Genomics
CRISPR pioneer finds new genome-editing systems in analysis of viral genomes
The discovery of CRISPR-Cas enzymes in bacteriophages has revealed a new source of potential tools for editing the genome. Read More
Scientists uncover viral vectors that cross the blood-brain barrier
Using a "directed-evolution" strategy in mice and macaques, scientists at the Broad Institute of Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Harvard have identified adeno-associated viruses that cross the blood-brain barrier, advancing efforts to develop neurological disease gene therapies. Read More
Researchers expand CRISPR-based genome engineering toolbox
North Carolina State University researchers have expanded the CRISPR-based gene editing toolbox with new DNA integrases that have potential applications for biotechnology and therapeutics. Read More
CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing links RNA-binding protein to immunotherapy resistance
Using CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, Swiss researchers have provided evidence that expression of an RNA-binding protein helps tumors to evade the immune system. Read More
Multiplexed 'CAR Pooling' accelerates evaluation of anticancer cell therapy receptors
Researchers have developed a new method for comparing massive numbers of CAR T cells, each with slightly different molecular features, to determine which is most effective and long-lasting against cancer. Read More
Maps of genetic subclones in tumors point to new way to treat cancers
Researchers have combined whole-genome sequencing with other techniques to generate detailed quantitative maps of genetic subclones in tumors, which they contend provide a complete view of cancer that has not been previously possible. Read More
CRISPR-based method finds chromosomal deletion linked to cancer outcomes
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center researchers have developed a new CRISPR-based method for studying large-scale genetic changes that frequently happen in cancer, identifying deletions that mediate immune evasion and metastasis. Read More
Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa 2022 Recap
The Science and Medicine Group team was onsite at this year's Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa getting the who, what, and when on the product announcements, science sessions, and deals taking place this year. Find out what we learned in our recap. Read More
DNA barcoding shows how breast cancer cells evade the immune system
Using DNA barcodes, scientists at Australia’s Garvan Institute of Medical Research have revealed how cancer cells can evade the immune system and render immunotherapies ineffective. Read More
Gene therapy targets overactive brain cells in mice, potential neurological treatment
University College London researchers have developed a gene therapy for neurological and psychiatric diseases that reduces the excitability of overactive brain cells. Tested in mice, the scientists contend the treatment could potentially be used in human brain diseases caused by excessive activity of a small number of brain cells. Read More
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