Revealed - Why mitochondria is passed to offspring only through mother!
Mitochondria, present inside the cells of nearly all multicellular animals, plants and fungi, organelles, plays an important role in generating the energy that cells need to survive.
Jun 27, 2016, 19:30 PM IST
Bone drug may block breast cancer in high-risk women: Study
A new research has found out by the researchers from Australia's Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research that bone drug could prevent breast cancer in women who are at very high risk of developing the disease.
Jun 22, 2016, 00:22 AM IST
Genetic mutation can cause multiple sclerosis, say scientists
Multiple sclerosis is known to run in certain families, but attempts to find genes linked to the disease have been elusive.
Jun 02, 2016, 09:26 AM IST
Gene connected to multiple sclerosis discovered, claim scientists!
Characterised by the onset of chronic, neurodegenerative damage of the central nervous system, this unpredictable, often disabling disease disrupts the flow of information within the brain, and between the brain and body by attacking the protective sheath (myelin) that covers nerve fibres.
Gene associated with Down syndrome, diabetes recognised
This gene can cause defects in insulin secretion in people with Type-2 diabetes and Down syndrome as well.
May 20, 2016, 19:05 PM IST
New technology enables interpretation of human genome
Scientists have developed a new technology that enables them to read and interpret the human genome, opening the door to identifying new drug targets to treat many genetic diseases.
Apr 08, 2016, 16:07 PM IST
Y chromosome, the missing link between us, Neanderthal
To this day, individuals of European and Asian heritage retain Neanderthal DNA in their genomes and now, a new study suggests that we did not inherit male genes from them.
Apr 08, 2016, 16:05 PM IST
New gene linked to cleft lip and palate identified
Opening a new window for development of medical approaches to prevent cleft lip and palate, scientists have identified an important gene that is associated with the disfiguring condition.
Mar 25, 2016, 16:19 PM IST
Gene tweaking helped humans walk upright: Study
Researchers at Stanford University have identified a change in gene expression between humans and primates that may have helped give us an edge to walk upright.
Jan 09, 2016, 00:20 AM IST
Know how father`s diet affects RNA of his sperm
In two recent studies, researchers have found that a father's diet affects the levels of specific small RNAs in his sperm, which in turn can affect gene regulation in offspring.
Jan 01, 2016, 18:15 PM IST
Gene-editing technique could treat muscular dystrophy
A gene-editing technique has shown promise in treating Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), the most common and severe form of muscular dystrophy among boys which is characterised by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness.
Jan 01, 2016, 17:46 PM IST
CRISPR – Science's Breakthrough of the Year!
CRISPR came on top of Science's annual list of scientific breakthroughs given fresh demonstrations of its muscle this year.
Dec 18, 2015, 18:21 PM IST
Gene that triggers sepsis identified
Sepsis is a severe whole-body infection that occurs as a complication to an existing infection, and if not treated quickly can lead to septic shock and multiple organ failure, with death rates as high as 50 percent.
Oct 26, 2015, 14:17 PM IST
Identifying signs of faster ageing
A new gene research has identified the signs of faster ageing process.
Oct 24, 2015, 09:22 AM IST
Scientists find gene linked to Parkinson's disease
British researchers said they have identified a new gene linked to nerve function, that could hold the key to treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease.
Oct 20, 2015, 10:02 AM IST
Genes can predict sexual orientation in men
In a first, scientists have developed a method that can almost accurately reveal the sexual orientation of men just by looking at some specific genes.
Oct 09, 2015, 23:28 PM IST
Steep weight loss in older women indicates Alzheimer's risk
Evidence suggests that body weight change may aid in the diagnosis and management of Alzheimer's disease.
Oct 06, 2015, 12:14 PM IST
New genetic test speeds up Ebola diagnosis
Researchers have developed a new DNA test that can be used to rapidly diagnose Ebola and other pathogens such as Chikungunya and hepatitis C virus.
Sep 29, 2015, 11:42 AM IST
Genes behind lung disease in smokers decoded
British researchers have discovered six independent genetic variants associated with lung health and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) -- revealing association with lung disease and smoking behaviour.
Sep 28, 2015, 11:15 AM IST
Indian-origin scientist spots new cancer gene mutations
In a discovery that could lead to more targeted and effective treatments for certain lung and prostate cancers, a team of researchers, led by an Indian-origin scientist, has identified two new cancer-causing gene mutations.
Sep 24, 2015, 13:30 PM IST
