CRISPR-based gene editing has revolutionised the field of functional genomics, allowing researchers to study the function of genes in a wide range of organisms. CRISPR works by using a guide RNA sequence to direct a Cas nuclease to a specific location in the genome, where it can make precise cuts to the DNA. These cuts […]
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Diabetes diagnosis is a critical aspect of disease management, allowing for timely interventions to prevent complications and improve patient outcomes. Recent innovations in diagnostic techniques have revolutionised the detection and monitoring of diabetes, enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and patient convenience. This blog explores the latest advancements in diabetes diagnosis, highlighting novel technologies, emerging biomarkers, and their
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CRISPR-Cas9 technology has transformed the field of disease modelling, providing valuable insights into the genetic basis of various disorders. By leveraging CRISPR’s simplicity, flexibility, and precision, researchers can create in vivo disease models that closely mimic human diseases, facilitating the investigation of gene functions and the testing of potential therapies. Some notable aspects of CRISPR’s
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In the realm of cancer treatment, immunotherapy has emerged as a pivotal strategy, offering innovative approaches that harness the power of the immune system to combat malignancies. This blog delves into the key immunotherapy approaches, elucidating their mechanisms, clinical applications, and significance in revolutionising cancer care. Immunotherapy : Immunotherapy has revolutionised cancer treatment by empowering
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CRISPR-Cas9 technology has revolutionised the field of gene editing and has significant potential for advancements in human medicine. The technology has been used to treat genetic diseases, including sickle cell anaemia and hereditary blindness, by correcting mutations in the DNA sequence. CRISPR-Cas9 CRISPR-Cas9 has also been used to develop cancer therapies by targeting specific genes
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The gut microbiome and nutrigenomics are two fields that are rapidly advancing and have the potential to revolutionise personalised medicine. The gut microbiome refers to the collection of microbes, their genes, and their products that colonise our body since birth and are transferred vertically. The human gut microbiome is considered the most important microbiome, and
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CRISPR-Cas9 technology has been widely applied in agriculture to improve crop quality, increase food productivity, and enhance livestock characteristics. The technology has accelerated crop breeding progress due to its precision in specific gene editing, with a significant increase in the number of publications using CRISPR-Cas9 for crop improvement in recent years. The application of CRISPR-Cas9
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Hair loss is a common condition that affects both men and women. Genetics plays a significant role in hair loss, and several genes are involved in the development of hair loss. The inheritance pattern of hair loss is complex, and it is not entirely understood. While it was once believed that hair loss was passed
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CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats) is a revolutionary gene-editing tool that has transformed the fields of biology, medicine, and agriculture. This system, discovered in bacterial immune systems, has been repurposed to edit DNA with precision, speed, and efficiency. Key Components of CRISPR/Cas-9 System CRISPR arrays: Repeated DNA sequences interspersed with spacer sequences that
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To explore the intersection of genetics and pharmacology, first we summarise the fundamentals of pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics, drawing insights from the research results. Pharmacogenetics Pharmacogenetics is the scientific discipline focused on understanding how genetic variations among individuals influence their response to medications. It connects pharmacology and genetics to predict the efficacy and safety of drugs
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