Once-in-a-Decade Conference Spotlights School of IC Researchers
Newswise — Three School of Interactive Computing researchers were chosen for paper presentations at one of the most…
New genetic trio uncovered behind lilac flower color fading
Flower color not only enhances the ornamental value of plants but also plays vital ecological roles, including attracting…
Hunting for the Chromosomal Genes that Break the Heart
Newswise — Three copies of chromosome 21 causes Down syndrome (DS), and roughly half of children born each…
Old-School Material Could Power Quantum Computing, Cut Data Center Energy Use
Newswise — UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — A new twist on a classic material could advance quantum computing and…
Scientists decode the survival secrets of a rare Chinese maple
Acer pentaphyllum—a striking maple native to the Yalong River valley in Sichuan, China—was once thought to be extinct.…
How Soybeans See the Light: New Genetic Map Illuminates Shade Tolerance Mechanisms
Newswise — In intercropping systems, soybeans grown beneath tall maize plants experience severe shading that disrupts photosynthesis, weakens…
How a Prehistoric Genetic Split Helped Plants Conquer Polluted Soils
Newswise — Phytochelatin synthases (PCSs) produce phytochelatins—tiny, cysteine-rich peptides that bind and neutralize toxic metal ions such as…
Nabsys Highlights OhmX™ Platform’s Ability to Accurately Verify Structural Variants in Undiagnosed Disorders and Workflow Optimizations at American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) 2025 Annual Meeting
Newswise — PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 15, 2025 — Nabsys 2.0, LLC (Nabsys), a pioneer in electronic genome mapping technology,…
TropiCODB: A Multi-Omics Database Unlocking the Genetic Potential of Tropical Crops
Newswise — By integrating genomic, transcriptomic, metabolomic, variomic, and phenotypic datasets for eight major crops—including cassava, sugarcane, and…
New Method Brings Growth Charts to Children with Rare Genetic Conditions
Newswise — Growth charts for children with rare genetic disorders – giving healthcare professionals and families clearer guidance…
Research Tip Sheet: Genetic Misfire in Lupus, UTI-Related Delirium
LOS ANGELES (Oct. 10, 2025) — Preclinical Study Links Lupus to Gene Misfire Cedars-Sinai investigators have identified a…
Overcoming chromosomal roadblocks in banana breeding
Bananas (Musa spp.) are both a staple food and a major cash crop for millions of people in…