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Discovery of promising protein candidate opens new avenues for treating metabolic disorders

A University of Saskatchewan (USask) research team's discovery of the additional health benefits of an appetite-suppressing protein has doubled the potential for scientists to find new avenues for treating obesity and metabolic disorders in animals and people.

28 May 2024

Changing the landscape of R&D to build clinical success from the ground up

In this interview, NewsMedical talks to Amanda Jones at Revvity about the strategies and solutions available to revolutionize the landscape of R&D in clinical research.

From Revvity 28 May 2024

Heart failure triggers multimorbidity by altering stem cells, study reveals

Researchers identified that heart failure (HF) promotes multimorbidity by altering hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) to produce pro-inflammatory macrophages, increasing vulnerability in multiple organs. The study highlights the role of suppressed TGF-β signaling in these alterations, contributing to chronic inflammation and subsequent health issues.

28 May 2024

Genetic screening and counseling slash young adults' excessive drinking, new study reveals

A recent randomized controlled trial found that short-term interventions combining enzyme substances and behavioral changes significantly reduced excessive alcohol intake among young adults.

28 May 2024

Researchers identify novel way to potentially slow down or halt Alzheimer’s progression

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have made a significant breakthrough in Alzheimer's disease research by identifying a novel way to potentially slow down or even halt disease progression.

27 May 2024

Study sheds new light on the intricate molecular mechanisms underlying schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a complex disease with variable presentations, and the diverse nature of this mental health disorder has made understanding the mechanisms that cause the disease, and subsequently developing effective treatments, especially challenging.

24 May 2024

Two new studies offer insights into the molecular biology of neuropsychiatric disease

Working under the umbrella of the PsychENCODE Consortium, the mental health research project established in 2015 by the National Institutes of Health, a team of Mount Sinai scientists has uncovered important new insights into the molecular biology of neuropsychiatric disease through two new studies published in a special issue of Science on Friday, May 24.

24 May 2024

Researchers produce advanced multidimensional maps of gene regulation networks in the brain

A consortium of researchers has produced the largest and most advanced multidimensional maps of gene regulation networks in the brains of people with and without mental disorders.

24 May 2024

Comprehensive study provides new understandings of genomic influences on neuropsychiatric disease

A new analysis has revealed detailed information about genetic variation in brain cells that could open new avenues for the targeted treatment of diseases such as schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.

23 May 2024

UCLA research connects genetic risk and brain changes in autism

A groundbreaking study led by UCLA Health has unveiled the most detailed view of the complex biological mechanisms underlying autism, showing the first link between genetic risk of the disorder to observed cellular and genetic activity across different layers of the brain.

23 May 2024

New AI model sets benchmark in digital pathology with superior cancer diagnostics

Researchers developed Prov-GigaPath, a whole-slide pathology foundation model using a novel vision transformer architecture. The model demonstrates superior performance in mutation prediction, cancer subtyping, and vision-language tasks. It leverages large-scale real-world data from over 30,000 patients to enhance clinical diagnostics.

23 May 2024

Mouse study finds PFAS exposure in fathers disrupts offspring's gene expression

Research reveals that preconception exposure to PFAS in male mice alters sperm methylation and affects gene expression in the liver and fat of their offspring.

23 May 2024

Study sheds light on intricate differences in the brains of people with PTSD and depression

Stress-related disorders like post-traumatic stress disorder and clinical depression are complex conditions influenced by both genetics and our environment.

23 May 2024

New understanding of cancer drug's ability to prevent fat buildup in the liver

University of Oklahoma researchers have deepened their understanding of a drug's ability to prevent fat buildup in the liver, a condition that often occurs with obesity and can lead to serious fatty liver disease.

23 May 2024

Novel catalog of gene-isoform variation unveiled in the developing human brain

A team led by researchers at UCLA and the University of Pennsylvania has produced a first-of-its kind catalog of gene-isoform variation in the developing human brain.

23 May 2024

Non-hormonal sperm-specific approach offers a promising option for reversible male contraception

The world's population has increased by more than 2.6-fold in the last 60 years. The growing trend continues – projections indicate that the number of people living on our planet will grow to 9 billion by 2037 from 8 billion in 2022.

23 May 2024

New genetic discoveries offer hope for targeted lupus therapies

Lupus is a lifelong, often painful and occasionally lethal autoimmune disease. Few treatments exist today beyond powerful steroids to knock down a patient's immune system - a therapy that has its own serious risks.

23 May 2024

Harnessing molecular pathways governed by key gene to enhance wheat yields

A study from the University of Adelaide has discovered molecular pathways regulated by a gene traditionally used to control wheat-flowering behavior could be altered to achieve greater yields.

23 May 2024

Gene cluster expression analysis for personalized lung cancer therapy

About 30% of lung cancer patients are accessible to targeted therapy or immunotherapy based on the current criteria.

23 May 2024

New chemical modification improves effectiveness and safety of ASO therapy for CNS diseases

Diseases that affect the brain and spinal cord can be particularly devastating, and finding new and more effective ways to treat these conditions is an important goal for researchers and clinicians alike.

23 May 2024

Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

Discovery of promising protein candidate opens new avenues for treating metabolic disorders

Changing the landscape of R&D to build clinical success from the ground up

Heart failure triggers multimorbidity by altering stem cells, study reveals

Genetic screening and counseling slash young adults' excessive drinking, new study reveals

Researchers identify novel way to potentially slow down or halt Alzheimer’s progression

Study sheds new light on the intricate molecular mechanisms underlying schizophrenia

Two new studies offer insights into the molecular biology of neuropsychiatric disease

Researchers produce advanced multidimensional maps of gene regulation networks in the brain

Comprehensive study provides new understandings of genomic influences on neuropsychiatric disease

UCLA research connects genetic risk and brain changes in autism

New AI model sets benchmark in digital pathology with superior cancer diagnostics

Mouse study finds PFAS exposure in fathers disrupts offspring's gene expression

Study sheds light on intricate differences in the brains of people with PTSD and depression

New understanding of cancer drug's ability to prevent fat buildup in the liver

Novel catalog of gene-isoform variation unveiled in the developing human brain

Non-hormonal sperm-specific approach offers a promising option for reversible male contraception

New genetic discoveries offer hope for targeted lupus therapies

Harnessing molecular pathways governed by key gene to enhance wheat yields

Gene cluster expression analysis for personalized lung cancer therapy

New chemical modification improves effectiveness and safety of ASO therapy for CNS diseases

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