Hunting for the Chromosomal Genes that Break the Heart
Newswise — Three copies of chromosome 21 causes Down syndrome (DS), and roughly half of children born each…
How a Prehistoric Genetic Split Helped Plants Conquer Polluted Soils
Newswise — Phytochelatin synthases (PCSs) produce phytochelatins—tiny, cysteine-rich peptides that bind and neutralize toxic metal ions such as…
How Soybeans See the Light: New Genetic Map Illuminates Shade Tolerance Mechanisms
Newswise — In intercropping systems, soybeans grown beneath tall maize plants experience severe shading that disrupts photosynthesis, weakens…
TropiCODB: A Multi-Omics Database Unlocking the Genetic Potential of Tropical Crops
Newswise — By integrating genomic, transcriptomic, metabolomic, variomic, and phenotypic datasets for eight major crops—including cassava, sugarcane, and…
UNC Research Uncovers Ways to Address Early Suicidal Thoughts in Children
BYLINE: Brittany Phillips Newswise — The idea of a child dying by suicide is unimaginable. Yet, according to…
Light-Driven Reaction Leads to Advanced Hybrid Nanomaterial
Newswise — Scientists are exploring many ways to use light rather than heat to drive chemical reactions more efficiently,…
Research Tip Sheet: Genetic Misfire in Lupus, UTI-Related Delirium
LOS ANGELES (Oct. 10, 2025) — Preclinical Study Links Lupus to Gene Misfire Cedars-Sinai investigators have identified a…
A Synthesized Protein From Fish Blood That Could Prevent Food and Drugs From Freezing
Newswise — Anyone who has experienced freezer burn knows that ice crystals can be a problem at low…
Exercise combined with induced pluripotent stem cells enhances the Wnt1-Lmx1a loop in the midbrain of Parkinsonian mice to alleviate Parkinsonian symptoms
BACKGROUND The therapeutic potential of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) for Parkinson’s disease (PD) has been demonstrated. Exercise…
Researchers From Perugia University Describe How AI Can Unveil the Secrets of Eruptions
Newswise — Volcanoes are among the most powerful natural hazards on Earth, yet predicting their behavior remains one…
A Molecular Zipper and a DNA Link Team Up to Protect Fertility
Newswise — Every new life begins after a genetic shuffle. When organisms make eggs or sperm, maternal and…
Broadband Photodetector Material Integrating Day-Night Recognition and Distance Measurement
Newswise — A research team in South Korea has developed a next-generation sensor material capable of integrating the…