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NSF backs bioinformatics approach to understanding plant RNA modifications

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Led by Boyce Thompson Institute’s Andrew Nelson, four partners will identify RNA modifications and develop resources that may lead to hardier crops Credit: Photo credit: Anna Nelson Dittrich ITHACA, NY, August 4, 2020 — RNA perform a variety of functions in cells, helping with everything from regulating genes to building proteins.

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BioTuring enters collaboration to enable detailed single-cell RNA research

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The collaboration aims to “close the gap between single-cell RNA sequencing wet-lab services and single-cell data analysis solutions,” which will allow scientists to study the finest details that can be hard to access. Developments in the sector have already led to significant scientific breakthroughs.

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U-M RNA scientists identify many genes involved in neuron development

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Credit: Nigel Michki Neurons result from a highly complex and unique series of cell divisions. For example, in fruit flies, the process starts with stem cells that divide into mother cells (progenitor cells), that then divide into precursor cells that eventually become neurons.

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New computational tool reliably differentiates between cancer and normal cells from single-cell RNA-sequencing data

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CopyKAT enables researchers to gain new insights when analyzing solid tumor samples Credit: MD Anderson Cancer Center HOUSTON — In an effort to address a major challenge when analyzing large single-cell RNA-sequencing datasets, researchers from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have developed a new computational technique to accurately (..)

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Researchers hone in on the best software for detecting microRNAs in plants

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Almost twenty years ago, the process of RNA silencing was discovered in plants, whereby small fragments of RNA inactivate a portion of a gene during protein synthesis.

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Deep learning takes on synthetic biology

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Computational algorithms enable identification and optimization of RNA-based tools for myriad applications DNA and RNA have been compared to “instruction manuals” containing the information needed for living “machines” to operate.

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Top 10 Fastest Growing Biotech Companies in 2023

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In 2023, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies leverage cutting-edge technology and significant investments in research and development (R&D) to continue pushing the boundaries of innovation in the healthcare sector, transcending the challenges posed by the pandemic.

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