Q&A: Gene-editing treatment could replace cholesterol meds

by Alvin Powell, Harvard GazetteCredit: Harvard GazetteA recent trial of a novel gene-editing technique that lowered dangerously high cholesterol by up to 55% has generated talk of a new front opening

Q & A February 19,2024

Q&A: Gene-editing treatment could replace cholesterol meds

by Alvin Powell, Harvard GazetteCredit: Harvard GazetteA recent trial of a novel gene-editing technique that lowered dangerously high cholesterol by up to 55% has generated talk of a new front opening

Q & A February 19,2024

Mapping of the gene network that regulates glycan clock of aging

by Impact Journals LLCA graphical review of up-to-date functional validation of GWAS hits associated with IgG glycosylation using HEK293FS transient expression system with stably integrated dCas9-VPR

Genetics February 19,2024

Mapping of the gene network that regulates glycan clock of aging

by Impact Journals LLCA graphical review of up-to-date functional validation of GWAS hits associated with IgG glycosylation using HEK293FS transient expression system with stably integrated dCas9-VPR

Genetics February 19,2024

New study advances search for accurate blood markers for acute kidney injury

by Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainUsing cells from kidney biopsies, Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers report progress in the search for more accurat

Genetics February 19,2024

New study advances search for accurate blood markers for acute kidney injury

by Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainUsing cells from kidney biopsies, Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers report progress in the search for more accurat

Genetics February 19,2024

Wnt pathway dysfunction influences colorectal cancer response to immunotherapy, finds study

by TranSpreadCredit: CC0 Public DomainColorectal cancer (CRC) presents with varying clinical characteristics due to tumor heterogeneity. Microsatellite instability (MSI), present in 10–15% of CRC case

Genetics February 19,2024

Wnt pathway dysfunction influences colorectal cancer response to immunotherapy, finds study

by TranSpreadCredit: CC0 Public DomainColorectal cancer (CRC) presents with varying clinical characteristics due to tumor heterogeneity. Microsatellite instability (MSI), present in 10–15% of CRC case

Genetics February 19,2024

Revealing how an ancient genetic invader inhabits our DNA

by Rockefeller UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainBillions of years ago, as primitive lifeforms were becoming more complex, a selfish genetic component became a sort of genome colonizer. Using a

Genetics February 19,2024

Revealing how an ancient genetic invader inhabits our DNA

by Rockefeller UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainBillions of years ago, as primitive lifeforms were becoming more complex, a selfish genetic component became a sort of genome colonizer. Using a

Genetics February 19,2024

Scientists solve mystery of how a rare congenital scalp defect forms

by Massachusetts General HospitalGraphical abstract. Credit:Journal of Clinical Investigation(2023). DOI: 10.1172/JCI174138Children with the condition aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) ar

Genetics February 19,2024

Scientists solve mystery of how a rare congenital scalp defect forms

by Massachusetts General HospitalGraphical abstract. Credit:Journal of Clinical Investigation(2023). DOI: 10.1172/JCI174138Children with the condition aplasia cutis congenita (ACC) ar

Genetics February 19,2024

Unraveling the mystery of hereditary diffuse gastric cancer

by First Hospital of Jilin UniversityMutation of CDH1 gene results in dysfunction of E-cadherin and release of β-catenin to the cytoplasm. Wnt protein binds to cell surface frizzled receptor and leads

Genetics February 19,2024

Unraveling the mystery of hereditary diffuse gastric cancer

by First Hospital of Jilin UniversityMutation of CDH1 gene results in dysfunction of E-cadherin and release of β-catenin to the cytoplasm. Wnt protein binds to cell surface frizzled receptor and leads

Genetics February 19,2024

Novel genetic priority score unveiled to enhance target prioritization in drug development

by The Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainDriven by the need for a better way to prioritize targets for drug development, the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has led the develop

Genetics February 19,2024

Novel genetic priority score unveiled to enhance target prioritization in drug development

by The Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: CC0 Public DomainDriven by the need for a better way to prioritize targets for drug development, the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has led the develop

Genetics February 19,2024

Study reveals new genetic link between anorexia nervosa and being an early riser

by Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research indicates that the eating disorder anorexia nervosa is associated with being an early riser, unlike many other diso

Genetics February 19,2024

Study reveals new genetic link between anorexia nervosa and being an early riser

by Massachusetts General HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research indicates that the eating disorder anorexia nervosa is associated with being an early riser, unlike many other diso

Genetics February 19,2024

Researchers identify barriers to breast cancer screening in vulnerable populations

by Sbarro Health Research OrganizationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWomen of racial and ethnic minorities experience challenges that hinder adherence to regular mammography screenings.In order to

Oncology February 18,2024

Researchers identify barriers to breast cancer screening in vulnerable populations

by Sbarro Health Research OrganizationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainWomen of racial and ethnic minorities experience challenges that hinder adherence to regular mammography screenings.In order to

Oncology February 18,2024