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…
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…
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…
Gene Disruption Triggers Ploidy Doubling in Watermelon
Newswise — Polyploidy, the condition of having more than two sets of chromosomes, is common in crop domestication…
Gene Disruption Triggers Ploidy Doubling in Watermelon
Newswise — Polyploidy, the condition of having more than two sets of chromosomes, is common in crop domestication…
Chromosome Barcoding Brings Precision to Tropical Fruit Genetics
Newswise — Karyotype analysis plays a central role in cytogenetics, helping to reveal evolutionary processes and species relationships.…
Genes Uncovered That Keep Garlic Fresh Longer
Newswise — Garlic (Allium sativum L.) is one of the world’s most widely consumed spices and health supplements,…
Korea Unlocks Domestic Graphite Supply: From Waste Byproducts to High-Performance Battery Anodes
Newswise — A KIER research team led by Dr. Yu-Jin Han and Dr. Sang-Hoon Park has developed a…
Promising New Preclinical Therapy Offers Hope in the Development of Precision Medicine Treatments for Aggressive Cancers
Newswise — Philadelphia September 16, 2025 – Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) unveiled a novel antibody-drug…