimer’s research uncovers a new therapeutic pathway for the memory-robbing malady
The gut contains the largest collection of immune cells in the body. New research at the Buck Institute…
Male and female bovine embryos show distinct development paths
Cornell researchers have uncovered the genetic triggers that cause male and female bovine embryos to develop differently, as…
Constipation drug found to slow renal function decline in CKD patients
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health issue worldwide. Many patients end up requiring regular dialysis to…
Metals and sulfate particles drive asthma hospitalizations linked to air pollution
Metals, particularly nickel and vanadium, and sulfate particles are the components of fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) that…
Scientists Find the Genetic Cause
Sleep problems, brain fog, exhaustion — millions live this way every day. Now scientists say they’ve uncovered a…
Glycosylation emerges as a key player in kidney disease progression
Kidney diseases affect nearly 700 million people worldwide and are a growing cause of mortality and health care…
A New Approach to Turning Sunlight Into Fuel Looks Promising
Plants transform sunlight into fuel, creating oxygen in the air we breathe. This magical process is called photosynthesis.…
Predictable music phrases found to regulate blood pressure
A new study has found that blood pressure synchronises to predictable phrase structures in music. Blood pressure was…
Sharp rise in pertussis hospitalizations highlights need for timely vaccination
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a vaccine-preventable disease which continues to circulate even in areas where…
Super common OTC meds fueling antibiotic resistance: study
Welcome to Club Meds. More than 4 out of 10 senior citizens take five or more prescription medications…