More articles about: Genetics
flower petal clock with leaf on washed wood background
Health Lab
“Springing forward” affects early birds less than night owls, study finds
Daylight Saving Time shift that loses an hour of sleep affects people whose genetic profile makes them “night owls” more than it does “early birds”.
 stethoscope drawing in blue ink on lined paper with lab note writing on bottom right in yellow and navy
Health Lab
Attacking Aortic Aneurysms Before They Grow
New basic science research shows what happens when you inhibit JMJD3 through both genetics and pharmacology.
 person lifting samples in biorepository with blue gloves, white coat and mask and goggles on
Health Lab
Cold is Gold for COVID-19 Scientists
A biorepository of samples from people with COVID-19 is on ice in the same kind of -80 freezers that are used to store vaccines.
 image of drawing of gene in blue ink on lined paper with lab note written on bottom right
Health Lab
New Gene Target Could Improve Cholesterol Without Harming the Liver
Preclinical study identifies possible therapeutic target for cardiovascular risk factors that avoid the common problem of an increased risk of fatty liver disease.
 stethoscope drawing in blue ink on lined paper with lab note writing on bottom right in yellow and navy
Health Lab
Advancing Gene Editing With New CRISPR/Cas9 Variant
Researchers report the ability to improve safety and efficacy using a CRISPR-Cas9 variant known as miCas9.
 microscope in lab
Health Lab
Genetic Study Uncovers Mutation Associated with Fibromuscular Dysplasia
Researchers report first clinically actionable findings for a rare blood vessel disease in a study of four unrelated families, all with the same genetic variant.
 Virology
Health Lab
What the SARS-CoV-2 Genome Reveals
Researchers are mapping the genome of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, to better understand how the novel coronavirus behaves.
 Graphic with a large microscope and two small scientists standing in front with a third on a ladder looking through the eyepiece.
Health Lab
The Reality of Being Rare
We may be on the horizon of a revolution in understanding rare diseases and developing new treatments, but for those living with rare diseases, raising awareness now about these little known conditions is key.
 hour glass
Health Lab
A New Drug Slows Aging in Mice. What About Us?
The director of U-M’s Center for Aging Research discusses their latest findings and research behind longevity.
 Stifflung image
Health Lab
Epigenetic Changes to Gene Affect Key Cells Behind Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
A recent epigenetic discovery could inspire new treatments for patients living with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).
 Planus image
Health Lab
Arthritis Treatment Could Provide Relief for Lichen Planus Skin Rash
For skin rash sufferers, new Michigan Medicine research suggests an arthritis treatment could possibly help provide some relief.
Health Lab
Gene Discovery Shows Effects of Impaired Protein Synthesis
Researchers identify genetic variants that lead to a severe developmental syndrome. The findings could mean better screening and diagnosis for patients with inherited syndromes.
Health Lab
U-M Team Designs an App for HHT Patients
A Michigan Medicine professor and a U-M medical student created an app to help patients manage HHT, a systemic blood vessel disorder characterized by excessive nose bleeding.
Medicine at Michigan
Keep Persisting
A U-M alumna makes history at her alma mater
Health Lab
Fragile X Syndrome Research Gains Momentum
With the help of a new human embryonic stem cell line, researchers make initial strides toward treatment for the genetic mutation.
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
    •