Human 'gene atlas' created using stem cells
04 May, 2018Scientists have devised a novel tool to map the function of all human genes using human embryonic stem cells.
Cancer prevention gene the 'odd one out' in its family
03 May, 2018A gene called NF-κB1 is critical for the prevention of stomach cancers — which is surprising given that other proteins in its family are known to drive cancer development.
Ancient poo reveals the parasites that plagued our ancestors
02 May, 2018Analysing 1000-year-old poo might not sound like the most glamorous job in existence, but it's led to new breakthroughs in our understanding of the ancient world.
New anticancer protein found to suppress liver tumours
30 March, 2018A newly discovered anticancer protein has been found to prevent the uncontrolled proliferation of cancer cells in the liver.
The gene mutation that wards off malaria
28 March, 2018Researchers have shed light on how humans who live in close quarters with malaria-carrying mosquitoes may evolve defences against the disease.
CRISPR gene-editing tool targets RNA, tackles dementia
19 March, 2018 by Lauren DavisScientists have used CRISPR gene-editing technology to target RNA — as opposed to DNA — and in the process corrected a protein imbalance in cells from a dementia patient.
DNA scissors can cut RNA as well
08 March, 2018Scientists have discovered that Cas9 'DNA scissors' can also readily target RNA, in a breakthrough that could have far-reaching ramifications.
Scientists identify genes linked to specific diseases
07 March, 2018UQ researchers are using what is said to be the largest set of multilevel genomic data ever compiled to pinpoint the genes within our DNA that are linked to specific diseases.
Familial breast cancer not only inherited genetically
02 March, 2018Researchers have identified heritable but non-genetic markers for breast cancer susceptibility, in a breakthrough that will enable doctors to better predict cancer risk.
Genetic variation and harsh habitats help fish resist climate change
02 February, 2018 by Lauren DavisThe DNA of freshwater fish in the Murray–Darling Basin provides clues as to which species have natural resilience against climate change.
RNA mimic blocks pain at a molecular level
18 January, 2018US researchers are using RNA-based medicine to combat one of the most pervasive of human health conditions — pain.
Atomic structure revealed for blood flow-regulating protein
22 December, 2017US scientists have revealed for the first time the atomic-level structure of a promising drug target for conditions such as stroke and traumatic brain injury, with the results published in the journal Nature.
Modified gene-editing technique reverses disease without cutting DNA
21 December, 2017Californian researchers have developed a modified CRISPR-Cas9 technique that alters the activity, rather than the underlying sequence, of disease-associated genes.
Bacteria genomes hold blueprints for anticancer drugs
20 December, 2017Scientists have 'mined' the information stored in bacteria genomes, which they suggest hold the blueprints for new, effective cancer-targeting compounds.
New protein functions uncovered
19 December, 2017Scientists have developed a new approach to identify important undiscovered functions of proteins.
