Topic
Genetics
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Alexander Rich dies at 90
Biophysicist was noted for his discovery of left-handed Z-DNA.
April 28, 2015 -
An ocean of opportunity
Mick Follows uses tiny marine microbes to model climate change.
April 14, 2015 -
Researchers generate a reference map of the human epigenome
Better understanding of epigenetic modifications could elucidate their role in human traits, diseases.
February 18, 2015 -
Epigenomics of Alzheimer’s disease progression
Study of epigenomic modifications reveals immune basis of Alzheimer's disease.
February 18, 2015 -
Could birdsong help us solve stuttering?
New CSAIL genomics work suggests vocalizing birds could tell us more about speech disorders.
December 22, 2014 -
New way to turn genes on
Technique allows rapid, large-scale studies of gene function.
December 10, 2014 -
Bacteria become “genomic tape recorders”
Engineered E. coli can store long-term memories of chemical exposure, other events in their DNA.
November 13, 2014 -
New interdisciplinary center at MIT to focus on the microbiome and human health
Partnership with MGH, other institutions to foster regional ecosystem for rapidly evolving field.
November 6, 2014 -
Francis Collins: Scientists must engage with the world
In Compton Lecture, NIH director details the importance of reaching out to others.
October 29, 2014 -
Fast modeling of cancer mutations
New genome-editing technique enables rapid analysis of genes mutated in tumors.
October 22, 2014 -
NIH Director Francis Collins to deliver Compton Lecture Oct. 28
Collins to present “Exceptional Opportunities in Biomedical Research.”
October 20, 2014 -
Researchers engineer new mouse model to study disease
Time-saving tool takes advantage of CRISPR gene-editing technology.
September 25, 2014 -
An easier way to manipulate malaria genes
New approach to knocking out parasite’s genes could make it easier to identify drug targets.
August 10, 2014 -
Kellis to lead MIT team in new phase of GTEx project to elucidate basis of disease predisposition
NIH-sponsored work to characterize genetic variation in human tissues with roles in diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
August 5, 2014 -
Forced mutations doom HIV
New study reveals how a potential HIV drug exacts its toll on viral populations.
July 28, 2014 -
3 Questions: Kenneth Oye on the regulation of genetic engineering
Political scientist discusses regulatory gaps in assessing the impact of “gene drives.”
July 17, 2014 -
Bacteria: A day in the life
MIT study finds ocean bacteria follow predictable patterns of daily activity.
July 10, 2014 -
It’s in the genes — but whose?
Genetic material hitchhiking in our cells may shape physical traits more than we thought.
May 12, 2014 -
Ocean microbes display remarkable genetic diversity
One species, a few drops of seawater, hundreds of coexisting subpopulations.
April 24, 2014 -
Fast way to measure DNA repair
Test analyzing cells’ ability to fix different kinds of broken DNA could help doctors predict cancer risk.
April 21, 2014