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Protein droplets may cause many types of genetic diseases: Research
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
Most proteins localize to distinct protein-rich droplets in cells, also known as "cellular condensates". Such proteins contain sequence features that function as address labels, telling the protein which condensate to move into. When the labels get screwed up, proteins may end up in the wron
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Study reveals expanding gene therapy for rare disease that causes blindnes
Updated : 3 years, 1 month ago IST
In an effort to treat the rare genetic condition Usher Syndrome Type 2A (USH2A), a University of Houston researcher is developing a gene therapy technique.
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Researchers find link between genetic factors and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Autism Spectrum Disorder, a neurodevelopmental condition is characterized by a broad spectrum of physiological and behavioral symptoms, including as problems in motor, cognitive, and communication skills, seizures, and hyperactivity. Researchers revealed how between genetic variables and Au
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Save The Sibling a unique program launched from Kolkata
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], November 22 (ANI/GPRC): "Save the Sibling" is a concept oriented unique bouquet of services with substantial financial reimbursement, which would be available as a package, for the first time ever in the country, if not the world.
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Researchers suggest how new test can help cystic fibrosis patients
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Researchers revealed how test can benefit patient's medical treatment. The urine test can make easier for doctors to diagnose how badly a patient is affected by the hereditary disease cystic fibrosis.
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Researchers suggest gene therapy to treat neurological disorders
Updated : 3 years, 4 months ago IST
Excessive activity of a limited number of brain cells causes several brain illnesses, including epilepsy. These diseases frequently do not react well to drug treatment, owing to the fact that drug influence the entire brain. A recent study revealed gene therapy to for neurological disorder.
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Researchers reveal how fasting affects neurons in brain
Updated : 3 years, 6 months ago IST
Boston [US], September 9 (ANI): Calorie restriction has long been linked to fewer seizures in people with epilepsy. Novel research from Boston Children's Hospital helps to explain how fasting affects neurons in the brain and may pave the door for new treatments that do not require fasting or
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Cystic fibrosis: Causal treatment suitable from childhood
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 9 (ANI): Cystic fibrosis remains an incurable genetic disorder which impairs lung function and significantly reduces life expectancy. A new combination drug therapy which addresses the disorder's underlying defects offers a promising new treatment approach.
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Research: Mitochondrial DNA mutations associated with heart disease risk
Updated : 3 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington [US], August 5 (ANI): During a recent study researchers have discovered how mitochondrial function, and dysfunction, play critical roles in numerous diseases, and even ageing.
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Study finds CRISPR technology may provide novel treatment for genetic diso
Updated : 3 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], July 6 (ANI): New research revealed that one of the major issues faced by modern medicine is the treatment of crippling hereditary illnesses. The introduction of CRISPR technology and advances in genetics research over the past ten years have given patients and their familie
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Scientists finds new way to understand genetic disorder in children
Updated : 3 years, 8 months ago IST
Washington [US], July 3 (ANI): According to a recent study, a group of scientists have stepped closer to understanding the unsolved Mendelian diseases. They have found that Mendelian diseases are inherited from either parent due to gene mutations in the developing egg or sperm by studying th
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Thalassaemia Prevention needs greater awareness and immediate attention sa
Updated : 3 years, 10 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], May 11 (ANI/GPRC): Talking about the condition of thalassaemia in India, veteran activist and volunteer for thalassaemia Rotarian Subhojit Roy said, "We desperately need to create awareness about preventive health checks to eradicate thalassaemia otherwise due to ignorance
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