DNA editing could make northern quolls resistant to cane toads and potentially avoid extinction

DNA editing could make northern quolls resistant to cane toads and potentially avoid extinction

in short:Researchers at the University of Melbourne say they have developed a way to make quolls immune to cane toad toxins. Cane toads pose a direct threat to northern quolls …

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A novel pathogenic mitochondrial DNA variant m.4344T>C in tRNAGln causes developmental delay – Journal of Human Genetics

A novel pathogenic mitochondrial DNA variant m.4344T>C in tRNAGln causes developmental delay - Journal of Human Genetics

Zhang Tao, Miao Sai. Mitochondrial transplantation as a promising treatment for mitochondrial diseases. Acta Pharmaceutica Sin B. 2023;13:102835. Article Google Scholar Gorman GS, Chinnery PF, DiMauro S, Hirano M, Koga …

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Optimi Health partners with Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Center for Applied Genomics to promote mushroom science research

Optimi Health partners with Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Center for Applied Genomics to promote mushroom science research

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Optimi Health Corp. (CSE: OPTI) (OTCQX: OPTHF) (FRA: 8BN), a leading manufacturer of psychedelic medicines licensed by Health Canada, is pleased …

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Mother and baby home investigations include DNA analysis using maternal genetic material

Mother and baby home investigations include DNA analysis using maternal genetic material

The investigation into the Tuam Mother and Baby Home in County Galway will include DNA analysis using genetic material from the maternal line only. The investigation, overseen by Daniel McSweeney, …

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New study identifies chromosome ends as potential target for preventing degenerative diseases

Diagram of chromosome and telomeres

We rely on our cells to be able to divide and reproduce, whether to replace sun-damaged skin or to replenish our blood supply and recover from injury. Chromosomes carry all …

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