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Newswise: Lychee's dormant dance: genetic maestro LcSVP2 controls the rhythm of rest
Released: 27-Aug-2024 12:05 AM EDT
Lychee's dormant dance: genetic maestro LcSVP2 controls the rhythm of rest
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A pioneering study has uncovered the genetic basis of dormancy in lychee trees, a tropical evergreen perennial. The research identifies LcSVP2 as a critical gene in the regulation of terminal bud dormancy.

Released: 26-Aug-2024 5:05 PM EDT
Beckman announces 2024 research seed grant awardees
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

One seeded project will investigate the genetic basis of altered behavior and brain function related to autism spectrum disorder, while the other project aims to explore how collagen dysfunction affects tissue structure and function.

Released: 26-Aug-2024 2:05 PM EDT
Closing the RNA Loop Holds Promise for More Stable, Effective RNA Therapies
University of California San Diego

New methods to shape RNA molecules into circles could lead to more effective and long-lasting therapies, shows a study by researchers at the University of California San Diego. The advance holds promise for a range of diseases, offering a more enduring alternative to existing RNA therapies, which often suffer from short-lived effectiveness in the body.

Newswise: Rootstock secrets: how engineered walnuts combat drought through grafting
Released: 26-Aug-2024 4:05 AM EDT
Rootstock secrets: how engineered walnuts combat drought through grafting
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A cutting-edge study has revealed how genetic signals from rootstocks influence drought resistance in grafted walnut trees. Researchers found that by modifying the JrGA20ox1 gene in rootstocks, they could significantly enhance the trees' ability to cope with water scarcity. The study demonstrates a powerful new method for improving agricultural resilience to climate change, offering hope for sustaining walnut production under increasingly challenging environmental conditions.

Newswise: Tomato tangles: cell wall components key to fruit ripening unveiled
Released: 26-Aug-2024 1:05 AM EDT
Tomato tangles: cell wall components key to fruit ripening unveiled
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A pioneering study has revealed the crucial role of cell wall components in tomato fruit ripening. By investigating the effects of altered SlP4H3 gene expression on arabinogalactan proteins (AGPs), researchers have illuminated the complex biochemical processes that control fruit maturation. This discovery could revolutionize agricultural practices, paving the way for tomato varieties with enhanced texture, nutritional value, and resilience to environmental challenges.

Released: 23-Aug-2024 3:05 PM EDT
MSU discovers method for CRISPR-based genome editing in Nile grass rats
Michigan State University

A team of researchers at Michigan State University has discovered a set of methods that enabled the first successful CRISPR-based genome editing in Nile grass rats.

Newswise: Targeting the uncommon: advances in detecting and treating rare genetic variants of colorectal cancer
Released: 23-Aug-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Targeting the uncommon: advances in detecting and treating rare genetic variants of colorectal cancer
Chinese Academy of Sciences

Recent research highlights the importance of targeted therapies for treating advanced colorectal cancer (CRC) with rare genetic variants. These mutations, often linked to poor prognosis and limited response to conventional treatments, are being addressed through advanced sequencing technologies and new targeted drugs. This study explores the clinical diagnosis and treatment strategies tailored to these unique genetic profiles.

Released: 23-Aug-2024 8:00 AM EDT
Multiple sclerosis appears to protect against Alzheimer’s disease
Washington University in St. Louis

A collaborative investigation among WashU Medicine experts in Alzheimer’s disease and multiple sclerosis (MS) finds evidence that MS patients are less likely to have amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease, than adults without MS.

Newswise: Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Genetic Diversity of Post-Roman Elites
Released: 22-Aug-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Ancient DNA Sheds Light on the Genetic Diversity of Post-Roman Elites
Stony Brook University

A new study of ancient DNA by a team of international researchers and co-led by Krishna R. Veeramah, PhD, of Stony Brook University, provides insight into the development and social structures of European rural communities following the fall of the Roman Empire. The findings, published in a paper in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), suggest that early medieval elites, or those of higher social status, were initially made up of multiple families with distinct genetic ancestries. However, over time these families intermarried and also the local communities integrated genetically diverse newcomers from a variety of different social and cultural backgrounds.

   
Newswise: Genomic treasure trove: Vernicia montana's DNA unearths new breeding horizons
Released: 21-Aug-2024 9:05 AM EDT
Genomic treasure trove: Vernicia montana's DNA unearths new breeding horizons
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A pioneering study has unveiled the genetic blueprint of Vernicia montana, a plant renowned for its high-value tung oil and ornamental beauty. The research decodes its chromosome-level genome, providing unparalleled insights into its evolution and setting the stage for advanced molecular breeding and sex identification methods.

Newswise: From genome to grocer's aisle: decoding the chinese cherry for firmer fruits
Released: 21-Aug-2024 9:05 AM EDT
From genome to grocer's aisle: decoding the chinese cherry for firmer fruits
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A significant milestone in horticultural genomics has been reached with the successful decoding of the tetraploid Chinese cherry genome. This study provides essential insights into the genetic factors that influence fruit firmness, a critical trait for enhancing the cherry’s market appeal and transportation durability.

Released: 21-Aug-2024 9:00 AM EDT
Endocrine Society honors endocrinology field’s leaders with 2025 Laureate Awards
Endocrine Society

The Endocrine Society today announced it has chosen 14 leading endocrinologists as winners of its prestigious 2025 Laureate Awards, the top honors in the field.

Newswise: Bulwark of blooms: the lily's secret armor against plant pathogens
Released: 21-Aug-2024 8:05 AM EDT
Bulwark of blooms: the lily's secret armor against plant pathogens
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A cutting-edge study reveals the biochemical defense system of the wild lily, Lilium regale, which demonstrates remarkable resistance against Fusarium wilt—a major threat to the floriculture industry. The research uncovers the lily's robust defense mechanisms, spotlighting the critical role of phenylpropanoid metabolism and the regulatory influence of specific transcription factors. These findings offer valuable insights for developing crops with enhanced disease resistance.

Newswise: Advances in Bermudagrass Research Highlight Genetic Insights and Future Potential for Environmental Resilience
Released: 19-Aug-2024 11:05 PM EDT
Advances in Bermudagrass Research Highlight Genetic Insights and Future Potential for Environmental Resilience
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A research team has reviewed significant progress in understanding the growth and stress response mechanisms in bermudagrass, a widely distributed and valuable grass species.

Released: 19-Aug-2024 3:05 PM EDT
UChicago lands $7.4 million grant to study how cells adapt to surroundings
University of Chicago Medical Center

Eight-member team from UChicago and Northwestern will launch the Cellular Adaptation Lab to study how fundamental cellular behaviors are linked to disease and responses to climate change.

Newswise: Targeting cancer with precision: neoantigen vaccines show promise
Released: 19-Aug-2024 7:05 AM EDT
Targeting cancer with precision: neoantigen vaccines show promise
Chinese Academy of Sciences

In an elegant fusion of science and medicine, neoantigen cancer vaccines are emerging as a formidable strategy in the battle against cancer. These vaccines, a testament to the power of personalized medicine, target cancer's unique protein signatures, rallying the immune system for a precise and potent attack.

Newswise: Chloroplast Genome Study Separates C. meiocarpa and C. oleifera to Enhance Tea-Oil Camellia Breeding and Genetic Research
Released: 19-Aug-2024 5:05 AM EDT
Chloroplast Genome Study Separates C. meiocarpa and C. oleifera to Enhance Tea-Oil Camellia Breeding and Genetic Research
Chinese Academy of Sciences

A research team sequenced and analyzed the complete chloroplast genomes of C. oleifera and C. meiocarpa, uncovering significant differences that clarified their phylogenetic relationship.

Newswise: Searching old stem cells that stay young forever
Released: 19-Aug-2024 5:00 AM EDT
Searching old stem cells that stay young forever
University of Vienna

The sea anemone Nematostella vectensis is potentially immortal. Using molecular genetic methods, developmental biologists led by Ulrich Technau from the University of Vienna have now identified possible candidates for multipotent stem cells in the sea anemone for the first time. These stem cells are regulated by evolutionary highly conserved genes, which in humans are usually only active in the formation of egg and sperm cells, but give ancient animal phyla such as cnidarians a high degree of regenerative capacity to even escape ageing. The results are currently being published in Science Advances and could also provide insights into the human ageing process in the future.

   
Newswise: Rare diseases point to connections between metabolism and immunity
16-Aug-2024 10:45 AM EDT
Rare diseases point to connections between metabolism and immunity
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Inherited diseases of metabolism and immunity have more in common than previously recognized, according to a new study published in the journal Science Immunology. The findings point to a new set of metabolic genes that are important for the function of immune system T cells, and they offer insights that could improve care for patients with these disorders.

Newswise: Improvement and application of genetic resources of grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella)
Released: 16-Aug-2024 10:05 AM EDT
Improvement and application of genetic resources of grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella)
Chinese Academy of Sciences

Grass carp is one of the most productive freshwater fish and plays an important role in ensuring protein supply. This paper reviews the main research achievements of grass carp, such as morphology, cytogenetics, molecular population genetics and so on.



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