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Genomic sequencing helps find treatment for rare genetic skin disorder
US researchers use genome sequencing to reveal genetic basis for disabling pansclerotic morphea, a severe inflammatory disease.
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Genomics is the branch of molecular biology concerned with the structure, function, evolution, and mapping of genomes.
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Novel mutation linked to late-onset Alzheimer’s disease
Chinese researchers discover a mutation, referred to as the "Shanghai APP" mutation, which has been linked to late-onset Alzheimer's disease and offers fresh insights into the disease's underlying molecular mechanisms.
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Scientists create first humanised mouse model for rare genetic disease
German researchers have successfully developed mice with a defected human gene responsible for congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), a rare genetic disease.
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New algorithm can predict diabetic kidney disease
Researchers from US and Hong Kong have found that a simple blood sample may help doctors catch kidney disease earlier in type 2 diabetes patients
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Placenta’s role in genetic risk of schizophrenia
A recent study led by the Lieber Institute for Brain Development has revealed that over 100 genes associated with the risk of schizophrenia appear to contribute to the development of the illness primarily through their influence on the placenta.
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New gene linked to Malaria parasite’s chloroquine resistance
Researchers have important implications for the ongoing fight against malaria, a disease that affects approximately 247 million individuals and causes over 619,000 deaths each year, predominantly among young children.
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Novel approach stimulates DNA repair mechanisms to combat a leading cause of autism spectrum disorders
US researchers report promising results for fragile X syndrome, by stimulating cells' DNA repair mechanisms that could correct the inherited genetic defect associated with the disorder.
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New study uncovers DNA repair mechanism in bacterial cells
US research reveals mechanism used by bacterial cells to repair their faulty DNA, which could help scientists understand the intricacies of DNA repair processes.
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Computational tool gets more out of multi-omics data
US researchers developed a next-generation computational tool called NetBID2 that can uncover difficult-to-identify proteins that drive biological processes contributing to cancer.
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CRISPR and single-cell sequencing highlight genetic variants for traits and diseases
This article highlights a new approach to address human genetics, using STING-seq which provides roadmap to identify variants and genes, enabling deeper understanding of the noncoding genome and targets for therapies
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Blocking a microRNA may prevent age-related conditions
Conditions like chronic inflammation, muscle loss and bone loss have an elevated microRNA, US researchers attempted to block this in aged mice.
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New treatment pathway for deadly pancreatic cancers
US scientists have used mouse models of pancreatic cancer to identify genes used by tumour cells to grow uncontrollably.
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Antimicrobial resistance identified in bloodstream by metagenomic sequencing
University of Oxford finds rapid metagenomics can produce accurate results 18-42 hours quicker than conventional tests for antimicrobial resistance in bloodstream infections, which could save lives and reduce the misuse of antibiotics.
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New class of ribosomal peptide “daptides” discovered by researchers
Researchers from the University of Illinois have identified a new class of ribosomally synthesised and post-translationally modified peptides (RiPPs) named "daptides" that have haemolytic activity.
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New organoid emulates development of the human heart
The team are the first researchers in the world to successfully create an organoid containing both heart muscle cells and cells of the outer layer of the heart wall.