Researchers identify 166 human pluripotent stem cell lines available for use in clinical applications

byInternational Society for Stem Cell ResearchMelissa Carpenter presents findings from the paper, Pluripotent Stem Cell Lines Available for Use in Clinical Applications: A Comprehensive Overview, at t

Updated on: January 17,2026

Researchers identify 166 human pluripotent stem cell lines available for use in clinical applications

byInternational Society for Stem Cell ResearchMelissa Carpenter presents findings from the paper, Pluripotent Stem Cell Lines Available for Use in Clinical Applications: A Comprehensive Overview, at t

Updated on:January 17,2026

How embryos and the uterus 'talk' during implantation

byHebrew University of Jerusalem(A) Messages released by the embryo influence how fat droplets move and function in cells lining the uterus. Courtesy: Alisa Komsky-Elbaz and Eshel Dilevsky; (B) Fat dr

Updated on: January 07,2026

How embryos and the uterus 'talk' during implantation

byHebrew University of Jerusalem(A) Messages released by the embryo influence how fat droplets move and function in cells lining the uterus. Courtesy: Alisa Komsky-Elbaz and Eshel Dilevsky; (B) Fat dr

Updated on:January 07,2026

Genetic influences on health can ripple through social groups via shared microbes

byCenter for Genomic RegulationSocially-interacting rats. Credit: Katie HollYour "roommate's" genes could be influencing the bacteria living in your gut, and vice versa, according to a s

Updated on: January 06,2026

Genetic influences on health can ripple through social groups via shared microbes

byCenter for Genomic RegulationSocially-interacting rats. Credit: Katie HollYour "roommate's" genes could be influencing the bacteria living in your gut, and vice versa, according to a s

Updated on:January 06,2026

RNA steps outside the cell to help guide immune responses, study suggests

byUtrecht UniversitySchematic model showing how cell-surface RNA (csRNA) is anchored to the cell membrane via heparan sulfate and RNA-binding proteins, and how it can help bring immune receptors (such

Updated on: January 13,2026

RNA steps outside the cell to help guide immune responses, study suggests

byUtrecht UniversitySchematic model showing how cell-surface RNA (csRNA) is anchored to the cell membrane via heparan sulfate and RNA-binding proteins, and how it can help bring immune receptors (such

Updated on:January 13,2026

Childhood maltreatment leaves genetic scars tied to lifelong mental health risks

byThe University of Hong KongBreakdown of the mediators of the relationship between childhood maltreatment (CM) and neuropsychiatric disorders, potential mechanisms and suggested interventions. Credit

Updated on: December 31,2025

Childhood maltreatment leaves genetic scars tied to lifelong mental health risks

byThe University of Hong KongBreakdown of the mediators of the relationship between childhood maltreatment (CM) and neuropsychiatric disorders, potential mechanisms and suggested interventions. Credit

Updated on:December 31,2025

Gene therapy advances as scientists guide jumping DNA to target faulty genes

by Matthew Campbell,University of Hawaii at ManoaIdentification of Exc+Int⁻ DNA-binding domain mutants to minimize off-target integration. Credit:Nucleic Acids Research(2025). DOI: 10.1093/nar/gkaf131

Updated on: January 01,2026

Gene therapy advances as scientists guide jumping DNA to target faulty genes

by Matthew Campbell,University of Hawaii at ManoaIdentification of Exc+Int⁻ DNA-binding domain mutants to minimize off-target integration. Credit:Nucleic Acids Research(2025). DOI: 10.1093/nar/gkaf131

Updated on:January 01,2026

Neurons use physical signals, not electricity, to stabilize communication

byUniversity of Southern CaliforniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEvery movement you make and every memory you form depends on precise communication between neurons. When that communication is disru

Updated on: January 13,2026

Neurons use physical signals, not electricity, to stabilize communication

byUniversity of Southern CaliforniaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainEvery movement you make and every memory you form depends on precise communication between neurons. When that communication is disru

Updated on:January 13,2026

Gene therapy for hereditary spastic paraplegia hits proof-of-principle milestone

by Greg Richter,Drexel UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThere is no cure for the rare disease Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP), but researchers from Drexel University's College of Me

Updated on: January 01,2026

Gene therapy for hereditary spastic paraplegia hits proof-of-principle milestone

by Greg Richter,Drexel UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThere is no cure for the rare disease Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP), but researchers from Drexel University's College of Me

Updated on:January 01,2026

Clinical trial suggests knowing HIV 'viral load' doesn't improve number of patients seeking needed care

by Michael E. Newman,Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAccording to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other sources, there are ap

Updated on: December 29,2025

Clinical trial suggests knowing HIV 'viral load' doesn't improve number of patients seeking needed care

by Michael E. Newman,Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAccording to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other sources, there are ap

Updated on:December 29,2025

Finances leading factor for some cancer patients not enrolling in potentially life-saving clinical trials, study shows

byCase Western Reserve UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA study by Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals researchers has overturned long-held assumptions about why more c

Updated on: December 30,2025

Finances leading factor for some cancer patients not enrolling in potentially life-saving clinical trials, study shows

byCase Western Reserve UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA study by Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals researchers has overturned long-held assumptions about why more c

Updated on:December 30,2025