Male hormones accelerate DNA ageing — in sheep, at least
30 July, 2021The removal of male hormones in sheep delays ageing of DNA, and also drives feminine characteristics of DNA and the chemical tags it holds.
Cas9 alternatives empower next-gen CRISPR applications
22 July, 2021Recent CRISPR discoveries include many new cutting enzymes, widening the scope of DNA engineering.
Treating COVID-19 with CRISPR, updated AstraZeneca advice
15 July, 2021A CRISPR gene editing tool has suppressed replication of SARS-CoV-2 in a test tube model, and ATAGI has released its latest statement on the AstraZeneca vaccine.
A remote control for targeted gene transfer into cells
05 July, 2021Researchers introduce genetic information with an optical 'remote control', which means only cells that are illuminated with red light take up the desired genes.
Comprehensive 'RNA Atlas' completed
22 June, 2021It is claimed to be one of the most comprehensive catalogues of the human transcriptome ever, helping to deepen our understanding of known RNA molecules and discover new RNAs.
New genetic form of ALS discovered in children
15 June, 2021Researchers have discovered cases of ALS that are linked to variations in the DNA sequence of SPLTC1, a gene responsible for manufacturing a class of fats called sphingolipids.
How does the hepatitis C virus evade the immune system?
04 June, 2021Researchers have discovered a novel molecular mechanism by which the hepatitis C virus interferes with the host's immune system to cause chronic liver infection.
Revealed: toxic RNA's role in Huntington's disease
03 June, 2021An RNA species called small CAG repeat RNA plays a destructive role in the pathogenesis of Huntington's disease by causing damage to the genetic materials in the genome.
Protein mutations cause rare genetic disease in children
01 June, 2021The neurological disorder is caused by mutations in a protein called GEMIN5 — one of the key building blocks of a protein complex that controls RNA metabolism in neurons.
Proteins found to predict future dementia risk
25 May, 2021The development of dementia late in life is associated with abnormal blood levels of dozens of proteins up to five years earlier, according to a new study.
64 genomic regions increase bipolar susceptibility
21 May, 2021Researchers from over 200 institutions have conducted what is claimed to be the largest study ever to examine genetic risk factors for bipolar disorder.
New genetic cause of hearing loss discovered
14 May, 2021US researchers have discovered that a gene called GAS2 plays a key role in normal hearing — and that its absence causes severe hearing loss.
Mapping the genes that control the skeleton
10 May, 2021A research team has mapped the unique genetic profile of the skeleton's 'master regulator' cells, outlining the genes that are switched on or off in osteocytes.
Mutations can reduce the effect of anti-oestrogen treatment
05 May, 2021A small proportion of women who receive anti-oestrogen treatment after breast cancer surgery have worse outcomes, as a result of mutations in the oestrogen receptor gene.
Neanderthal DNA discovered in sediment
27 April, 2021Researchers have reportedly recovered the nuclear DNA of several Neanderthal individuals from the sediment of two Siberian caves and the Galería de las Estatuas.
