The lab of Joaquin Espinosa, Ph.D., find no essential “second in command” in gene signaling network controlled by tumor-suppressor gene...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
A new CRISPR-engineered cancer model to test therapeutics
One major challenge in cancer research is developing robust pre-clinical models for new therapies, ones that will accurately reflect a...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
FUS Mutant Human Motoneurons Display Altered Transcriptome and microRNA Pathways with Implications for ALS Pathogenesis
Highlights We performed transcriptome analysis of hiPSC-derived ALS FUS mutant motoneurons Bioinformatics analysis revealed cell adhesion pathways associated to sporadic ALS miR-375...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
Genetic body/brain connection identified in genomic region linked to autism
For the first time, Whitehead Institute scientists have documented a direct link between deletions in two genes — fam57ba and...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
Novel immune cells control neurons responsible for fat breakdown
The biological causes underlying obesity have been under intense scrutiny, with studies suggesting a link between the nervous and the...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
Seeing hope: FDA panel considers gene therapy for blindness (Update)
In this Monday, Oct. 2, 2017, photo, Beth Guardino, left, and her son, Christian, talk about the 17-year-old’s life before...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
Microneedle Patch Gathers Large Samples of Interstitial Fluid
Interstitial fluid, which resembles blood plasma and that is reachable near the surface of the skin, contains many biomarkers, including...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
New autism study a “shocking wake-up call” for society, say academics
People who show characteristics of autism are more at risk of attempting suicide, according to a Coventry University study whose...
October 10, 2017October 10, 2017
“Wired” bandage delivers meds on a schedule
Imagine if a wound dressing could release fresh doses of medication over time, or even different types of medication at specific times....
October 03, 2017October 3, 2017
Escape The Scary and Painful in Healthcare: The AppliedVR Review
Virtual reality might be a great tool to mitigate chronic pain without painkillers or to escape the scary hospital environment...