DNA Helix Torsional Stiffness Measured Through a Novel Technique to Understand How Cells Work

MEDICINE & HEALTH 08.12.2021 06:57 AM

A new method of measuring how stiff are DNA torsions was recently developed by scientists from Cornell.

Genetic Variants Seen Potential in Determining Menopause in Women in Terms of Timing, Age

08.04.2021 23:10 PM

Researchers discovered 290 genetic variants that will help predict menopause in women when the condition occurred. The variants could not tell yet though if menopause is occurring earlier or later as expected.

AI Used to Predict 3D Structures of Proteins Made by Human Genome; Critical for Advancing Medicine

07.23.2021 07:20 AM

Scientists have been using AlphaFold artificial intelligence (AI) system to accelerate scientific projects that aim to develop new drugs for diseases and enzymes that can break down plastics. It offers a large dataset that unlocks advances in medicine.

How The Transcription Factor Guides the DNA in Specialized Cell Development

07.20.2021 02:30 AM

Across all the cells in our body is a copy of the DNA - the blueprint that determines how each cell develops to create a unique you. A common question is how does it differentiate between the various forms and functions of the 37 trillion cells in each of us.

Experts Analyzed Genomes of Early Caucasian Human Without Using Skeletal Remains

07.13.2021 06:29 AM

The cave of Satsurblia gave a rare opportunity for anthropology experts to have a glimpse of the early Caucasian human from the ice age.

Junk RNA From Evolutionary Pathogens Can Induce Blood Regeneration After Chemotherapy Treatment

07.12.2021 23:31 PM

Pathogens that were developed in our evolution millions of years can help induce blood regeneration after chemotherapy.

Leonardo da Vinci's Family Tree Traced Through His DNA, 14 Descendants Found Living Today

07.08.2021 02:17 AM

Experts from Italy have already completed Leonardo da Vinci's family tree. The genealogy reveals 14 living descendants in the present day.

Exception to Genetic Inheritance: One Worm Passes Biological Trait via Memory, Not Genes

07.07.2021 05:00 AM

There remains an exception to the genetic inheritance- and two teams have investigated a case where a biological trait was transferred not through genes, but through a memory mechanism.

Tuna Sandwich Mystery: Was There Really No Tuna DNA in America's Largest Sandwich Chain?

07.05.2021 00:53 AM

America's largest sandwich chain is facing a lawsuit claiming that laboratory tests showed no tuna DNA in their famous foot-long sandwich. But is this claim true? Here's what an expert says.

Space Pups from Freeze-Dried Mouse Sperm Stored in ISS for 6 Years Are Large, Healthy

06.15.2021 07:36 AM

After exposing to high levels of cosmic radiation, freeze-dried mouse sperm stored in the International Space Station produced surprisingly healthy space pups.

New Harmless Bacteria Strain Could Fight Dog's Bad Breath, Could Last for Up to Two Hours!

05.13.2021 01:17 AM

Scientists from the University of Arizona have developed a harmless bacteria strain that cures bad breath in dogs. It is modified to mimic the smell of pear and mint.

Cancer Cells Manipulate 3D Structure of Their DNA , Enhancing Oncogene Activity

05.11.2021 22:20 PM

Scientists used algorithms to examine how cancer cells re-organize the 3D structure of their DNA to increase the activity of oncogenes, which promotes the proliferation of cancer cells.

Unidentified 'Gene at Fault' Prevents Antibodies Formation

05.05.2021 22:14 PM

CHOP researchers recently discovered the genetic mutation responsible for a boy's condition, which prevents him and other patients like him from forming antibodies and B cells to combat infections.

Longevity Study Shows People Over 105 Years Old Have More Efficient DNA Repair

05.05.2021 21:46 PM

Researchers may have found the key to longevity after study people aged 105 and older. These people tend to have one thing in common in their genes.

Bacteriophages: There's a Whole Army of Viruses That Have Genomes Unique to Their Own

05.04.2021 23:29 PM

Some bacteriophages have completely changed their way of encoding their DNA throughout their evolution in a race to destroy their prey.

Smelling Changes in DNA Structures Now Possible, Showing Immense Potential for Disease Prevention

05.04.2021 22:45 PM

Researchers at the University of California - Riverdale devised a "chemical nose" that could sniff out changes in the DNA structure, such as folds in the DNA sequence, to prevent diseases.

Methylation of mRNA Molecules Dependent on Diet: Why Gene Regulation is Essential?

04.29.2021 22:28 PM

Two teams of researchers from the Switzerland-based University of Geneva recently discovered a diet-dependent mechanism for the regulation of RNA maturation.

DNA Analysis of Extinct Horned Crocodile Reveals New Spot in Family Tree of True Crocodiles

04.27.2021 22:33 PM

Scientists at the American Museum of Natural History found clues on the DNA of the extinct horned crocodile, suggesting that it is closely related to true crocodiles, such as the famous Nile crocodile.

National DNA Day 2021: How to Join the Celebration and Some Important Facts About the Double Helix Structure

04.25.2021 21:41 PM

National DNA Day 2021 is an important celebration of scientific discovery. It is worthy to celebrate as it commemorates the discovery of the double-helix structure of DNA in 1953 and the Human Genome's Project's completion in 2003.

New Skin Repair Study Takes Organ Regeneration One Step Closer

04.23.2021 04:14 AM

A study of researchers from the University of Michigan sheds new light on skin repair that brings the possibility of organ regeneration one step closer.

Toxic Masculinity, Repetitive Sections of Y Chromosomes Results in Shorter Life Span for Male Flies

04.23.2021 01:52 AM

A study found the reason why women tend to have a longer life than men. Scientists tested male flies and found that the repetitive sections of Y chromosomes in their DNA could reduce their lifespan.