Chinese Landrace Sheds Light on Seed Weight Genetics in Pigeonpea
Newswise — Pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) is a vital legume for millions of farmers across Asia, Africa, and Latin…
Research Identifies Genetic Predictor of Weight Loss with GLP-1RAs
Newswise — A new study published by Cleveland Clinic researchers investigating the genetic underpinnings of weight loss response…
Where Are All the AI Drugs?
A new drug usually starts with a tragedy. Peter Ray knows that. Born in what is now Zimbabwe,…
Weird silicone phone case feels like human skin — and it can even get sunburned
This flesh-like phone case is a creative reminder to protect yourself from the sun. Researcher Marc Teyssier has…
Cracking the Genetic Code of Seed Longevity: New Insights From African Eggplant Storage Study
Newswise — Using a molecular technique known as the comet assay, researchers tracked oxidative DNA damage and repair…
Synthetic DNA Nanoparticles for Gene Therapy
Newswise — CLEVELAND—Case Western Reserve University chemist Divita Mathur was awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) Faculty Early…
Genetics Behind the Crunch: A Blueprint for Better Blueberries
Newswise — As blueberries gain popularity worldwide for their nutritional punch and convenience, consumers are demanding more than…
Invention Improves ‘Gene Gun,’ Targets Efficiency Gains in Plant Research
Newswise — AMES, Iowa – Plant scientists have used a standard “gene gun” since 1988 to genetically modify…
Gene Editing Treats Smooth Muscle Disease in Preclinical Model
Newswise — DALLAS – June 23, 2025 – Using gene editing in a preclinical model, researchers at UT Southwestern Medical…
Eli Lilly’s Obesity Pill Appears to Work as Well as Injected GLP-1s
Eli Lilly’s daily anti-obesity pill orforglipron appears to be as good at spurring weight loss and lowering blood…