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Revolutionizing Gene Therapy: Advancements in CRISPR-Cas9-Based Genome Editing
Cutting-edge gene therapy: Bar-Ilan Univ. researchers pioneer CRISPR-Cas9 advancements for precise genetic disorder treatment.
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Unveiling the Genetic Mysteries of Endangered Butternut Trees
by Manuel Costaby Manuel CostaThis article delves into a University of Connecticut project where undergraduates have sequenced the DNA of the endangered butternut tree. …
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Unraveling the Enigma of Migraine: Identification of Genetic Factors and Potential Treatment Approaches
by Amir Husseinby Amir HusseinUnraveling the Enigma of Migraine: Identification of Genetic Factors and Potential Treatment ApproachesA recent investigation published in Nature Genetics scrutinizes …
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Unveiling the Most Comprehensive Single-Cell Brain Map to Date: A Pioneering Milestone in Neuroscience
This article discusses the creation of the most comprehensive primate brain atlas, encompassing 4.2 million cells. An international effort, it …
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Unveiling the Immune Mechanisms of Bats: Potential Avenues for Antiviral and Anticancer Therapies
Unveiling the Immune Mechanisms of Bats: Potential Avenues for Antiviral and Anticancer TherapiesBats, distinguished as the only mammals capable of …
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DNA Larceny: Recent Studies Uncover Parasites’ Ability to Control Host Behavior Using Pilfered Genes
Recent study led by Tappei Mishina reveals horsehair worms manipulate insect hosts using genes acquired from the hosts, highlighting the …
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Is a Widely Used Antiplatelet Drug Ineffective for a Significant Population Segment? New Research Indicates Concerns
by Manuel Costaby Manuel CostaNew research reveals that 57% of British South Asians have a genetic variant that inhibits the effectiveness of the antiplatelet …
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Unveiling the Intricacies of the Human Brain: Over 3,000 Distinct Cell Types Identified
by Manuel Costaby Manuel CostaIn a landmark research initiative backed by the BRAIN Initiative, scientists identify over 3,000 unique brain cell types, advancing our …
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Unveiling the Brain: A Comprehensive Examination of Neuropsychiatric Conditions Through the Human Brain Cell Atlas
by Klaus Müllerby Klaus MüllerIn a collaborative study led by UC San Diego, scientists mapped gene switches in diverse brain cells, revealing connections to …