Genetics
Uplizna (inebilizumab-cdon) and Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder: Findings from the N-MOmentum Study
Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) is an autoimmune condition that affects the optic nerves and spinal cord, leading to relapses that can cause blindness or paralysis. The N-MOmentum study …
New Study Identifies Gene That Could Enable Natural Tooth Regrowth in Humans
Key Takeaways: Scientists have developed a drug that blocks the USAG-1 protein, allowing new teeth to grow in animal studies. While successful in mice, the treatment must prove safe …
A New Cheek Swab Test, CheekAge, Can Predict Mortality Risk and Biological Aging
A new epigenetic clock based on the analysis of easily collected cheek cells or blood samples has been developed to predict mortality risk. This test, known as CheekAge, aims …
Scientists Reverse Genetic Deafness in Adult Mice Using CRISPR Genome Editing
A novel CRISPR genome editing approach has shown promise in potentially reversing genetic hearing loss due to a certain type of mutation in microRNA. Mass Eye and Ear researchers …
Smoking Linked to Gastrointestinal Disorders like IBS, Peptic Ulcer, GERD, and Neuropsychiatric Disorders like Schizophrenia, Dementia, and Depression
Smoking is one of the major risk factors for several chronic diseases and despite efforts to address the habit, the numbers keep going up. Generally, it increases the risk …
Study Finds AUTS2 Gene Mutation Reduces Brain Cell Division, Leading to Microcephaly
The autism susceptibility candidate 2 (AUTS2) gene has been found to be responsible for various brain developmental disorders. Diverse structural alterations of the gene have been implicated in conditions …
Same-Sex Couples on the Verge of Producing Their Own Biological Children
Humans are reproductive beings. Traditionally, the process of conception and reproduction requires the fusing of two gametes, male and female. This involves the fertilization of a female ovum or …
Study Shows Fresh Fat and SVF Gel Transplant as an Effective Treatment for Morphea
Morphea, also referred to as localized scleroderma, is a rare skin condition characterized by thickening of the dermis or subcutaneous tissue or both. The inflammation is caused by increased …