New base editing techniques accurately modify genes in human embryos

by rss feed | Sep 9, 2026 | News Feeds

A study by researchers at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons has found that new cutting-edge techniques can accurately edit genes in human embryos-giving scientists indispensable tools for understanding normal human development-but has also...

New genetic map helps track aggressive prostate cancer development

by rss feed | Sep 9, 2026 | News Feeds

Prostate cancer is the second most common form of cancer among men globally. Yet, we still know relatively little about why the disease develops or why some men live with it for years while in others it progresses aggressively. Read Original...

New genomic language AI model excels in predicting the pathogenicity of genetic variants

by rss feed | Sep 9, 2026 | News Feeds

More than two decades after scientists first sequenced the entire human genome - all 3 billion "letters," or base pairs, of DNA code - the meaning of much of this code remains a mystery. Read Original...

Caloric restriction reduces genetic mutations across the mouse genome

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Mutations are changes in the molecular "letters" that make up DNA, the genetic blueprint for cells. Mutations build up with age in every cell when DNA is damaged or when cells make mistakes in fixing or copying it. Read Original...

Laser-carved microvalves prevent hazardous backflow in medical microcatheters

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A single cough, deep breath, or shift in posture can turn life-saving medical microcatheters into hazardous two-way streets. Read Original...