New blood biomarker improves cancer risk detection in people with Lynch Syndrome
Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have discovered a new blood-based biomarker that can…
New strategy exploits specific genetic vulnerability in colorectal cancer patients
Researchers have identified a novel therapeutic approach for colorectal cancer by exploiting a specific genetic vulnerability found in…
Study identifies a common hidden genetic cause of neurodevelopmental disorder in children
A major genetic study has uncovered a surprisingly common recessive cause of neurodevelopmental disorder, revealing how hidden changes…
Study reveals pearling mechanism behind mitochondrial DNA spacing
Mitochondria are often described as the cell’s power plants, because they generate energy. To help them achieve this,…
Study proposes genetic basis for autism’s strong sex bias
Autism has a significant and enduring sex bias, with roughly four boys diagnosed for every girl. For many…
Modern lifestyle amplifies genetic risk for type 2 diabetes
Some people have a greater genetic risk than others of developing type 2 diabetes. Now, more of these…
Alcohol impacts gene expression differently across brain regions
Erica Periandri and Gabor Egervari, from Washington University in St. Louis, led a study to explore how alcohol exposure in male mice influences gene expression…
New method reveals hidden protein motions for improved drug design
For many of us “protein” is the key element of a food order. However, beyond your preferred choice…
Genetic study maps bacteria’s protective armor behind severe infections
The first large-scale genetic study of E. coli’s protective armor has identified the five capsule types that are…
Palmatine improved fatty liver markers in a preclinical type 2 diabetes study
A new preclinical study suggests that palmatine may ease diabetes-linked fatty liver disease by targeting inflammation, oxidative stress,…
Lab-grown food pipe offers hope for children with esophageal conditions
Scientists from Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) and University College London (UCL) have created the first lab‑grown esophagus…
Study finds addiction risk tied to reward and impulse genes
Most of the genetic risk for developing a substance use disorder comes from genes that broadly affect how…