miRNA

·May 13, 2020

Tiny RNA that should attack coronavirus diminish with age and disease

MicroRNAs that should attack SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, diminish with age, and due to chronic health problems. The findings shed light on why those who are older, and those with health conditions are more susceptible to coronavirus. Read More

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·February 27, 2020

Printer toner linked to genetic changes and health risks

Rat model study reveals printer toner nanoparticles may change both genetic and metabolic profiles, making disease more likely. Read More

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·September 23, 2019

Hormone potentially linked to hypersexual disorder identified

Study implicates dysregulation of epigenetic mechanisms of both DNA methylation and microRNA activity, in addition to oxytocin to hypersexuality. Read More

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·September 16, 2019

Transplanted brain stem cells survive without anti-rejection drugs

Researchers have developed a new method to transplant neural stem cells into mice without the need for lifelong anti-rejection medications. Read More

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·July 30, 2019

The surprising link between a babies’ weeble-wobble and the genetics of motor control

A new fruit fly study reveals a simple genetic system is behind complex movements. The finding sheds light on motor control issues associated with neurodegenerative diseases. Read More

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·February 6, 2019

Nicotine Exposure During Pregnancy Alters Dopamine Neurons and Genes in Newborns

A new study reports chronic nicotine exposure during pregnancy alters the genetics and dopamine neurons of newborns. The findings could help researchers develop a possible cure for nicotine addiction. Read More

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·December 3, 2018

Researchers Pinpoint Genes Tied to Dementia

Researchers have identified two major groups of genes involved in mutations that result in an overproduction of tau. The findings could offer new avenues for treatments to slow the progression of dementia. Read More

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·November 4, 2018

Evidence of Brain Injuries in Football Players at Surprisingly Young Age

Researchers find evidence of cognitive issues and miRNA biomarkers, indicating brain injuries from concussions or head-to-head contact, in college football players. The findings indicated lasting damage caused by sports related concussions occur earlier than expected. Read More

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·June 4, 2018

Why Do Some Sleep Deprived People Experience Worse Cognitive Function Than Others?

A new study reports microRNAs in the blood are altered as a result of sleep deprivation. Researchers used MiRNA alterations as a biomarker to determine cognitive performance following psychological stress and sleep loss. Read More

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·November 29, 2017

Injectable Gel Helps Heart Muscles Regenerate After Heart Attack

Researchers have developed a new injectable gel that releases microRNAs into heart muscles, restarting the replication of existing caridomyocytes following a heart attack. Read More

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·October 30, 2017

Powerful Biomarker of Multiple Sclerosis Discovered

Researchers have identified a unique biomarker in the blood of people with Multiple Sclerosis. Using a simple blood test, researchers were able to identify those with MS and discriminate between people at different stages of the disease. Read More