News tagged with faulty genes
Editing scrambled genes in human stem cells may help realize the promise of stem cell-gene therapy
In principle, genetic engineering is simple, but in practice, replacing a faulty gene with a healthy copy is anything but. Using mutated versions of the lamin A gene as an example to demonstrate the versatility of their virus-based ...
May 19, 2011 |
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Gene find offers hope of screening test for bone disease
Scientists have discovered three genes linked to the development of Paget's disease, a painful bone condition that affects up to one million people in the UK.
May 02, 2010 |
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Ovarian cancer study offers vital clues for new therapies
Scientists have taken a major step forward in the understanding of ovarian cancer, which could improve treatment for patients with the condition.
Apr 21, 2010 |
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New gene discovery could help to prevent blindness
Scientists have uncovered a new gene that could help save the sight of patients with a type of inherited blindness.
Feb 11, 2010 |
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New old drug fights colon cancer
A new Tel Aviv University drug, based on an older generation antibiotic, may provide doctors with an effective and innovative method of treating colon cancer in both its incipient and full-blown stages -- and minimize the ...
Oct 13, 2009 |
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Epilepsy halted in mice
Scientists at Leeds have prevented epilepsy caused by a gene defect from being passed on to mice offspring - an achievement which may herald new therapies for people suffering from the condition.
Medicine & Health / Medical research
Aug 03, 2009 |
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Gene hunters target child kidney failure
Researchers are zeroing in on the genetic abnormalities predisposing to vesicoureteric reflux (VUR), one of the most common causes of urinary tract infections and kidney failure in children, reports a study in an upcoming ...
May 14, 2009 |
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