Families turn to genetics prevention as Duchenne therapies stall | DMD Day expert interview
Despite decades of research and the approval of several therapies to help manage symptoms, there is still no…
Purdue Maps Gene-Inserting Transpososome for Editing
More than a decade ago, scientists harnessed a bacterial molecular machine that identifies and cuts specific sections of…
Exploring Non-HLA Genetics in Living Donor Selection
In recent years, the landscape of transplantation has undergone radical changes, most notably through advancements in our understanding…
Gene expression maps explain why diseases often occur together
By grouping patients based on gene activity, scientists show that shared molecular pathways, especially immune-related ones, help explain…
How a Single Gene Shapes the Floral Elegance of the “April Snow” Tree
Newswise — Ornamental trees such as Chionanthus retusus enrich landscapes worldwide, valued for their abundant spring blossoms and…
Prickle-free gene in blackberries found
By Carla Espinoza Gutiérrez Prickly blackberries are not only a food safety concern—they can also cause mechanical damage…
How fast mRNA degrades linked to autoimmune disease risk
Key takeaways
Messenger RNA copies and carries instructions from the DNA in the cell’s nucleus to where…
Hidden genetic drivers of complex diseases uncovered by Wellcome Sanger Institute researchers
The genetic drivers of complex diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) have been uncovered by scientists from…
Congruence secures $32m in funds for genetic obesity drug trial
The funds are earmarked to advance the trial of the genetic obesity drug CGX-926. Credit: MGARCIA_CREATIVE / Shutterstock.com.…
Biological ‘moonshot’ accelerates efforts to genetically map life on Earth
Image: Shutterstock From the mighty blue whale to the humble baker’s yeast, scientists have barely begun to understand…
Clarifying Uncertain Genetic Tests in Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatment is becoming more personalised. By considering a patient’s unique genetic and molecular profile, along with their…
DNA test boosts recovery in treatment-resistant depression
A major new meta-analysis shows that a DNA test guiding antidepressant choice boosts recovery odds in treatment-resistant depression,…