New geroscience initiative aims to accelerate anti‑aging therapies
Albert Einstein College of Medicine has launched the Batia and Idan Ofer program for Validation of Interventions Targeting…
Massive genetic study uncovers new insights into anxiety risk
A study led by researchers at King’s College London and QIMR Berghofer medical research institute analysed genetic data…
Fly Genetics Simplifies Mammalian Neurobiology Models
Summary: A new study established a simplified framework to analyze complex neural circuits by categorizing individual neurons into…
Tiny Genetic Change Turns Female Mice Into Males, Scientists Discover
One DNA-letter change in non-coding DNA caused female mice to develop as males, revealing how regulatory DNA can…
Popular supplement creatine supercharges critical immune cells fighting cancer
Creatine, the organic acid that is popularly taken as a supplement by athletes and bodybuilders, supercharges a critical…
Senior Care Authority kicks off Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month with six science-backed habits that may help reduce dementia risk
An estimated 7.4 million Americans aged 65 and older are now living with Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s…
Scientists develop safer CRISPR technique using gentler DNA nicking approach
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a safer and more precise way to study how genes function in…
UC Davis scientists identify protein key to male fertility
The causes of male infertility can be hard to diagnose, with many tests failing to detect genetic defects.…
Reimagining mental health: Stanford Medicine experts chosen to lead precision task force
How prepared are health systems to make these types of treatments standard? That’s such a big question. I…
Scientists Discover Ancient “Language Switches” Hidden in Human DNA
HAQERs are ancient genetic regulators that play a major role in language ability but remained stable due to…
After 50 Years of Mystery, Researchers Identify New Human Blood Group
Scientists have finally cracked a blood type mystery that has remained unsolved for more than 50 years. Credit:…
As Day Turns to Night, Blue-Green Algae Undergo a Molecular Rewiring
Newswise — RICHLAND, Wash.—Traditionally, biotechnology researchers have modified genes when engineering microbes for more robust and efficient production…