Genetic Phenomena: News and Research on Gene Components

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New mRNA platform remains effective even in aging and obesity

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, mRNA vaccines have gained attention as a next-generation pharmaceutical technology. mRNA therapeutics work by delivering genetic instructions that enable cells to produce specific proteins for ...

New mutation hotspot discovered in human genome

Researchers have discovered new regions of the human genome particularly vulnerable to mutations. These altered stretches of DNA can be passed down to future generations and are important for how we study genetics and disease.

Hundreds of new cancer driver genes predicted by algorithm

Researchers at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) have discovered hundreds of potential new cancer driver genes. The findings, published in the journal Nature Communications, significantly expands the list of possible ...