All Genetic Analysis articles – Page 2
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NewsNew investigational therapy shows promise for treating skeletal disorders
Tyra Biosciences has announced new data showing that its investigational therapy, TYRA-300, improves bone growth and corrects skeletal abnormalities in preclinical models of achondroplasia and hypochondroplasia.
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ArticleAllele-selective gene editing: a breakthrough in Huntington's disease treatment
Huntington's disease remains a major challenge, but allele-selective gene editing offers new hope. By targeting only the mutant gene, this approach could provide a one-time, durable treatment. Life Edit’s Dr Amy Pooler reveals how this innovative therapy could reshape HD treatment.
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NewsNew liver organoids research brings hope for drug development
Researchers at Keio University have developed long-lasting, functional human liver organoids from frozen hepatocytes, marking a huge moment in organoid science.
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NewsOutsmarting cancer by exploiting DNA repair flaws
Researchers at ETH Zurich in Switzerland have mapped the complex network cells use to repair their genetic material, revealing previously hidden vulnerabilities in cancer cells.
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NewsKey PKD findings could accelerate development of new treatments
Rutgers researchers have discovered new insights into how polycystic kidney disease (PKD) progresses, which could lead to more targeted treatments. This breakthrough may help improve therapies for PKD patients in the future.
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NewsStudy identifies crucial gene behind metabolic liver disease
A team of researchers at Waseda University in Japan has identified a gene called Nwd1 that plays a key role in the development of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH). This discovery could lead to new therapeutic strategies, potentially reshaping the treatment landscape for liver disease.
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New study reveals how bacteria 'vaccinate' with viral DNA
The discovery from researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine reveals how bacteria use the CRISPR-Cas system to store viral DNA, enhancing their immunity against future infections, and potentially paving the way for new phage-based therapies
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ArticleGene silencing: a step forward for rare disease therapy
Gene silencing offers a promising approach to treating rare neurological diseases like H-ABC. With clinical trials on the horizon, find out how targeted therapies could bring real hope to patients and families.
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NewsScientists turn superbug MRSA into treatable infection
Researchers have discovered a breakthrough method to silence MRSA's drug resistance, restoring its sensitivity to standard antibiotics and offering new hope in the fight against superbugs.
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NewsAWS and ElevateBio join forces to advance gene editing
ElevateBio is teaming up with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to advance CRISPR gene editing using AI and cloud computing. This collaboration aims to accelerate drug discovery for genetic diseases, making next-generation therapies more efficient and accessible.
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ArticleObesity care gets personalised: tailoring therapies with Phenomix
Find out how Phenomix Sciences is transforming obesity treatment by identifying patient subtypes for more targeted and effective therapies.
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NewsNew genetic discovery offers hope for arthritis drug development
York University researchers have discovered a genetic mutation in the TRAF1 protein that dramatically reduces inflammation, offering a potential breakthrough in rheumatoid arthritis treatment.
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NewsNew gene identified for treating malignant cardiac arrhythmias
Researchers have identified a small gene, SCN10a-short, that could enable gene therapy to treat malignant cardiac arrhythmias. This discovery offers the potential for a one-time treatment, reducing the reliance on lifelong medication and invasive procedures.
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NewsStudy reveals 58 targets for heart failure drug development
A new study has identified novel drug targets for heart failure, focusing on two major types of the condition. These findings could lead to more effective, targeted treatments for both heart failure subtypes.
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ArticleNew cell therapy model accelerates cancer treatment development
CTMC, a joint venture between Resilience + MD Anderson Cancer Center, is transforming cancer treatment with faster, more efficient cell therapy development - learn how they’re doing it.
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NewsTLE6 protein deficiency linked to male infertility
New study reveals that TLE6 protein deficiency causes male infertility in mice. These findings suggest potential genetic causes and future treatment avenues for male infertility.
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ArticleDifferentiated therapies: Unlocking stem cell medicine with epigenetics
The human body has an incredible ability to repair itself, both from acute trauma and chronic damage that accumulates as we age. Here, Cameron Lee, Principal Scientist at Tune Therapeutics, reveals the potential of harnessing the body’s natural regenerative capabilities with epigenetic control of stem cells.
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NewsKRAS variants in human pancreatic cancer: new key findings
Researchers have identified underlying KRAS mutations which drive associated risk of particular clinical outcomes.
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RAD51C variants linked to increased breast and ovarian cancer risk
Researchers have identified over 3,000 harmful genetic changes that could disrupt normal RAD51C function.
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NewsNew network model efficiently identifies cancer driver genes
The model enables researchers to expand the number of tumours that they can study, increasing their ability to detect novel interactions.