Written by Hiteshi Patel Throughout the last few years, stem cells have been identified as being a potential cure to many types of cancers and diseases. However, it has now come to light that they may promote liver cancer instead of fighting it. During the
Written by Phyllis Shen Scientists at the Scripps Research Institute genetically modified and examined two different microorganisms. Scientists have theorized that before DNA, RNA was used as the primary genetic information and that RNA could catalyze biochemical reactions due to its less stable nature compared
In Drosophila melanogaster, the bicoid, or Bcd, gene triggers the construction of the anterior portion of the organism during development. Cyclorrhapha, a taxa of organisms containing D. melanogaster, is individual in their possession of the gene. The lack of bicoid causes the posterior portion of
Written by Ashley Koca Akin to the gene’s namesake greek goddess, Clotho, the Klotho (KL) gene is one which controls the process of senescence. The KL gene codes for longevity and based upon genotype, can increase cellular aging and the effects of neurodegenerative disorders. PTSD