Mitofusin 2: Mechanism behind intracellular connection
Scientists Unveil the Mechanism Behind Intracellular Connection: Mitofusin 2 is the Lock and Key. Researchers at IRB Barcelona, the University…
Genetics
New research uncovers ‘core’ genes for type 1 diabetes
New research, funded by Diabetes UK, has uncovered nine 'core' genes that directly impact the risk of type 1 diabetes.…
Previously unknown antibiotic resistance widespread among bacteria
Genes that make bacteria resistant to antibiotics are much more widespread in our environment than was previously realised. A new…
Cold climate adaptations promoted social evolution
New study shows how adaptations to living in a cold climate promoted social evolution. For the first time ever, scientists have…
Global network to detect and prevent infectious disease threat
WHO and partners are launching a global network to help protect people from infectious disease threats through the power of…
Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes
Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes, while others increase risk: New research presented today at the Diabetes…
Most Brits have Neanderthal DNA
A leading testing expert says DNA genotype testing is revealing how most of us have a little Neanderthal in our…
Advances in Motor neuron disease treatments
Advances in Motor neuron disease treatments: Research at The University of Queensland could eventually help develop viable treatments - and…
Genetic signature of precursor to liver cancer
Curtin researchers map genetic signature of precursor to liver cancer: Researchers at Curtin University have identified the genetic signature of…
Orkney cancer gene link testing
One in 100 people who have grandparents from Orkney have a gene variant that causes a higher risk of developing…