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Organoids Reveal Similarities Between Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1 and Rett Syndrome
Discoveries of common mutations and dysfunction also point to therapeutic possibilities for both inherited disorders Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common form of muscular dystrophy, characterized by progressive muscle wasting and weakness and caused by abnormally repetitive DNA segments that are transcribed into toxic molecules of RNA.
Discoveries of common mutations and dysfunction also point to therapeutic possibilities for both inherited disorders Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common form of muscular dystrophy, characterized by progressive muscle wasting and weakness and caused by abnormally repetitive DNA segments that are transcribed into toxic molecules of RNA.
Watching how cells deal with stress
FMI researchers developed an imaging approach that allowed them to visualize individual molecules involved in the cell's response to stress. When a cell is exposed to stressors such as toxins, it switches on pathways aimed at repairing damage. One of these pathways is called the 'unfolded protein response', which senses unfolded or misfolded proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum — a cell organelle designated for folding proteins destined to other organelles or to be secreted by the cell.
FMI researchers developed an imaging approach that allowed them to visualize individual molecules involved in the cell's response to stress. When a cell is exposed to stressors such as toxins, it switches on pathways aimed at repairing damage. One of these pathways is called the 'unfolded protein response', which senses unfolded or misfolded proteins in the endoplasmic reticulum — a cell organelle designated for folding proteins destined to other organelles or to be secreted by the cell.
UCLA survey quantifies COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among Californians
Despite the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's full approval of the COVID-19 vaccine, 58.8% of Californians who are not fully vaccinated are still worried about its side effects, according to a new UCLA survey.
Despite the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's full approval of the COVID-19 vaccine, 58.8% of Californians who are not fully vaccinated are still worried about its side effects, according to a new UCLA survey.
Curtin students and industry team up to solve key sustainability challenges
Curtin University students have joined forces with industry to help solve sustainability challenges on fast fashion, renewable energy, water management and the circular economy, as part of the Curtin Sustainability Challenge.
Curtin University students have joined forces with industry to help solve sustainability challenges on fast fashion, renewable energy, water management and the circular economy, as part of the Curtin Sustainability Challenge.
Guest articles on peace and conflict research
The "Münster International Peace Research Initiative" (mipri) strengthens the University and the city of Münster as a location for peace and conflict research.
The "Münster International Peace Research Initiative" (mipri) strengthens the University and the city of Münster as a location for peace and conflict research.
Startup brings RNA sequencing into the age of big data
EPFL spin-off Alithea Genomics has developed a system that allows scientists to easily tag bulk RNA samples with molecular barcodes so they can be processed by the hundreds in one single tube. The technology promises to dramatically shorten and streamline sample preparation for RNA sequencing, which will enable new applications for this technology, such as biomarker discovery and drug development.
EPFL spin-off Alithea Genomics has developed a system that allows scientists to easily tag bulk RNA samples with molecular barcodes so they can be processed by the hundreds in one single tube. The technology promises to dramatically shorten and streamline sample preparation for RNA sequencing, which will enable new applications for this technology, such as biomarker discovery and drug development.
Transforming our student admissions service
Sign up for an Admissions Transformation Programme Town Hall to find out more about UCL's approach to admissions for 2023 and beyond.
Sign up for an Admissions Transformation Programme Town Hall to find out more about UCL's approach to admissions for 2023 and beyond.
Opinion: Even temporarily overshooting 2°C would cause permanent damage to Earth’s species
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Alex Pigot (UCL Biosciences) and his team at the University of Cape Town warn that if Earth warms more than 2 degrees C, even temporarily, much of the damage to Earth's endangered species will be irreversible and biodiversity will seriously suffer.
Writing in The Conversation, Dr Alex Pigot (UCL Biosciences) and his team at the University of Cape Town warn that if Earth warms more than 2 degrees C, even temporarily, much of the damage to Earth's endangered species will be irreversible and biodiversity will seriously suffer.
Carnegie Mellon Professor Launches ESG Index
The ESG Index will serve as the go-to resource for accurate data in monetary pollution Investing according to environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria has gained considerable momentum in recent years.
The ESG Index will serve as the go-to resource for accurate data in monetary pollution Investing according to environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria has gained considerable momentum in recent years.
Trigger that sets off metastasis in pancreatic cancer
Scientists have found that cancers in the pancreas (left) readily metastasize because these tumors suppress levels of an enzyme, MSRA, that pulls oxygen atoms off amino acids called methionine. As MSRA levels decrease, methionines on proteins become more oxidized. This causes one particular protein to rev up energy production in the tumor, promoting the migration of cancer cells to other organs.
Scientists have found that cancers in the pancreas (left) readily metastasize because these tumors suppress levels of an enzyme, MSRA, that pulls oxygen atoms off amino acids called methionine. As MSRA levels decrease, methionines on proteins become more oxidized. This causes one particular protein to rev up energy production in the tumor, promoting the migration of cancer cells to other organs.
A biology lab in the palm of your hands
A student-created app brings the biology lab experience to users' smartphones, paving the way for a more accessible lab education Johns Hopkins University undergraduate students who missed in-person
A student-created app brings the biology lab experience to users' smartphones, paving the way for a more accessible lab education Johns Hopkins University undergraduate students who missed in-person
Meet the newest grantees of the Cohen Translational Engineering Fund
The fund provides early funding for commercialization of faculty members' cutting-edge research Two faculty teams with members affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering have received grants for their research through the Cohen Translational Engineering Fund.
The fund provides early funding for commercialization of faculty members' cutting-edge research Two faculty teams with members affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering have received grants for their research through the Cohen Translational Engineering Fund.
Commercialization, accelerated
The recently expanded technology development team at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures aims to speed up the commercialization process for viable ideas Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures , JHTV, has ex
The recently expanded technology development team at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures aims to speed up the commercialization process for viable ideas Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures , JHTV, has ex
’Fake’ data helps robots learn the ropes faster
A way to expand training data sets for manipulation tasks improves the performance of robots by 40% or more In a step toward robots that can learn on the fly like humans do, a new approach expands tr
A way to expand training data sets for manipulation tasks improves the performance of robots by 40% or more In a step toward robots that can learn on the fly like humans do, a new approach expands tr
Long COVID: Women, Hispanics and lower-income Michiganders hit hardest
Long COVID was more prevalent among women, Hispanics and those with lower incomes, according to the most recent Michigan COVID-19 Recovery Surveillance Study report. The report also shows that those with a Body Mass Index over 30 are also more likely to have long-term post-COVID symptoms. The Michigan COVID-19 Recovery Surveillance Study, or MI CReSS-a joint collaboration between the University of Michigan School of Public Health and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services-is a population-based survey geared toward collecting data from adults who have recovered from COVID-19.
Long COVID was more prevalent among women, Hispanics and those with lower incomes, according to the most recent Michigan COVID-19 Recovery Surveillance Study report. The report also shows that those with a Body Mass Index over 30 are also more likely to have long-term post-COVID symptoms. The Michigan COVID-19 Recovery Surveillance Study, or MI CReSS-a joint collaboration between the University of Michigan School of Public Health and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services-is a population-based survey geared toward collecting data from adults who have recovered from COVID-19.
Open Air Factor: a natural form of infection control?
A leading infectious diseases expert from The Australian National University (ANU) suggests a forgotten but formidable protective agent that's been documented in medical journals for close to two centuries could be key to defending against airborne bacteria and viruses , including COVID-19. Professor Peter Collignon AM said the fresh air we breathe outdoors has certain germicidal properties that can "dilute" and limit the spread of harmful bacteria and viruses outside.
A leading infectious diseases expert from The Australian National University (ANU) suggests a forgotten but formidable protective agent that's been documented in medical journals for close to two centuries could be key to defending against airborne bacteria and viruses , including COVID-19. Professor Peter Collignon AM said the fresh air we breathe outdoors has certain germicidal properties that can "dilute" and limit the spread of harmful bacteria and viruses outside.
Speech-friendly face mask could end frustration of muffled chat
A new face mask designed by Manchester researchers is promising to end the stress and anxiety talkers and listeners experience when they cover up. Designed by a team at The Universities of Manchester and Salford , and the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) , the revolutionary design will protect wearers from viruses such as COVID-19.
A new face mask designed by Manchester researchers is promising to end the stress and anxiety talkers and listeners experience when they cover up. Designed by a team at The Universities of Manchester and Salford , and the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) , the revolutionary design will protect wearers from viruses such as COVID-19.
7.4 million euros for research into products from wastewater
Showering, cleaning, flushing toilets, and industrial production are all processes that use a great deal of water.
Showering, cleaning, flushing toilets, and industrial production are all processes that use a great deal of water.
Innovation - Jun 30
The European Union recognises Aix-Marseille Université's ambition to engage in new fields
The European Union recognises Aix-Marseille Université's ambition to engage in new fields
Health - Jun 30
Roe reactions: Faculty share insights on the ruling and the future of abortion rights
Roe reactions: Faculty share insights on the ruling and the future of abortion rights

Career - Jun 30
UK's leading workplace expert urges business leaders to measure employee wellbeing to help improve the health of the economy - report
UK's leading workplace expert urges business leaders to measure employee wellbeing to help improve the health of the economy - report

Computer Science - Jun 30
The University of València partners with Microsoft Research to develop Artificial Intelligence models for food security
The University of València partners with Microsoft Research to develop Artificial Intelligence models for food security

Social Sciences - Jun 30
Summer of Fun @ UIC program to provide Pilsen youth with swimming pool, athletic field access
Summer of Fun @ UIC program to provide Pilsen youth with swimming pool, athletic field access
