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Novel approach for discovering cancer drug targets
A next-generation spatial genomics technology has allowed scientists to link specific genes to complex tumour characteristics at a scale and resolution not previously possible.
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Defective mitochondria could be repaired using gene-editing techniques, study finds
Researchers have shown that it could be possible to modify the mitochondrial genome, paving the way for new treatments for incurable mitochondrial diseases.
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New study highlights the possibility to target gene editing in the lungs
Researchers have been able to significantly reduce tumours in a pre-clinical model of a rare genetic lung disease.
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Scientists have shown ageing process can be safely and effectively reversed in mice
New research by the Salk Institute has shown cellular rejuvenation therapy safely reverses signs of ageing in mice.
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Finding drugs for breast cancer targets
A scientist at the University of Houston receives a $2 million grant to innovate computer-aided drug discovery for breast cancer.
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A safer method for gene editing
Researchers at the University of Texas have redesigned a key component of a CRISPR-based gene-editing tool.
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How RNA molecules can control repair of human DNA in cancer cells revealed
New research from the Karolinska Institutet shows that RNA molecules have a much broader function in the development of cancer.
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Study highlights possibility of using 3D organoids of the cervix to test drugs
A new study modelled chlamydia and HPV co-infection in patient-derived ectocervix organoids to reveal distinct cellular reprogramming.
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Automated plasmid purification workflow developed for mammalian cell expression-quality DNA
Eli Lilly scientists report that they have designed, qualified and enabled a high-throughput plasmid purification and quantification workstation.
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Previous studies of human microbiome may be biased in favour of Global North
A new study has suggested that previous global research into the human microbiome is heavily biased in favour of wealthy countries such as the US and UK.
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New model yields promising gene therapy for heart condition
Scientists in Japan have developed a credible heart cell model for arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy and observed a positive response in the condition using PKP2 gene therapy.
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Genes newly linked to ageing and human lifespan
Researchers have found that genes in small organisms, known to extend lifespan, could also impact ageing in humans.
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Scientists develop means to boost the power of CRISPR
The capability to edit genes has been transformative in opening therapeutic avenues for hitherto untreatable diseases and aiding biological insight. Scientists have now discovered a way to enhance this process using retrons, making the process more efficient and effective.
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Three RNA-expression states may reveal cancer drug susceptibility
Scientists identified three prototypical RNA-expression states and revealed differences in their susceptibility to a variety of cancer drugs.
