How Do Nutrients Enter Cells? Solving the Mystery
Proteins integrated into the cell membrane play a crucial role in transporting nutrients to the intended destination within our cells. If this transportation system malfunctions…
Genetics News
The Brain’s “Chill Pill” – Gene That Suppresses Anxiety Discovered by Scientists
An international team of scientists has identified a gene in the brain linked to anxiety symptoms, with modifications to this gene shown to reduce anxiety…
Turning Back the Clock: Genetic Engineers Rewire Cells for an 82% Increase in Lifespan
Studying yeast cells, researchers build a biosynthetic genetic ‘clock’ to extend lifespan. Researchers have created a synthetic genetic ‘clock’ that significantly extends cellular lifespan. By…
Mammalian Tree of Life Redefined: Genomic Time Machine Traces Back 100 Million Years of Evolution
The research uses the genomes of 241 species and can be used to support animal and human health outcomes. Research led by a team of…
The Lager Legacy: German Researchers Discover How a 400-Year-Old Mistake Revolutionized Beer
Researchers suggest that lager beer, which now makes up around 90% of beer consumption, originated from a hybrid yeast species in Munich in 1602. This…
Mammalian Mysteries: How 240 Species Unravel the Secrets of Human Genes
Studies from the Zoonomia Project pinpoint key parts of the human genome that have remained unchanged after millions of years of evolution and may shed…
Zoonomia Project: A Genomic Odyssey Across 240 Mammalian Species Explains Human Disease Risks and More
The international Zoonomia Project has analyzed the genomes of 240 mammalian species, revealing conserved regions that could be biologically essential and may influence diseases. It…
A Grizzly Discovery: Search for Ancient Bears in Alaskan Cave Leads to an Important Human Revelation
Researchers have discovered that some modern Alaska Natives still live almost exactly where their ancestors did 3,000 years ago, highlighting genetic continuity in Southeast Alaska…
New Study Sheds Light on the Cause of Severe Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have identified a genetic variant that is associated with perianal Crohn’s disease. Investigators at Cedars-Sinai have discovered a genetic variant that elevates…
Researchers Uncover the Genetics Driving Facial Changes in Down Syndrome
Scientists have identified the gene Dyrk1a and at least three other genes as responsible for facial and skull structural changes in a mouse model of…
A New Treatment for a Rare and Complex Cancer
Researchers have discovered a method for determining which sarcoma patients will receive the greatest benefits from a potential new treatment. Sarcoma is a rare and…
Unlocking the Secrets of Aging: Sirtuin Enzymes in the Spotlight
Penn State researchers have revealed how sirtuin enzymes interact with nucleosomes to regulate aging and metabolic processes. Their findings, using cryo-electron microscopy, may inform drug…
Not Just One Type – Identifying Cancer Genes’ Multiple Personalities
Mutations in our genetic makeup can result in severe problems, such as colon or liver cancer. However, cancer is an intricate disease and the same…
Hornet’s Genetic Secrets Uncovered: The Key to Their Global Invasion Success
Researchers at UCL sequenced the genomes of two hornet species, uncovering rapid genome evolution that may explain their success as invasive species, which could help…
The Skate’s Great DNA Unveiling: Shedding Light on Stingray Cousins
An international collaboration involving Rutgers researchers unravels the mystery of the fish’s unique shape. Rutgers geneticists, working with an international team of scientists, have conducted…
Swahili Secrets: Ancient DNA Reveals When Asian Ancestry Was Introduced to East Africa
Findings clarify and complicate understanding of Swahili history. Who were the people of the medieval Swahili civilization? Ancient DNA reveals African founders intermingled with migrants…
Unlocking the Secrets of Developmental Disorders: 5,500 People Receive Life-Changing Diagnoses
A major nationwide study has allowed for approximately 5,500 individuals with severe developmental disorders to know the genetic cause of their condition. The study will…
Driving Genetic Discovery: New Insights Into DNA Replication’s Molecular Motor
DNA replication is the process whereby cells make an exact copy of their DNA before cell division. A key part of the intricate DNA replication…
