Expelled DNA that Traps Toxins May Backfire in ObeseThe body’s most powerful immune cells may have a radical way of catching their prey that could backfire on people who are overweight.
Developing Cancer DrugsResearchers find therapeutic potential in ‘undruggable’ target.
Aspirin May Fight Cancer by Slowing DNA DamageUCSF-led study of patients with pre-cancerous conditions probed NSAID effects on mutation rate.
Precocious Puberty Gene FoundBroad Institute scientists have discovered a gene which causes some cases of early-onset puberty.
Developmental Protein Plays Role in Spread of CancerA protein used by embryo cells during early development, and recently found in many different types of cancer, apparently serves as a switch regulating metastasis.
Bringing Out the Usual – and Unusual – Cancer Genomics SuspectsSeveral years ago, researchers sequencing lung cancer genomes encountered a number of red herrings.
Yale Researchers Unravel Genetics of Dyslexia and Language ImpairmentA new study of the genetic origins of dyslexia and other learning disabilities could allow for earlier diagnoses and more successful interventions.
Circuitry of Cells Involved in Immunity, Autoimmune Diseases ExposedConnections point to interplay between salt and genetic factors.
Two Gene Variants May Predict Who Will Benefit from Breast Cancer Prevention DrugsNIH-supported discovery could advance individualized care of high-risk women.
Supreme Court Rules That Human Genes Can’t Be PatentedMost agree that the ruling reduces barriers to genetic testing and enables scientists to further genetic research and share data aimed ultimately at preventing and curing disease.
