Molecule Found in Huntington’s Patients Kills Cancer Cells
Jim Daley | Feb 13, 2018
Researchers were able to slow tumor growth in a mouse model of human ovarian cancer.
Worm Parents Pass on Behaviors Epigenetically to Offspring
Worm Parents Pass on Behaviors Epigenetically to Offspring
Two research groups demonstrate that in Caenorhabditis elegans, behavioral traits can be passed down through the germline to future generations, even though they aren’t hard-wired.
Two research groups demonstrate that in Caenorhabditis elegans, behavioral traits can be passed down through the germline to future generations, even though they aren’t hard-wired.
Mammalian Immunity: What’s RNAi Got to Do with It?
Shawna Williams | Jul 21, 2017
A new study adds to the evidence that mammalian cells can use small interfering RNAs to defend against viruses, but questions remain about physiological importance.
Making Micromotors Biocompatible
Jyoti Madhusoodanan | Jun 1, 2016
Researchers are developing potent ways to fuel and control the movement of micromotor devices.
RNA Ebola Drug Clears Animal Study
Jef Akst | Apr 24, 2015
The short interfering RNA-based therapy TKM-Ebola protects monkeys from the viral strain still circulating in West Africa.
FDA OKs siRNA Ebola Drug
Kerry Grens | Sep 23, 2014
The US Food and Drug Administration gives the green light to deploy an experimental short interfering RNA treatment against Ebola.
Entry Requirements
Nicholette Zeliadt | Sep 1, 2014
Recent developments in cell transfection and molecular delivery technologies
Marburg Drug Shows Promise
Jyoti Madhusoodanan | Aug 22, 2014
Monkeys infected with lethal doses of Marburg virus were rescued by an experimental siRNA-based therapeutic, a study shows.
RNAi Remedy Lowers Cholesterol
Abby Olena | Oct 3, 2013
A Phase 1 clinical trial demonstrates the safety and efficacy of an siRNA-based, cholesterol-lowering drug.
Shushing RNA
Edyta Zielinska | Aug 1, 2013
The cell detains potentially harmful RNA messages in the spliceosome long enough to create interfering RNAs against the aberrant messages.