Stickiness is key for NANOG to turn on human cell pluripotency
Researchers provide new insights into how human NANOG reshapes the genomic landscape to activate a pluripotent state.
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From The Labs
Combating triple-negative breast cancer on two fronts delivers promising results
Researchers identified a combination therapy for triple-negative breast cancer that results in durable tumor regression in an animal model.
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Researchers reveal genetic basis of severe forms of EBF3-associated neurodevelopmental disorders
Patients with some gene variants affecting a zinc finger region of EBF3 suffer from a more severe form of the condition.
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Baylor researcher awarded a Marie Curie Global Fellowship
Dr. Bjoern Burckhardt will use mass spectrometric imaging to identify potential new biomarkers and promising drug targets for human diseases.
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Interferon drives cognitive impairment in Alzheimer’s disease model
This study highlights the importance of brain inflammation and other complex events involved in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
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The discovery of genes like PAX5 improves diagnostic testing for neurodevelopmental disorders, and more
Discovering new genes that are linked to undiagnosed diseases has relevant scientific and clinical consequences as well as important personal implications for patients.
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April is National Autism Awareness Month
From the Labs presents a sample of Baylor’s basic research work contributing to a better understanding of autism and related disorders.
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Researchers identify two distinct tuberculosis subtypes – one has better prognosis than the other
The study of the human immune response to tuberculosis revealed an approach that can lead to the development of personalized therapies.
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Video of the Month: A cell dividing
Cell division is a highly dynamic and energy-demanding process.
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Estrogen-regulated brain circuit helps females control obesity
An estrogen-activated brain circuit connects specific brain regions, providing anti-obesity benefits in an animal model.
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