Genomics
What to do when genetic tests reveal links to cardiovascular disease: Scientific statement
Increased use of genetic testing means that people may discover they have an incidentally-found genetic abnormality, or gene variant, associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a scientific statement published Monday in the American Heart Association journal Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine. Read More
Shared genetic markers linked with substance use disorders
By combing through genomic data from more than one million people, scientists have identified genes commonly inherited across addiction disorders, regardless of the substance being used. Read More
RNA-seq analysis links protein to spread of pancreatic cancer, reveals potential drug target
An analysis of 400 pancreatic cancer tumor samples has linked a protein that controls RNA processing to the formation of metastases, suggesting that it may be possible to delay the spread of the cancer. Read More
CRISPR/Cas9 mouse model reveals cellular function changes that drive rare disease
A CRISPR/Cas9 mouse model has shown how mutations that cause a rare disease affect cellular function, shedding light on how to monitor and treat the condition in the process. Read More
Correlation of enzyme to survival reveals potential target for metastatic solid tumors
The enzyme lysyl hydroxylase 1 (LH1) promotes the migration and metastasis of solid tumor cells and is associated with shorter survival, according to a recent study published in Molecular Cancer. Read More
Illumina, Myriad Genetics provide U.S. access to HRD research test
Illumina and Myriad Genetics have expanded a strategic partnership aimed at broadening access to oncology homologous recombination deficiency (HRD) testing for oncology. Read More
At SLAS 2023, companies showcase, launch advanced automation and screening technologies
At the Society for Laboratory Automation and Screening (SLAS) 2023 International Conference and Exhibition, being held in San Diego from February 25 to March 1, numerous firms have announced that they are showcasing emerging technologies for advanced life science applications. Read More
Agilent Technologies announces integrated on-deck thermal cycler for NGS platform
Agilent Technologies on Monday announced the release of an on-deck thermal cycler (ODTC) that integrates with its Bravo NGS automated liquid handling platform. Read More
Beckman Coulter, Sciex collaborate on high-throughput screening workflows
Life science analytical technologies company Sciex on Monday announced a collaboration with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences to provide comprehensive workflows for high-throughput screening; high-throughput absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (HT-ADME); and synthetic biology studies. Read More
Analysis of genome-wide methylomic variations reveal epigenetic changes in Alzheimer’s brains
DNA methylation affects gene and protein co-expression networks associated with Alzheimer’s disease and offers a novel way to treat the condition, according to new research. Read More
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