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Personalized Medicine – News and Features

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RNA-Editing Protein May Improve Cancer and Autoimmune Disease Treatment

Researchers uncover new insights into the molecular mechanisms of ADAR1, a protein that regulates RNA-induced immune responses. Their findings could open new pathways for treating autoimmune diseases and enhancing cancer immunotherapy.
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The Dawning of Multimodal Genetics

This article explores 6-base genome sequencing and how it is empowering researchers to expand their studies to include both genetic and epigenetic data. 
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Bioenergetic Age Could Be Key Indicator of Alzheimer’s Risk

A person’s “bioenergetic age”, or how youthfully their cells generate energy, might be a key indicator of whether they’re at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, new research from Weill Cornell Medicine shows.

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Molecular Switch Boosts Stem Cell Numbers for Therapies

A single molecular switch is essential for blood stem cells to enter an activated, regenerative state in which they produce new blood cells, according to a preclinical study led by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators.
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Translational Omics – The Role of Biomarkers and Mass Spectrometry

Thomas Moehring highlights how advanced technologies such as mass spectrometry, automation and AI are accelerating biomarker discovery and clinical applications, leading to breakthroughs in diagnostics and therapies for complex diseases.
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New Approach Enables Noninvasive Monitoring of Molecular Processes in Deep Tissue

A new approach to monitoring molecular processes deep in tissues could accelerate personalized medicine, cancer diagnostics and disease detection.
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Could a Common Malaria Drug Help Fight Cancer?

Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have secured a patent for the anti-malarial drug pyronaridine, which they hope to repurpose as a cancer treatment.
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Mapping the Plasma Proteome: Unlocking Biomarkers for Precision Medicine

Next-generation proteomics is enabling researchers to explore the proteome with unprecedented depth and scale. This article will explore recent advances in the application of high-throughput proteomics in precision medicine.
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Synthetic Microbiome Therapy Offers Safer Alternative to Fecal Transplants

Scientists develop a synthetic microbiome therapy to fight C. difficile infections offering a safer, targeted alternative to fecal transplants.
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Early-Life Infections and Stress Reshape the Brain

Researchers found that prenatal infections followed by early social stress can lead to anxiety-like behaviors and brain dysfunction. Changes in microglia and cerebellar neurons were linked to psychiatric symptoms.
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