Tandem Repeat Evolution Under Selfing and Selection
In the intricate world of genetics, tandem repeat (TR) sequences stand out as a fascinating source of variation. These sequences consist of short DNA motifs...
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UMD Researchers Detect E. coli and Other Pathogens in Potomac River Following Sewage Spill
In January 2024, one of the most significant sewage spills in U.S. history discharged hundreds of millions of gallons of raw sewage into the Potomac...
Resveratrol Boosts Autophagy via TFEB, FOXO3, TLR4 in MPS IIIB
In an intriguing development within the field of molecular medicine, a groundbreaking study reveals the intricate interplay of specific proteins in promoting autophagy—a vital cellular...
University of Houston Research Uncovers Promising New Targets for Dyslexia Detection and Treatment
For over four decades, scientific inquiry has pursued the genetic foundations of dyslexia, a specific reading disorder that challenges nearly 20% of the global population....
Scientists Reveal Microalgae’s Unexpected Role in Spreading Antibiotic Resistance in Waterways
Antibiotic resistance has long been recognized as a paramount global health crisis, threatening to undermine the efficacy of modern medicine. While clinical and agricultural practices...
Philadelphia Communities Enhance AI Computer Vision’s Ability to Detect Gentrification
In recent years, gentrification has become a pressing issue within urban planning and neighborhood dynamics. A transformative process, gentrification alters neighborhood identities and demographics, typically...
Papadelis Appointed Head of New Pediatric Brain Research Center
Christos Papadelis, an eminent figure in pediatric neuroscience, has been appointed as the founding director of the newly established Pediatric Brain Health and Neurosciences Center...
Revolutionary iMRI Technology at UChicago Medicine Enhances Safety, Speed, and Precision in Brain Surgery
A groundbreaking advancement in neurosurgery has been achieved with the installation of a state-of-the-art intraoperative MRI (iMRI) system at the University of Chicago Medicine. This...
Most Side Effects Listed for Statins in Package Leaflets Are Not Actually Caused by the Drugs, New Research Finds
In a groundbreaking meta-analysis published in The Lancet, researchers have provided robust evidence dispelling long-standing concerns about the safety profile of statins, one of the...
Breakthrough Achieved in Quantum-Secure Internet Over City-Scale Distances
In a monumental stride toward realizing a quantum-secure internet, researchers have successfully demonstrated device-independent quantum key distribution (DI-QKD) over unprecedented distances using optical fibers that...
Sex-Specific Dispersal Shapes Sperm Whale Populations
In the vast expanses of the world’s oceans, the sperm whale, Physeter macrocephalus, stands as a giant not only in size but in its remarkable...
Revolutionary AI Technology Enhances Diagnosis of Substance Use Disorder
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of Cincinnati have developed an advanced artificial intelligence system capable of predicting substance use disorder behaviors with...
New Study Reveals That Inhibiting a Crucial Protein Induces Unique Stress in Cancer Cells, Potentially Re-Sensitizing Chemotherapy-Resistant Tumors
Breaking Through Chemotherapy Resistance: Targeting p300 Unveils a Novel Cellular Vulnerability in Cancer Treatment In the relentless battle against cancer, one of the most formidable...
David J. Segal Named Chair of UC Davis Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine
David J. Segal Appointed Chair of UC Davis Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine, Pioneering Advances in Genome Engineering and Therapeutics The University of California,...
FSU Researchers Pioneer Advanced Materials for Next-Gen X-Ray Technologies
In the realms of medicine, security, nuclear safety, and scientific research, X-rays serve as indispensable tools for revealing hidden structures and information. However, the conventional...
