How Proteins Become Dangerous Droplets in ALS
For the first time, researchers have outlined the atom-by-atom changes in a group of proteins as they form cell-damaging clumps linked to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
RNA
The transcriptome gives a fuller picture of how genes are expressed. RNA sequencing allows for more detailed information on cellular pathways and expression levels in cancer studies.
‘The Book of Life’: Software Determine How Much Protein a Given Cell is Making
Researchers have released a software called Scikit-Ribo that can help biologists more accurately determine how much protein a given cell is making.
“The Disconnect Between the ‘Promise’ and the ‘Actual Impact’ is the Biggest Challenge in -Omics Based Technologies” – Zisis Kozlakidis
We’ve sat down with Dr Zisis Kozlakidis before his talk ‘Tracking Viruses in Space and Time’ at the Festival of Genomics in London 2018, were we talk virus.
Scientists Zoom in to Watch DNA Code Being Read
Scientists have unveiled incredible images of exactly how the molecular mechanism works, that could open up new approaches to cancer treatment.
Targeted Cancer Treatment Could be Possible Thanks to Insights into Cells’ Energy Supply
Scientists have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how the molecular machines that produce key proteins in the power packs of cells are cleaned and maintained.
Microsoft Suggests Artificial Intelligence is the Answer to Improving CRISPR
Microsoft thinks that artificial intelligence might be one way to fine-tune CRISPR, and resolve what scientists have been working on for a long while.
This Enzyme Could be a Drug Target for Huntington’s Disease
Researchers have identified a new drug target for treating Huntington’s disease, a fatal neurological disorder for which there currently is no cure or preventative therapy.
Scandinavians: A Genetically Diverse Population
New genomic data suggest that the first human settlers on the Scandinavian peninsula followed two distinct migration routes and that the resulting mixed population genetically adapted to the extreme environmental conditions.
Festival of Genomics London Themes…With a Twist!
With the Festival of Genomics London just around the corner, we thought it was the right time to turn our attention to the key themes being presented.
Super-Silenced DNA: Could Be New Ways to Reprogram Cells
Newly described stretches of super-silenced DNA reveal a fresh approach to reprogram cell identity to use in regenerative medicine studies and one day in the clinic.
White Blood Cells’ Own Warning System
White blood cells may alert other cells to threats by spraying out some of their DNA. This unexpected warning system could hasten the body’s response to pathogens.
Targeted RNA Sequencing Market to See Huge Growth by 2024
Targeted RNA sequencing is being hailed as a major growth area up to 2024. It is hotly expected that new RNAseq applications will be developed by the growing next-generation sequencing users community.
How Exactly are Moderna Therapeutics Proving Their Drugs are Safe for Use?
Biotech, Moderna Therapeutics has experienced scrutiny this year, but they are ready to prove why their drugs are safe for long term use.
‘Natural Killer Cells’ Prep Womb for Pregnancy
New research identifies how natural killer cells prepare the womb for pregnancy.
Enabling Transcription Modulation With CRISPR
It may be possible to accurately modify gene transcription in vivo using CRISPR without cleaving DNA, according to recent research
