DNA changes that contribute to Spina Bifida during embryogenesis open the door to potential treatments
Functional convergence of the genes involved by the damaged DNMs. Credit: Nature (2025). DOI: 10.1038 / S41586-025-08676-X Scientists from the ...
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Computer modeling shows that close encounters between distant DNA regions cause bursts of genetic activity
When the Nanog gene (green region) is inactive, one of the three enhancer regions is spatially distant. When active, the ...
New study links common DNA differences to rare, unexplained neurodevelopmental conditions
Polygenic history in parents of patients with neurodevelopmental disorders. Credit: Nature (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-08217-y The combination of common differences in ...
Ancient viral DNA in the human genome linked to multiple sclerosis and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Retrotranscriptome-wide association studies in neurodegenerative diseases. Credit: Brain, behavior and immunity (2024). DOI: 10.1016/j.bbi.2024.10.020 New research from King's College London ...
DNA study reveals these 19th century lions fed on humans and giraffes
Lions' teeth have been damaged during their lives. Study co-author Thomas Gnoske discovered thousands of hairs embedded in the exposed ...
Stem cell discovery highlights importance of DNA methylation in cancer
Graphic illustration of the model. Credit: Natural communications (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-024-51966-7 A study led by Umeå University, Sweden, presents new ...
Study reveals DNA mutations and structures that cause bladder cancer
Timing of mutagenic processes in the evolution of UC. Credit: Nature (2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41586-024-07955-3 How bladder cancer begins and progresses ...
Scientists create first map of DNA modification in developing human brain
Fluorescent image of a developing human seahorse. Credit: Oier Pastor-Alonso/UCSF A UCLA-led study has provided unprecedented insight into how gene ...
AI ‘liquid biopsies’ using cell-free DNA and protein biomarkers could aid early detection of ovarian cancer
Credit: Carolyn Hruban, Ph.D. A blood test using artificial intelligence (AI) to detect cancer-related genetic changes and protein biomarkers could ...
Researchers discover what hinders DNA repair in Huntington’s disease patients
A montage of three images of striatal neurons transfected with a disease-associated version of huntingtin, the protein that causes Huntington's ...
