Human genome

Unlocking the Dark Proteome: New Insights into Human Genetics and Disease

Recent genomic research has unveiled the ‘dark proteome,’ revealing thousands of overlooked genes that encode miniproteins, reshaping our understanding of human biology and disease. This groundbreaking analysis highlights the potential for new medical discoveries, particularly in cancer and various health conditions, as scientists explore these unconventional genetic segments.

Groundbreaking Discovery in Genomics: Researchers Shed Light on Behavior of Transposable Elements in Human Genome

Scientists at Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of genomics. Their research, published in Cell Genomics, sheds light on the mysterious behavior of transposable elements (TEs) within the human genome. TEs are segments…

RNA-Based Switch for Gene Therapy

An RNA-Based Switch for Dialing Gene Therapy Up or Down January 2, 2024 The ability to control the expression of therapeutic genes within a “therapeutic window” is crucial to ensure the development of safe and effective gene therapies, but to…