Indian-origin researcher unravels link between depression and heart disease
Depression and cardiovascular disease (CVD) partly develop from the same gene module, said a team of researchers establishing the long-presumed link... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaOhio State Athletic Director gene Smith announces retirement plan. Details here
Gene Smith has explained why he has decided to retire next year. Ohio state athletics bodies heap praise on the sports administrator. Key Points
Economic TimesScientists Are Gene-Editing Flies to Fight Crop Damage
The spotted-wing drosophila is a threat to fruit growers across the US and Europe. Crispr could thwart the pest's numbers. Key Points
WIREDgene Therapy in the Womb Is Inching Closer to Reality
Treatment in utero could cure diseases before birth. Recent advances in lab animals may bring medicine closer to achieving it—but this field is still in its infancy. Key Points
WIREDInside the Secretive Life-Extension Clinic
Longevity evangelists are injecting people with experimental gene therapies. There are no guarantees—and no refunds. Key Points
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US approves two gene therapies for sickle cell disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday approved a pair of gene therapies for sickle cell disease, including the first treatment based on the breakthrough CRISPR gene editing technology. Key Points
ReutersTherapy to treat rare, hereditary diseases
Gjovik [Norway], November 24 (ANI): Over many decades, much study has been conducted on diseases that affect big populations, such as cancer and heart disease. As a result of long-term research efforts on diseases that affect a large number of people, therapeutic approaches have vastly improved. However, there are many diseases that affect just a […] Key Points
ThePrintSarepta slides as FDA about-turn on panel clouds gene therapy approval path
Shares of Sarepta Therapeutics Inc slumped as much as 21% on Friday on uncertainty over its gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy after the U.S. health regulator reversed its decision on a panel meeting. Key Points
ReutersSmall differences in mother's behaviour may reflect in child's epigenome: Study
The study says that even minimal differences in the behavior of the mother can affect the molecular processes of the child. Read more here. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesBluebird bio submits US marketing application for blood disorder gene therapy
Bluebird bio Inc said on Monday it has submitted a marketing application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its gene therapy to treat sickle cell disease. Key Points
ReutersResearchers reveal gene in Down syndrome patients causes improper development of neurons
Washington [US], April 21 (ANI): The University of Michigan researchers discovered that an extra copy of a gene in Down syndrome patients promotes abnormal neuron growth in mice. The gene in question, known as Down syndrome cell adhesion molecule, or DSCAM, has also been linked to autism spectrum diseases, bipolar disorder, and intractable epilepsy. Down […] Key Points
ThePrintDiscrepancies between brain regions could help predict risk of psychosis, study finds
Gene deletion is known to lead to heart defects and immune malfunction in their carriers. Discrepancies between brain regions linked to a common gene deletion... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaGenetic therapy may lower Alzheimer's-causing tau protein: Study
The trial, led by Dr. Catherine Mummery, has used a 'gene silencing' technique for the first time in treating Alzheimer's disease and dementia. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesPreity Zinta poses with hubby gene Goodenough as their twins make cameo in pic
Preity Zinta tied the knot with gene Goodenough in 2016 in Los Angeles. The duo became parents to twins Jai and Gia in 2021. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesPreity Zinta wows in black, poses with hubby gene Goodenough at Oscars party
Preity Zinta clicked a selfie as she posed with her 'pati parmeshwar' gene Goodenough at the Oscars party. Fans praised her look and called her ‘beautiful’. See posts. | Bollywood Key Points
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US FDA approves BioMarin's gene therapy for hemophilia A
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday approved BioMarin Pharmaceutical's gene therapy for hemophilia A, the company said, giving patients with the inherited bleeding disorder an option to reduce regular blood infusions. Key Points
ReutersStudy shows how to treat hereditary, rare diseases
Gjovik [Norway], November 26 (ANI): Much research has been undertaken over many decades on diseases that affect large populations, such as cancer and heart disease. Therapeutic approaches have considerably improved as a result of long-term research work on diseases that affect a huge number of individuals. However, there are many diseases that affect just a […] Key Points
ThePrintCure for sickle cell disease on the horizon? US drug regulator is reviewing 2 new gene therapies
FDA is scheduled to review gene therapies from two American companies — Vertex Pharmaceuticals & Bluebird Bio Inc. If approved, therapies could mean a breakthrough for curing SCD. Key Points
ThePrintBluebird bio to sell sickle cell FDA voucher for $103 mln if therapy approved
Bluebird bio (BLUE.O) said on Monday it has agreed to sell its priority review voucher for $103 million if it gets the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approval for its gene therapy to treat sickle cell disease. Key Points
ReutersUS FDA advisers to consider need for more studies for Vertex/CRISPR gene therapy
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's staff reviewers on Friday asked the regulator's advisory panel to consider the need for additional studies for Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX.O) and CRISPR Therapeutics' (CRSP.BN) sickle cell disease gene therapy. Key Points
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Injecting a gene Into Monkeys' Brains Curbed Their Alcohol Use
Chronic drinking depletes the brain’s dopamine levels. A single dose of a gene therapy reset them, and stopped the craving for alcohol. Key Points
WIREDXcode Life forays into Nutrigenomics and launches gene Nutrition test; Know all about this test and its cost
The high prevalence of genetic variations makes Indians more prone to obesity. Given this scenario, Nutrigenomics has a crucial role to play in bettering the healthspan of Indians, as it offers a customized diet approach based on every individual’s unique genetic makeup, the company stated. Key Points
FinancialexpressResearchers identify potential treatment for a rare genetic disorder
Angelman syndrome is caused by mutations in the maternally inherited UBE3A gene and is characterised by poor muscle control, limited speech, epilepsy and intellectual disabilities,... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPreity Zinta, husband gene chat and laugh with Dalai Lama in Dharamshala
Preity Zinta, along with gene Goodenough, met Dalai Lama in Himachal Pradesh. The actor said she was grateful as she could spend time with him. | Bollywood Key Points
Hindustan TimesAre we entering the era of personalised medicine?
The Human Genome Project was supposed to lead to personalised medicine tailored to our DNA. It's finally happening, but it is proving more difficult than anyone could have imagined. Key Points
BBCUnderstanding evolutionary roots of preferences for sweet tastes
Osaka [Japan], December 28 (ANI): One of the most vital senses, taste perception aids in identifying healthful foods and guiding us away from dangerous things. For example, our preference for both savoury and sweet foods stems from our need to eat proteins and carbohydrates. A research team led by Associate Professor Hidenori Nishihara from Kindai […] Key Points
ThePrintStudy examines how rare gene mutation causes epilepsy
Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which one is vulnerable to experiencing recurrent unprovoked seizures or fits. A rare genetic mutation has been found to... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaBack pain starts when you're young: All about the condition that triggers it
People typically develop Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) between the ages of 17 and 45. Therefore, it is known as a "youngster’s disease." Key Points
India TodayUS employers to see biggest healthcare cost jump in a decade in 2024
U.S. employers are bracing for the largest increase in health insurance costs in a decade next year, according forecasts from healthcare consultants, but workers may be somewhat spared this time around in a tight labor market. Key Points
ReutersPreity Zinta talks about her 'state of mind' on wedding anniversary. See post
Preity Zinta shared a video with her husband gene Goodenough as she celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary. She also talked about her 'state of mind'. | Bollywood Key Points
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