New Era For Gene Editing: Tech Corrects Complex DNA

A new gene-editing technique enables the correction of multiple genetic mutations simultaneously, transforming the prospects ...
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Multiple protein forms from a single gene offer fresh insight into rare disease mechanisms

Iain Cheeseman and colleagues reveal the underappreciated role of single genes producing multiple proteins in atypical ...
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Researchers have found a ‘clear genetic trigger for obesity’ that applies to some people

Obesity isn’t just a matter of food and exercise — it may be in your genetic code, according to new research. “Obesity’s causes are very complex and in the majority of cases, the combination of many ...
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Pancreatic cells 'remember' epigenetic precancerous marks without genetic sequence mutations

Scientists say they have found a pattern of so-called epigenetic 'marks' in a transition state between normal and pancreatic cancer cells in mice, and that the normal cells may keep at least a ...

Genetic mutation suppresses inflammatory response—could be basis for novel treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

Research led by York University's Faculty of Health reveals how a specific mutation in a protein called TRAF1 can shut down ...
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Data analysis reveals 1 in 12 patients with multiple cancers carries inherited genetic risk

A new study reveals that about one in 12 patients who are diagnosed with two or more different types of cancer were born with a mutation in a known cancer risk gene. This discovery could reshape how ...