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Mindbytes Nov 7, 2026

CRISPR Breakthrough Identifies Genes Behind Insecticide Resistance in Destructive Agricultural Pest

Scientists use genome-wide CRISPR screening to identify genes controlling insecticide sensitivity in fall armyworms, opening new possibilities for agricultural pest management.

gizmo guru 1 min read

News Oct 15, 2026

Single gene rejuvenates aged cells and extends mouse lifespan

Harvard researchers identified SRSF1, an RNA splicing factor, as a geroprotective target that reverses multiple hallmarks of aging in human cells and extends median lifespan by 14% in mice. The study demonstrates a safer alternative to Yamanaka factor reprogramming by rejuvenating cells without erasing their identity.

Giulio Prisco 2 min read

Community Jun 8, 2026

Decoding Disease: Locating the Tissues That Trigger Illness

New genomic breakthrough reveals exactly where diseases strike. By decoding polygenic signals, scientists pinpoint the tissues and cell types driving illness for precision medicine.

Edilawit Manaye 4 min read

Mindbytes Oct 23, 2026

Warhound Raises $200 Million to Develop Genetically Enhanced Military Dogs

Warhound launches with $200 million to develop genetically enhanced working dogs, combining biological research with advanced military equipment for defense and emergency operations.

gizmo guru 1 min read

Community Oct 28, 2026

Pinpointing Disease Genes Without Full Genetic Data

Pinpointing disease-causing genes among harmless neighbors is tough. SuSiE-RSS cuts through genetic noise, delivering individual-level fine-mapping accuracy using only publicly shared summary statistics.

Dawit Kassa 5 min read

Community Mar 31, 2026

How Human Genetics Improves Drug Discovery

Human genetics is reshaping drug discovery by revealing reliable targets, improving success rates, and reducing costly clinical failures in the development of safer, more effective treatments.

Atnatewos Hailealem 3 min read

Mindbytes Oct 15, 2026

Genetic Study Reveals New Biological Clues Behind Severe Childhood Malnutrition

Researchers identify genetic variations and metabolic abnormalities associated with severe childhood malnutrition, offering new insights into why some children develop dangerous swelling.

Linsey Smith 1 min read

Community Mar 31, 2026

New Genetic Clues Behind Alzheimer’s Disease

Massive genetic study reveals new Alzheimer’s risk genes, linking immune system dysfunction to brain degeneration—offering hope for earlier detection, better treatments, and deeper understanding of disease mechanisms.

Workinew Gebrie 4 min read

Mindbytes Oct 12, 2026

AI Improves Gene-Pair Selection for Cancer Experiments

Borrowed experimental data helps researchers choose promising gene combinations.

Linsey Smith 1 min read

News Sep 9, 2026

A searchable map of every one-letter change in human DNA

Google DeepMind has precomputed predicted effects for all nine billion possible single-letter DNA changes and released a simple score so researchers can look them up.

Giulio Prisco 2 min read