Gut microbiome disruptions in infancy increase aggression later in life

Gut bacteria that have been disrupted in infancy can lead to greater aggression later in life, including causing changes to aggression-related genes, according to a new study. The findings warrant more research into the complex interplay between the gu… Continue reading Gut microbiome disruptions in infancy increase aggression later in life

Muscular dystrophy-reversing gene therapy: Human trials in 2 years

A new gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) has shown promise in not only slowing the progression of the disease but potentially even reversing the muscle damage, with human trials set to begin within two years.Continue ReadingCategory: Me… Continue reading Muscular dystrophy-reversing gene therapy: Human trials in 2 years

Freeze-dried mammoth reveals most complete ancient genome in 3D

Scientists have assembled the most complete 3D reconstruction of the woolly mammoth genome, thanks to an incredibly well-preserved specimen that was “freeze-dried” straight after death. With its DNA preserved in a glass-like state, fossilized chromosom… Continue reading Freeze-dried mammoth reveals most complete ancient genome in 3D

In a world first, blue frog defies nature with “once-in-a-lifetime” look

An amphibian has lived up to its name, swapping out its usual green coloring for bright blue, in the first-ever record of a magnificent tree frog with this appearance. It’s stunned scientists, who know they’re unlikely to see this again.Continue Readin… Continue reading In a world first, blue frog defies nature with “once-in-a-lifetime” look

Anti-aging molecule successfully restores multiple markers of youth

In pre-clinical trials, a small molecule effectively regrew neurons, reduced inflammation, and improved memory, speed, coordination, grip strength, and more. The finding could have a profound impact on aging and the diseases that accompany it.Continue … Continue reading Anti-aging molecule successfully restores multiple markers of youth

Autism added to growing list of things we’ve inherited from Neanderthals

We know that present-day European and Asian-derived humans have inherited between 1.5% and 4% of Neanderthal DNA, but how does that seemingly small amount of ancient genetic material impact modern physical and mental health?Continue ReadingCategory: Sc… Continue reading Autism added to growing list of things we’ve inherited from Neanderthals

Organism with largest genome packs 50x more DNA than a human’s

Scientists have identified the organism with the largest known genome, coming in at over 160 billion base pairs

Scientists have discovered the organism with the largest known genome, containing 160 billion base pairs. That makes it more than 50 times bigger than the human genome, and the organism it’s describing is a tiny fork fern you wouldn’t even notice if you tripped over it in the forest.

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World-first tooth-regrowing drug will be given to humans in September

The world’s first human trial of a drug that can regenerate teeth will begin in a few months, less than a year on from news of its success in animals. This paves the way for the medicine to be commercially available as early as 2030.Continue ReadingCat… Continue reading World-first tooth-regrowing drug will be given to humans in September