Precise gene editing technique changes one DNA base to correct heart disease

Faulty versions of the LMNA gene can cause a wide range of health problems, including heart muscle disease (dilated ...

Chemists develop 'dump-and-stir' technique for fast and safe carborane synthesis

Researchers from The University of Osaka have developed a synthetic method that reliably and efficiently incorporates ...

Q&A: How do bacteria become resistant to antibiotics?

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the deadly drug-resistant bacteria NDM-CRE found a 70% ...

New Tool Reads DNA and RNA in a Single Cell, Unlocking Secrets of Disease

By examining genomic variation more closely, scientists can now identify new disease connections with greater speed and accuracy. For centuries, scientists have recognized that certain illnesses can ...