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Uncovering how developmental genes are held in a poised state

Researchers from the Voigt lab have extended our understanding of how developmental genes are held in a poised state to…

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Uncovering the role of Y chromosome genes in male fertility in mice

Researchers at the Crick have uncovered which genes on the Y chromosome regulate the development of sperm and impact fertility…

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Mind’s eye: Pineal gland photoreceptor’s 2 genes help fish detect color

We see color because photoreceptor cones in our eyes detect light waves corresponding to red, green, and blue, while dimness…

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These 11 genes may help us better understand forever chemicals’ effects on the brain

Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS) earn their “forever chemical” moniker by persisting in water, soil and even the human…

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Zebrafish protein unlocks dormant genes for heart repair

Researchers from the Bakkers group at the Hubrecht Institute have successfully repaired damaged mouse hearts using a protein from zebrafish.…

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Genes linked to deadly parasites’ spread beyond Africa identified

The findings reveal that climate change and measures to control populations of tsetse flies, which carry the disease, may drive…

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Salmon genes unlock secrets of puberty and evolution

A study carried out at the University of Helsinki shows how a single gene in Atlantic salmon can dramatically influence…

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Advancements in genomic research reveal alternative transcription initiation sites in thousands of soybean genes

Rosalind Franklin, James Watson and Francis Crick discovered the structure of DNA — that molecular blueprint for life — over…

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Could a new medical approach fix faulty genes before birth?

A new study shows that a biomedical tool can successfully deliver genetic material to edit faulty genes in developing fetal…

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Gut bacteria transfer genes to disable weapons of their competitors

Bacteria evolve rapidly in the human gut by sharing genetic elements with each other. Bacteriodales is a prolific order of…

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