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The ISSCR releases new resource to accelerate the development of PSC-derived therapies

The International Society for Stem Cell Research (ISSCR) is proud to announce the release of Best Practices for the Development of Pluripotent Stem Cell-Derived Cellular Therapies, a comprehensive, interactive new resource designed to accelerate the translation of human pluripotent stem cell (PSC)-derived therapies into clinical trials and commercial use.

9 Oct 2025

Errors in EPG5 gene implicated in rare infant condition and adult neurodegenerative diseases

Errors in a gene known to cause a serious neurodevelopmental condition in infants are also linked to the development of Parkinson's disease in adolescence and adulthood, according to new research.

9 Oct 2025

Socially enriched environments linked to better memory and cognitive flexibility in aged rats

A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on August 22, 2025, titled, "The impact of long-term social housing on biconditional association task performance and neuron ensembles in the anterior cingulate cortex and the hippocampal CA3 region of aged rats."

9 Oct 2025

Air pollution plays a significant role in the development of metabolic disorders

Long-term exposure to fine air pollution can impair metabolic health by disrupting the normal function of brown fat in mice. A study co-led by the University of Zurich shows that this occurs through complex changes in gene regulation driven by epigenetic mechanisms.

9 Oct 2025

Study reports the world's first genetically engineered pig-to-human liver xenotransplantation

An important new study in the Journal of Hepatology, published by Elsevier, reports the world's first auxiliary liver xenotransplant from a genetically engineered pig to a living human recipient.

9 Oct 2025

Takara Bio USA, Inc. announces a series of updates to its spatial biology product portfolio, extending its innovation with a new class of spatial technology

Takara Bio USA, Inc. ("Takara Bio USA"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Takara Bio Inc. ("Takara Bio"), today announced a series of updates to its spatial biology product portfolio, extending its innovation with a new class of spatial technology.

9 Oct 2025

Chiba University study clarifies molecular mechanism driving keloid's unpredictable growth

Keloids are raised, overgrown scars that can develop after skin injuries or surgery, often extending beyond the original wound boundaries. For many people, keloids are more than just a cosmetic concern; they often cause distressing symptoms such as chronic pain, itching, and restricted movement.

9 Oct 2025

PlasmidFactory and Fraunhofer IZI join forces to advance non-viral cell and gene therapies

PlasmidFactory GmbH and the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology IZI have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to combine expertise in cell therapy process development and GMP manufacturing, aiming to accelerate non-viral cell and gene therapies for the benefit of patients.

From PlasmidFactory GmbH 9 Oct 2025

Refined DNA sequencing tool reveals hidden mutations behind aging and cancer

Researchers have refined a powerful DNA sequencing tool that can uncover hidden mutations that occur naturally in our bodies as we age.

8 Oct 2025

Largest study of African American brain tissue reveals key Alzheimer gene activity

The prevalence of Alzheimer disease (AD) is approximately two times higher in African Americans (AA) compared to White/European-ancestry (EA) individuals living in the U.S.

8 Oct 2025

Engineered Salmonella therapy delivers immune payloads to combat cancer

A new research paper was published in Volume 16 of Oncotarget on October 6, 2025, titled "ACTM-838, a novel systemically delivered bacterial immunotherapy that enriches in solid tumors and delivers IL-15/IL-15Rα and STING payloads to engage innate and adaptive immunity in the TME and enable a durable anti-tumor immune response."

8 Oct 2025

Engineered CAR-NK cells show enhanced cancer killing and immune evasion

One of the newest weapons that scientists have developed against cancer is a type of engineered immune cell known as CAR-NK (natural killer) cells. Similar to CAR-T cells, these cells can be programmed to attack cancer cells.

8 Oct 2025

Empowering genomics research with cloud-based innovation

Discover how Discovery Life Sciences enhances genomics research with cloud-based platforms like DNAnexus.

From DNAnexus, Inc. 8 Oct 2025

Aptamer expands into targeted radiopharmaceuticals with major top 3 pharma contract

Aptamer Group plc, the developer of next-generation synthetic binders for the life sciences industry, has announced a significant development contract with a top 3 global pharmaceutical company to engineer Optimer® binders as targeted radiopharmaceuticals for potential therapeutic applications.

8 Oct 2025

Whole genome sequencing may guide care for thousands of breast cancer patients

Whole genome sequencing offered to breast cancer patients is likely to identify unique genetic features that could either guide immediate treatment or help match patients to clinical trials for over 15,000 women a year, say scientists at the University of Cambridge.

7 Oct 2025

Advancing disease research with AI and Bayesian modeling at UT Arlington

Artificial intelligence can solve problems at remarkable speed, but it's the people developing the algorithms who are truly driving discovery.

7 Oct 2025

Discovery opens up new avenues for treating rotavirus infections

Rotavirus causes severe dehydrating diarrhea in infants and young children, contributing to more than 128,500 deaths per year globally despite widespread vaccination efforts.

7 Oct 2025

How multiple genetic variants shape clinical outcomes in complex disorders

The genetic roots of a disease or disorder do not always grow into clear cut, easily diagnosed clinical features.

7 Oct 2025

SMOC1 gene plays a surprising role in the development of type 2 diabetes

Scientists at City of Hope, one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and a leading research center for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses, have uncovered a gene called SMOC1 that plays a surprising role in the development of type 2 diabetes (T2D) by converting pancreatic cells that normally produce insulin into those that increase blood sugar.

7 Oct 2025

Deregulated miR-145 and miR-27b impact adipogenesis in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome

A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on August 27, 2025, titled, "Deregulated miR-145 and miR-27b in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome: implications for adipogenesis."

7 Oct 2025

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Gene News and Research

Latest Gene News and Research

The ISSCR releases new resource to accelerate the development of PSC-derived therapies

Errors in EPG5 gene implicated in rare infant condition and adult neurodegenerative diseases

Socially enriched environments linked to better memory and cognitive flexibility in aged rats

Air pollution plays a significant role in the development of metabolic disorders

Study reports the world's first genetically engineered pig-to-human liver xenotransplantation

Takara Bio USA, Inc. announces a series of updates to its spatial biology product portfolio, extending its innovation with a new class of spatial technology

Chiba University study clarifies molecular mechanism driving keloid's unpredictable growth

PlasmidFactory and Fraunhofer IZI join forces to advance non-viral cell and gene therapies

Refined DNA sequencing tool reveals hidden mutations behind aging and cancer

Largest study of African American brain tissue reveals key Alzheimer gene activity

Engineered Salmonella therapy delivers immune payloads to combat cancer

Engineered CAR-NK cells show enhanced cancer killing and immune evasion

Empowering genomics research with cloud-based innovation

Aptamer expands into targeted radiopharmaceuticals with major top 3 pharma contract

Whole genome sequencing may guide care for thousands of breast cancer patients

Advancing disease research with AI and Bayesian modeling at UT Arlington

Discovery opens up new avenues for treating rotavirus infections

How multiple genetic variants shape clinical outcomes in complex disorders

SMOC1 gene plays a surprising role in the development of type 2 diabetes

Deregulated miR-145 and miR-27b impact adipogenesis in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome

eBook: Using iPSCs models for human disease research and drug discovery eBook

Digital pathology and the PathoVerse: A conversation with Dr. Singh

Bioprocess Efficiency with Cell Density Monitoring

Exploring electron microscopy for plant and microbial imaging at the John Innes Centre