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Scientists Map Gene Sequence of Drug Resistant VRSA

American scientists have mapped the gene sequence of all the known strains of drug resistant MRSA leading to hopes that new drugs can be developed to treat the infection caused by the bacteria.

Marker in Premies' Saliva Predicts Readiness to Feed by Mouth

The fact that the presence of a gene strongly linked to appetite regulation is highly predictive of a premature infant's readiness to feed orally was shown by Tufts Medical Center researchers.

Recovery From MS Maybe With Growth Factor In Stem Cells

Substance found in the human mesenchymal stem cells that encourages growth seems to spur restoration of nerves and their function in rodent models of

'Rare' Genetic Variants are Surprisingly Common: Report Life Scientists

A large survey of human genetic variation shows that rare genetic variants are not so rare after all and offers insights into human diseases. This was

Genetic Test Results Do Not Trigger Increased Use of Health Services: NIH-Led Study

There are increasing opportunities for people to participate in genetic testing that can indicate their range of risk for developing a disease. According

Gene Therapy Aids Kids With Rare, Untreatable Brain Disease for the Better

Employing gene transfer methods initiated by University of Florida faculty, Taiwanese doctors have restored some mobility in four children confined to bed with a rare, critical neurological disease.

Success Drive Riveted In Our Genes, Probably

Inclination towards determination, sociability and self-control and sense of purpose is in our genes justify scientists who claim that's how some people are born a success.

Common Diseases may be Better Understood by Studying Abundance of Rare DNA Changes Following Population Explosion

Recent research has revealed that one-letter switches in the DNA code occur much more frequently in human genomes than anticipated. The abundance

Genes Influence Traits Like Self Control and Sociability

A new study has revealed that some of the traits, such as self-control, sociability and decision making, may be greatly influenced by genes. A study

Scientists Identify Mutation Behind Rare Genetic Disorder

The genetic cause of a birth defect known as Hamamy syndrome has been identified by scientists. The discovery made by scientists at A*STAR's Institute

Key Genes and Prototype Predictive Test for Schizophrenia Identified

A comprehensive group of genes most associated with schizophrenia has been identified by an Indiana University-led research team, along with a group of national and international collaborators.

Scientist Grows Bone from Human Embryonic Stem Cells

Scientist on a recent study showed that human embryonic stem cells can be used to grow bone tissue grafts. The study is the first example of

Successful Stem Cell Differentiation Requires DNA Compaction: Study

Chromatin compaction or DNA compaction is essential for proper embryonic stem cell differentiation to occur, say researchers. Chromatin, which is composed

Missing Gene in Decision-Making Center in Brain Linked to a Form of Autism

A new study by Yale University researchers has revealed that a recently evolved pattern of gene activity in the language and decision-making centers of

Sex Chromosomes are Here for the Long Haul: Research

The way in which genes on sex-linked chromosomes are passed down generations and linked to fertility has been clarified by researchers who used a specific

Dental Stem Cell Research for Therapeutic Purposes

Stem cells derived from dental tissues have been evaluated for characteristics that may make them therapeutically useful and appropriate for transplantation

Genetic Mutation Causing Rare Form of Signal Muscular Atrophy Identified

Researchers have discovered the genetic mutation causing a rare, inherited spinal muscular atrophy. "Typical spinal muscular atrophies begin in infancy

Gene Sequencing and Proper Diagnosis

Diagnoses for seven children out of twelve who were experiencing developmental delays and congenital abnormalities for mysterious reasons has been provided by gene sequencing in a clinical setting.

Gene-modified Stem Cell Transplants Protect Cancer Patients

Genetically-modified stem cells guard patients from the toxic effects of chemotherapy, shows study. "We found that patients were able to tolerate

Gene That Leads to Weight Gain With Antipsychotic Treatment Identified

Researchers have discovered the gene that ups weight gain in those treated with antipsychotic drugs. These findings were published in the May issue of iArchives of General Psychiatry/i.

Discovery Of Genetic Pathway Impacting Spread Of Cancer Cells: Study

A new genetic pathway influencing the spread of cancer cells has been identified by Dr. Joseph Torchia in a new study from Lawson Health Research Institute.

Communication Amid Stem Cell-Derived Motor Neurons And Muscle Cells Measured by UCLA Scientists

The core causes of neurological disorders impairing motor functions suchlike walking and breathing, a novel system to measure the communication between

Functionally Younger Makeover of Aged Hematopoietic Stem Cells

Aged hematopoietic stem cells has been rejuvenated to be functionally younger, offering intriguing clues into how medicine may soon avert some of the ailments of old age, aver researchers.

Stem Cells Poised to Self-destruct for the Good of the Embryo: Study

Embryonic stem cells just added another feather to its hat. According to a study published online on May 3, 2012 in the journal iMolecular Cell/i

Dynamic Change in Human Stem Cells Revealed

A new type of dynamic change in human stem cells has been revealed by The Scripps Research Institute scientists. Last year, this team reported

Genetic Abnormalities Help Predict Relapse of Prostate Cancer

Genetic abnormalities known as copy number variation in benign or malignant tissues predict relapse of prostate cancer, say researchers. Their report

Study Explains How Disease-Causing Gene Mutations Are Inherited

Researchers have found reasons which may help explain on how certain disease-causing gene mutations are passed from mother to child. The research

New Functions Of Cohesin Relevant for Human Disease Described By CNIO Researchers

A ring-shaped protein complex involved in the spatial organization of the genome and in mitotic chromosome structure is known as Cohesin. Vertebrate

Prdm16 Is A Novel Gene Important for Craniofacial Development: Study

A baby is born with a facial cleft every hour, of every day of the year, in the United States! These birth defects result from both gene mutations and environmental insults.

Genetic Variation Responsible for Melanesian Blonde Hair

A new study published in the journal Science reveals that a genetic variation among people living in the South Pacific was responsible for the darkest

Gene Linked to Missing Spleen in Newborns Identified

The first gene associated with a rare condition in which infants are born without a spleen has been discovered by researchers. The gene, Nkx2.5, was shown

Gene Influences Sense of Smell

Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have discovered a gene that plays a vital role in deciding whether a plate of pork smells like a vanilla or urine and sweat.

Genetic Systems Disrupted in Autistic Brain Discovered

Hebrew University of Jerusalem scientists have identified the genetic systems disorganized in autistic brain. The Hebrew University research, conducted by Dr.

Key To Fertility In Mammals Is Gene Involved In Sperm-To-Egg Binding

Experts from Durham University have identified a new gene that could help the development of fertility treatments in humans in the future. Scientists

Doubling the Information from the Double Helix

While research has revealed how genes control certain characteristics, there is very little data available on what exactly controls these genes. Researchers

Expression of Mutant Oncogenes Critical for Survival of Advanced Pancreatic Cancers

Advanced pancreatic cancer cannot sustain itself unless it receives much needed fuel from mutant oncogenes that "rewire" key metabolic pathways to feed

Haploid Embryonic Stem Cells can be Used to Produce Genetically Modified Animals for Laboratories

Haploid embryonic stem cells (haESCs) can be used instead of sperms to produce new genetically modified animals that can be used in scientific research,

Genetic Pathway Associated With Heart can be Used to Treat Obesity and Diabetes

Manipulating a genetic pathway associated with heart could help provide more effective strategies in treating obesity, diabetes and heart disease, a new

Rigging Heart-Specific Gene Pathway Perhaps Aids in Treating Obesity, Diabetes

Premiering a demonstration by scientists of a heart that can regulate energy balance throughout the body, a result that may lead to effective treatments for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

Genetic Mutations Associated With Fragile X can also be Linked to Autism

Fragile X syndrome could be linked to autism after a new study published in the journal Neuron found that both the conditions shared several genes and genetic mutations.

Geneticists Identify Genes Responsible for Pygmies' Small Stature

Genes linked to Pygmies' relatively small stature have been discovered by geneticists. The work also provides evidence based on genetic signatures

Gene That Inhibits Pancreatic Cancer Spread Identified

A gene that inhibits the spread of pancreatic cancer tumours has been discovered by scientists. This key finding paves way for targeted treatment of one of the deadliest forms of the disease.

Clinical Trials to be Appraised by Stem Cell Division

A stem cell division to evaluate proposals relating to stem cell research has been established by The Directorate General of Health Services, said Ghulam

Broken Hearts may be Mended by Gene Switch

By converting injured cells into healthy beating muscle cells using microRNA, researchers have for the first time come up with a new approach to repair damaged hearts.

Scineitsts Identify Novel Genetic Loci for High-frequency Hearing Loss

Despite exhaustive research, the genetics responsible for frequency-specific hearing loss have remained elusive until recently. Now, a study published

Blindness may be Prevented by Fetal Membrane Transplantation

A Loyola University Medical Center study has found that transplanting tissue from newborn fetal membranes prevents blindness in patients Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

Fetal Hippocampal Tissue Transplants Adversely Affected by 'Western Diet'

Researchers have found that in middle-aged laboratory rats the high saturated fat and high cholesterol (HFHC) reduced neuronal development. While

Gene Critical to Development and Spread of Lung Cancer Identified

Researchers have discovered a single gene that promotes initial development of most common form of lung cancer. The study, published in the

New Stem Cell in Brain That may Cure Diseases and Heal Brain Injury Identified

A new stem cell in the adult brain has been discovered by scientists that can hopefully be used to develop methods that can repair diseases and injury to the brain.

Prospering Field Of Genetics in Soft Tissue Injuries: AMSSM

'Born to Break Down? Genetics in Soft Tissue Injuries' will be presented by South African sports medicine expert Martin Schwellnus, MD, PhD at the 21st