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tag transcription factors ecology genetics genomics immunology
Engineering the Microbiome: CRISPR Leads the Way
Mariella Bodemeier Loayza Careaga, PhD
| Mar 15, 2024
| 10+ min read
Scientists have genetically modified isolated microbes for decades. Now, using CRISPR, they intend to target entire microbiomes.
Next-generation CAR and TCR Cancer Therapies
Danielle Gerhard, PhD
| Mar 15, 2024
| 10+ min read
From smart receptors to novel biologics, scientists plan to overcome the challenges of treating solid tumors.
One Protein to Rule Them All
Shelby Bradford, PhD
| Feb 28, 2024
| 10+ min read
p53 is possibly the most important protein for maintaining cellular function. Losing it is synonymous with cancer.
Transcription factors link rhizobia, legumes
Ishani Ganguli(iganguli@the-scientist.com)
| Jun 19, 2005
| 3 min read
GRAS family proteins found to regulate nodules where nitrogen-fixing bacteria live
Integrate and Innovate with NGS and Multiomics
The Scientist
and Illumina
| May 4, 2023
| 6 min read
Researchers across disciplines combine layers of discovery obtained with accessible NGS-based multiomics approaches.
Our Favorite Genetics Stories of 2021
Christie Wilcox, PhD
| Dec 23, 2021
| 4 min read
Studies
The Scientist
covered this year illustrate the expanding importance of genetic and genomic research in all aspects of life science, from ecology to medicine.
Serendipity, Happenstance, and Luck: The Making of a Molecular Tool
Shelby Bradford, PhD
| Dec 4, 2023
| 10+ min read
The common fluorescent marker GFP traveled a long road to take its popular place in molecular biology today.
Genes that Aided Black Death Survival Linked to Autoimmunity
Jef Akst
| Oct 20, 2022
| 2 min read
A new study points to repercussions of the Medieval pandemic for the health of modern humans.
Genome Spotlight: Common Reed (
Phragmites australis
)
Christie Wilcox, PhD
| Dec 23, 2021
| 3 min read
The first reference-quality genome for this grass species could aid managers in understanding and eradicating this highly invasive plant.
Bugs as Drugs to Boost Cancer Therapy
Danielle Gerhard, PhD
| Jan 18, 2024
| 7 min read
Bioengineered bacteria sneak past solid tumor defenses to guide CAR T cells’ attacks.
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