Why synonymous mutations are not always silent
New modeling shows how synonymous mutations—those that change the DNA sequence of a gene but not the sequence of the encoded protein—can still impact protein production and function. A team of researchers led by Penn State chemists modeled how ge.....»»
Covid-Infected HIV Patient Developed Mutations, Study Shows
A South African woman suffering from inadequately treated HIV, and who harbored Covid-19 for nine months saw the respiratory virus develop at least 21 mutations while in her body, according to a study. From a report: Once the 22-year-old adhered to t.....»»
The Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid proves electric motors improve the breed
It's hard to argue with near-silent, efficient, torque-packed propulsion. Enlarge / Bentley's Flying Spur sedan is now available as a plug-in hybrid. (credit: Jonathan Gitlin) Bentley provided flights to Los Angeles and two ni.....»»
Study challenges evolutionary theory that DNA mutations are random
A simple roadside weed may hold the key to understanding and predicting DNA mutation, according to new research from University of California, Davis, and the Max Planck Institute for Developmental Biology in Germany......»»
Unprecedented multiscale model of protein behavior linked to cancer-causing mutations
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers and a multi-institutional team of scientists have developed a highly detailed, machine learning-backed multiscale model revealing the importance of lipids to the signaling dynamics of RAS, a f.....»»
Scientists reveal the genetic basis of mitochondrial diseases
Mutations in genes encoding mitochondrial aminoacyl-tRNA synthetases are linked to diverse diseases. However, the precise mechanisms by which these mutations affect mitochondrial function and disease development are not fully understood......»»
Silent Hill, Bioshock, and 4 more video game revivals we might see in 2022
From Bioshock to Silent Hill, here are some long-dormant game franchises that could make a comeback in 2022......»»
Speeding up directed evolution of molecules in the lab using a new robotic platform
Natural evolution is a slow process that relies on the gradual accumulation of genetic mutations. In recent years, scientists have found ways to speed up the process on a small scale, allowing them to rapidly create new proteins and other molecules i.....»»
Gaming gear to help minimize your carbon footprint in the New Year
Sustainability and gaming aren't exactly synonymous, but some manufacturers are pledging green......»»
Slitterhead’s Creatures Are Named Yakushi & Will Be Able To Mimic Humans, Reveals Silent Hill Creator
Get the latest details on Slitterhead, the debut project from Silent Hill creator Keiichiro Toyama's new studio, Bokeh Game Studio. The post Slitterhead’s Creatures Are Named Yakushi & Will Be Able To Mimic Humans, Reveals Silent Hill Creator a.....»»
New DNA sequencing technique preserves cells" locations within tissues
Within complex tissues such as cancer tumors, individual cells can vary widely from each other. Internally, cancer cells can develop unique DNA mutations and genomic changes, potentially leading to drug resistance, metastasis, or relapse. Externally,.....»»
Research demonstrates that cells with cancer-associated mutations overtake human tissue with age
Recently published research has found that most cancer-free individuals over age 60 carry at least 100 billion cells harboring at least one oncogenic, or tumor-causing, mutation......»»
Early developmental gene can cause deadly aneurysms
Mutations of a gene that regulates formation of blood vessels in the brain of vertebrates can lead to potentially deadly aneurysms in adults. Saccular brain aneurysms affect nearly 3% of the human population. If they rupture, it can cause subarachnoi.....»»
Netflix"s tense "The Silent Sea" trailer follows astronauts exploring an abandoned lunar base
All the ingredients are there.Netflix's trailer for upcoming Korean sci-fi series The Silent Sea has a life-or-death space mission, a botched landing, an abandoned lunar base, and eerie government secrets aplenty.Starring Train to Busan's Gong Joo, C.....»»
How the Omicron Variant Got So Many Scary Mutations So Quickly
The numerous changes in the coronavirus’s spike protein could have arisen in an isolated population or an immunocompromised person, or in animals -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com.....»»
Why Omicron quickly became a variant of concern
The WHO lets Omicron skip over variant of interest, go straight to concern. Enlarge / That's a lot of mutations. (credit: Stanford) On Friday, the World Health Organization officially named a new version of the SARS-CoV-2 viru.....»»
South Africa Raises Alarm Over New Coronavirus Variant
South Africa's government is considering new public-health restrictions to contain a fast-spreading new variant of the coronavirus that scientists say has a high number of mutations that may make it more transmissible and allow it to evade some of th.....»»
One way genetic mutations occur during formation of eggs and sperm
Investigators have employed mutant mice to study how the accumulation of genetic errors is managed during egg and sperm formation......»»
Monarchs evolved mutations to withstand milkweed toxins; so did their predators
Monarch butterflies and their close relatives thrive on poisonous milkweed, thanks to genetic mutations that block the effects of the plant's toxins while allowing the poisons to accumulate in the caterpillar or adult insects as deterrents to hungry.....»»
It takes more than one mutant copy of the PIK3CA gene to make breast cancer more aggressive, study finds
Breast cancers that have an overactive PI3K enzyme tend to be more aggressive and to spread and divide more like stem cells. But a new study uncovers a surprising relationship between PI3K activity and mutations in the PIK3CA gene that codes for the.....»»
How Open Source Operating Systems Can Be Ideal For Your Business
In a world where Windows has become synonymous with PCs in the minds of the public, is there room for Open Source Operating Systems in your business? What many business leaders don’t realize... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we.....»»