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What is the association between interferon genes and complement regulatory protein expressions in SARS-CoV-2 infections?

Researchers investigated the expression of complement regulatory proteins (CRPs) in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) to identify potential dysregulated CRP patterns and investigate whether they contribute to COVID-19 pathogenesis.

13 Oct 2022

The immunometabolic regulatory mechanisms for the pathogenesis of COVID-19

A new study aimed to analyze the immunometalobism BALF cells from mild to severe COVID-19 patients using computational algorithms that quantified metabolic fluxes and metabolic pathways.

13 Oct 2022

Understanding the potential applications of stem cell research

To mark Stem Cell Awareness Day on October 12, 2022, COST is highlighting a network of researchers working to foster greater understanding about stem cell research and potential applications for millions of people suffering from incurable diseases and injury.

12 Oct 2022

Mic60-low gene signature may be a simple tool to estimate pancreatic cancer risk

The mitochondria is a key energy-producing component of the human cell that plays an important role in cancer cell metabolism.

12 Oct 2022

Scientists reveal the architecture of the inner ear responsible for hearing

Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University have revealed, for the first time and in near-atomic detail, the structure of the key part of the inner ear responsible for hearing.

12 Oct 2022

Study could help recommend the best treatment for women with early-stage mucinous ovarian cancer

A global study into mucinous ovarian cancer could help oncologists recommend the best treatment for women who are diagnosed early with the condition.

12 Oct 2022

Scientists show how cellular hypoxia response increases fetal hemoglobin expression in adults

Scientists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital have shown how a protein responsible for adapting to low oxygen conditions (hypoxia), causes increased expression of fetal hemoglobin (HbF) in adults.

12 Oct 2022

The ability of antiviral formulation ViruSAL to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 infectivity

Researchers from Ireland used human bronchial epithelium models to evaluate the ability of a novel proprietary formulation called ViruSAL to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 infections.

12 Oct 2022

Researchers report the first RT-qPCR for simultaneous detection and discrimination of Omicron sub-variants

Researchers developed a RT-qPCR system to identify SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variants of concern.

12 Oct 2022

What is the association of pneumococcal carriage with SARS-CoV-2 infection?

Researchers explored the association between Streptococcus pneumoniae and SARS-CoV-2 in the upper respiratory tracts of COVID-19-positive individuals.

12 Oct 2022

Researchers receive $9 million grant to study how ‘jumping genes’ influence Alzheimer's disease

Scientists have identified a handful of gene mutations that cause or contribute to the onset of Alzheimer's disease.

11 Oct 2022

Two new studies help improve the understanding of ovarian cancer

Two new discoveries led by Cedars-Sinai Cancer investigators help improve the understanding of what drives the development of ovarian cancer and why some women's tumors do not respond to therapy.

11 Oct 2022

Common diabetes medication identified as a possible treatment for atrial fibrillation

Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a common diabetes medication, metformin, as a possible treatment for atrial fibrillation.

11 Oct 2022

Cat allergen immunotherapy works better and more quickly when combined with monoclonal antibody

An experimental approach to enhancing a standard cat allergy treatment made it more effective and faster acting, and the benefits persisted for a year after treatment ended, a study supported by the National Institutes of Health has found.

11 Oct 2022

Mismatches in the primer and probe sequences of current Monkeypox virus diagnostic assays require rectification to improve detection accuracy

Researchers analyzed the primer and probe sequences of the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended monkeypox virus (MPXV) generic real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assays.

11 Oct 2022

Neuropilin 2 identified as a novel regulator of distal colonic smooth muscle motility

Colonic motility disorders, especially problems associated with constipation and diarrhea, are common in adults and children, greatly impacting quality of life.

11 Oct 2022

Scientists discover a promising strategy for development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapies

Researchers have identified a promising strategy for development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapies that centers around promoting a strong immune response capable of stopping a number of viruses in their infectious tracks.

10 Oct 2022

Light-Seq technology for barcoding and deep-sequencing selected cell populations in tissues

Under the microscope, researchers often observe different cell types organizing themselves in peculiar patterns within tissues, or sometimes a rare cell type that stands out by occupying a unique position, exhibiting an unusual shape, or expressing a specific biomarker molecule.

10 Oct 2022

Brain changes can be studied in very early stages of neurodegenerative diseases

Many changes take place in the brain long before symptoms appear. This has been shown in mice in two studies of prion diseases in which the brain gradually deteriorates.

10 Oct 2022

The role of oxidative stress in congenital syndromes

Researchers discuss the role of oxidative stress in genetic conditions.

10 Oct 2022

Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

What is the association between interferon genes and complement regulatory protein expressions in SARS-CoV-2 infections?

The immunometabolic regulatory mechanisms for the pathogenesis of COVID-19

Understanding the potential applications of stem cell research

Mic60-low gene signature may be a simple tool to estimate pancreatic cancer risk

Scientists reveal the architecture of the inner ear responsible for hearing

Study could help recommend the best treatment for women with early-stage mucinous ovarian cancer

Scientists show how cellular hypoxia response increases fetal hemoglobin expression in adults

The ability of antiviral formulation ViruSAL to inhibit SARS-CoV-2 infectivity

Researchers report the first RT-qPCR for simultaneous detection and discrimination of Omicron sub-variants

What is the association of pneumococcal carriage with SARS-CoV-2 infection?

Researchers receive $9 million grant to study how ‘jumping genes’ influence Alzheimer's disease

Two new studies help improve the understanding of ovarian cancer

Common diabetes medication identified as a possible treatment for atrial fibrillation

Cat allergen immunotherapy works better and more quickly when combined with monoclonal antibody

Mismatches in the primer and probe sequences of current Monkeypox virus diagnostic assays require rectification to improve detection accuracy

Neuropilin 2 identified as a novel regulator of distal colonic smooth muscle motility

Scientists discover a promising strategy for development of broad-spectrum antiviral therapies

Light-Seq technology for barcoding and deep-sequencing selected cell populations in tissues

Brain changes can be studied in very early stages of neurodegenerative diseases

The role of oxidative stress in congenital syndromes

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