Rare ABCA7 gene variants linked to Alzheimer’s risk
A new study from MIT neuroscientists reveals how rare variants of a gene called ABCA7 may contribute to…
Human stem cells age more rapidly in space, study finds
While scientists are still working to understand the effects an extended trip to space can have on the…
Genetic Study Suggests Ways to Catch Blood Cancer Earlier
Newswise — As we age, our cells replicate, and the DNA in these cells can acquire mistakes —…
Dual epigenetic marks found to regulate cell identity
Shedding light on what determines how cells become what they are meant to be-nerves, bone, muscles, etc.-can also…
Man’s life ‘ended’ after one tick bite as he’s forced to pay £150,000 for private care
Steven Williams was living a “normal” active lifestyle, exercising regularly, working as a civil servant and playing in…
Ancient viral DNA found to regulate human gene expression
A new international study suggests that ancient viral DNA embedded in our genome, which were long dismissed as…
Scientists discover how two distinct genes guide regeneration of sensory cells in zebrafish
While humans can regularly replace certain cells, like those in our blood and gut, we cannot naturally regrow…
Cutting to the Core of How 3D Structure Shapes Gene Activity
Newswise — In biology textbooks and beyond, the human genome and DNA therein typically are taught in only…
Scientists reveal how chemotherapy causes genetic damage in healthy blood
For the first time, scientists have systematically studied the genetic effects of chemotherapy on healthy tissues. Researchers from…
Dormant Stem Cells May Hold Key to Restoring Sense of Smell
Summary: Researchers have created a 3D mouse organoid model to study how neurons in the nose regenerate, revealing…