An emerging view of RNA transcription and splicing
Whitehead Institute scientists find chemical modification contributes to trafficking between non-membrane-bound compartments that control gene expression.
Whitehead Institute scientists find chemical modification contributes to trafficking between non-membrane-bound compartments that control gene expression.
Along the genome, proteins form liquid-like droplets that appear to boost the expression of particular genes.
Researchers identify a strategy to prevent mobile genetic elements from breaching the bacterial cell wall.
Whitehead Institute team finds drugs that activate a key brain gene; initial tests in cells and mice show promise for rare, untreatable neurodevelopmental disorder.
In a mouse model, restoring activity of a specific forebrain region reverses social traits associated with autism.
Researchers solve how the kava plant produces its pain-relieving and anti-anxiety molecules, demonstrate an extensible method to scale and optimize production.
Differences in male and female gene expression, including those contributing to height differences, found throughout the body in humans and other mammals.
The new system, dubbed RESCUE, allows RNA edits to be made that were not previously possible.
Developed at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, IdPrism and its award-winning algorithms provide rapid analysis for complex forensic DNA samples.
Researchers identify and develop new CRISPR-associated transposase system for targeted integration of DNA, adding key capabilities to gene-editing technology.
Fluorescent tagging system can expedite the process of designing genes and personalizing medicine.
Convergence research at MIT and beyond seeks new solutions for global challenges.
Eight biology contestants get one slide and three minutes to explain their research and impress their listeners.
Professor Gerald Fink, a pioneer in the field of genetics, delivers the annual Killian Lecture.
Researchers are developing a so-called "daisy-chain" gene-drive system that provides controls for genetic engineering of certain populations.