Genetics News Monitoring

Beans are being genetically engineered to grow in the UK – but how do they taste?

The pan of beans on my cooker have taken a long time to prepare. It’s not just because I soaked them overnight and have now simmered them for about an hour: more than 12 years has gone into the creation and production of these beans. After all that, they …

Meet South Korea’s ‘mermaid’ divers - women who may have genetically adapted to dive better, according to a study

A renowned community of female free divers in South Korea has benefited from both training and genetic variation to develop a series of traits that help them to withstand the physical demands of their centuries-old tradition. That’s the conclusion of a new …

Genetic parallels in biomineralization of the calcareous sponge Sycon ciliatum and stony corals

The evolution of biomineralization allowed animals to produce important mineralized functional structures, such as shells, teeth, and skeletons. For this, they most frequently use calcium carbonate, calcium phosphate, and silicate as mineral components, of …

At the Bedside: Mom with Rare Genetic Condition Survives Pregnancy and Delivers Healthy Baby Boy, Thanks to Physicians ...

Newswise — When Jessica Johnson, 36, began to experience labored breathing and heart palpitations, she quickly made an appointment to see a cardiologist. A CT scan showed she had two aortic aneurysms that could potentially require surgery. As a child, …

NIAB scientists perform CRISPR-based genetic manipulation to identify protein to halt zoonotic infection ‘Toxoplasmosis’

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic zoonotic infection that can be transmitted through contaminated food, especially undercooked meat. The parasitic infection caused by ‘Toxoplasma gondii’ can lead to abortion and neonatal mortality in both humans and animals, …

Fighting greenhouse gas emissions with cattle genetics

Beef and dairy production significantly contribute to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in varying amounts depending on the country. GHG emissions intensity is calculated using the emissions produced per unit of product such as beef or milk. It …

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Improving Newborn Genetic Screening

More than a decade ago, researchers launched the BabySeq Project, a pilot program to return newborn genomic sequencing results to parents and measure the effects on newborn care. Today, over 30 international initiatives are exploring the expansion of …

Contemporary OB/GYN week in review: genetic testing, treating OUD, and more

Thank you for visiting the Contemporary OB/GYN® website. Take a look at some of our top stories from last week (Monday, May 5, 2025 - Friday, May 9, 2025), and click each link to read and watch anything you may have missed. Rapid advances in prenatal …

Erin saw cancer genetics specialist Allan Spigelman for testing, now her results are missing

These Rare Fork-Nosed Dogs Could Help Solve a Genetic Mystery in Humans

A rare breed of hunting dogs known for its forked nose, the Turkish Pointer, might just help scientists better understand why human babies are sometimes born with facial clefts. In a recent study, researchers say they’ve found the genetic mutation that …

Genetic evidence: zebrafish hoxba and hoxbb clusters are essential for the anterior-posterior positioning of pectoral ...

In jawed vertebrates, paired appendages—such as the pectoral and pelvic fins in fish, and their homologous forelimbs and hindlimbs in tetrapods—develop at precise locations along the anterior-posterior axis of each species. These paired appendages arise …

Mass General Brigham Scientists Unveil New Tool to Enhance Newborn Genetic Screening

More than ten years ago, a groundbreaking pilot program known as the BabySeq Project set out to explore the feasibility and impact of returning genomic sequencing results to parents shortly after birth. This pioneering effort sought to assess how genetic …

Genetic And Molecular Mechanisms of NF1

Summary for Physicians NF1 results from mutations in the NF1 gene on chromosome 17, which encodes neurofibromin—a tumor suppressor that negatively regulates the RAS/MAPK pathway. Loss of neurofibromin function leads to hyperactivation of RAS signaling, …

A humanized mouse antibody erases cancer in 84 people with a genetic mutation

A new strategy, which three years ago achieved 100% tumor elimination in a dozen patients with rectal cancer, has now achieved outstanding results in another group with cases of esophageal, stomach, colon, liver, bladder, uterus, and prostate cancer. The …

Superhumans exist: Rare genetic mutation gives some people a phenomenal advantage

Most people typically get between seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Now, science says some people could thrive on just four hours of sleep, feeling completely rested and ready to go.  It sounds like a superpower, and for a lucky few, it’s a genetic …

A Bidirectional Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study of Genetic Causality Between Vitamin D Levels and Pemphigus

1College of Clinical Medicine, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Dermatology, the Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, Jiangxi Province, People …

A rare genetic mutation lets people thrive on just 4 hours of sleep

For most of us, a good night’s sleep means seven to nine hours of rest. But for a rare group of people, just four hours is more than enough, and they wake up feeling sharp, refreshed, and energized. Scientists now believe these “super sleepers” owe their …

Opus Genetics’ OPGx-LCA5 Gene Therapy Earns FDA RMAT Designation

Opus Genetics, Inc. a clinical-stage ophthalmic biotechnology company developing gene therapies for the treatment of inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) and other ophthalmic disorders, announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted …

RPM Healthcare Applauds New York’s Medicaid Reimbursement for Remote Patient Monitoring

ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RPM Healthcare proudly supports New York State Medicaid’s decision to reimburse Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services under CPT code 99457, marking a significant advancement …

RPM Healthcare Study on Stage 2 Hypertension Published in The American Journal of Managed Care

ST. PETERSBURG, FL, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- RPM Healthcare is proud to announce the publication of its peer-reviewed study, “Effect of Remote Patient Monitoring on Stage 2 Hypertension,” in The American Journal of …

Nurses Denounce Trump Health Policies to Celebrate Nurses Week

Nursing advocates release statement and video calling for global resistance to Trump Administration’s attacks on public health BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hundreds of nurses have signed a statement opposing …

Less Cancer Calls on Congress to Exercise Compassion as DOGE Cuts Cancer Research and Prevention Initiatives

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Less Cancer, a 501(c)3 charity working to educate the public and create proactive public policies regarding cancer and cancer prevention, is calling on Congress and the public to …

A groundbreaking discovery of a common master switch to cure Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other brain-related diseases

A breakthrough that could save millions of lives NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 21st edition of Sustainability Through Science and Technology Summit 2025 (SIPS 2025), dedicated to Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, Nobel …

Ketamine Lead Gen Now Serves Wellness Clinics in 40+ States - Leading Growth in Mental Health & Wellness Marketing

With 10+ years in mental health marketing, Ketamine Lead Gen sets the standard for patient growth in Ketamine, TMS, MeRT, Peptides, HRT, NAD+, and weight loss. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ketamine Lead Gen, a …

Tivar® H.O.T. UHMW Enhances Food Processing Equipment Performance in High-Heat Applications

Tivar® H.O.T. UHMW from Interstate Advanced Materials is engineered to enhance food processing equipment performance in high-heat environments. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Food processing and packaging …

A groundbreaking discovery of a common master switch to cure Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other brain-related diseases

A breakthrough that could save millions of lives LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 21st edition of Sustainability Through Science and Technology Summit 2025 (SIPS 2025), dedicated to Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, …

Stronger than the Storm and NEW DAY to Host Psychological First Aid Training at 2025 Governor's Hurricane Conference

Participants to Learn How to Respond During Crises, Disasters, and Traumatic Events; Hurricane Conference Takes Place May 11-16, 2025, in West Palm Beach, FL WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stronger than …

Wise Law Offices and Keely Wise Lead Chicago’s Fight Against Breast Cancer with Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

Wise Law and Keely Wise Lead Chicago’s Fight Against Breast Cancer. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wise Law Offices, a group of award-winning trial lawyers serving Chicago since 2002, proudly announces their …

Adit Expands Into Chiropractic Care, Bringing Experience From 3,500+ Practices

Adit, a leading all-in-one platform healthcare is now proud to announce its official expansion in Chiro. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chiropractors now have access to the powerful digital tools that have helped …

Amerigo Scientific Announces Cell Proliferation and Viability Assay Kits to Unlock Precision in Cell Research

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In today’s fast-moving world of cell biology, there is a need for reliable and reproducible analysis of cell proliferation and viability to progress research in drug discovery, cancer …

The Springs of Ballentine Celebrates Grand Opening with Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce

The residents of Wake County have a new Senior Living community for their residents FUQUAY-VARINA, NC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Springs of Ballentine officially celebrated its grand opening on May 8th with an …

American Roentgen Ray Society (ARRS) Publishes Inaugural Issue of New Imaging Journal, Roentgen Ray Review (R3)

Publication of ARRS' new peer-reviewed radiology journal, Roentgen Ray Review, coincides with 125th anniversary of North America’s first radiological society LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American …

RHRC Receives Legislative Funding to Advance Rural Health Sustainability and Payment Reform

Legislative funding empowers RHRC to advance sustainable rural health models and payment reforms, improving access and care quality in underserved communities. MANHEIM, PA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Rural Health …

Royal 4 Systems Partners with Labor AI’s ELS solution for their WISE 11.0 cloud WMS

Royal 4 Systems announced the release of LaborAI’s Engineered Labor Standards solution in WISE Warehouse Management System (version 11.0) LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Royal 4 Systems, a leading producer and …

THE DREAMCHILD FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES LINE-UP FOR THE 2025 HOODTALK MUSIC FESTIVAL: UNITY EDITION ON MAY 9 IN ACCRA, GHANA

Powered by Virtual Hub, StepNorth, Platinum Star Media Group, Inc., and Fly-Away Promotions, Inc, the festival kicks off at 7 PM (GMT) in Independence Square ACCRA, GHANA, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DreamChild Foundation proudly …

Kent Holtorf M.D. Presents 'Fresh Perspectives' on 'the Rise in Autism’’ & 'How Peptides Advance Longevity', May 22

Author & TV Guest, Dr. Kent Holtorf M.D., explores 'Autism's Rise & The Role Peptides Play in Longevity' Thursday, May 22 – Epoch Media Center in Irvine, Ca. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Join Jay Nolan Community Services for a Picnic in the Park Promoting Inclusion for Neurodiverse Individuals

Enjoy fun activities, food, and learn about new services for neurodiverse individuals in the Monterey Bay area. SANTA CRUZ, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. (JNCS) is excited to announce its …

Local Veteran chosen to attend the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival

Detroit Veteran Dances to Gold DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local Detroit U.S. Army Veteran, Dari Pfeiffer has been selected as a gold medal winner in the 2025 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition, Dance …