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The Encyclopedia of Science's Frontier

Author: Halimat Chisom Atanda

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Cancers share DNA mutations that affect our genome

Posted on December 2, 2024December 2, 2024 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

Researchers discovered regions of our DNA where mutations disrupt the structure of our genome and could promote growth in different types of…

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    Gamers characterize human gut microbes

    Posted on November 18, 2024November 11, 2024 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

    Researchers developed a video game that allows non-scientists to assist in analyzing genome sequences of microorganisms in the human…

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      An interactive virtual assistant for cancer research

      Posted on July 29, 2024July 16, 2024 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

      Scientists developed an Alexa-based virtual assistant to help researchers and clinicians understand and interpret cancer genome data.

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        Scientists suggest new ways to treat gastric cancer

        Posted on April 1, 2024March 29, 2024 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

        Researchers computed how genetic elements regulate gastric cancer, to help treat patients and predict their survival.

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          Closing the diversity gap in genetic studies

          Posted on March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

          Scientists developed a new statistical method to improve genome-wide studies of diseases and traits in people with diverse ancestries.

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            New way to detect early-stage cancer

            Posted on December 4, 2023December 2, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

            Researchers developed a new non-invasive method to detect cancer at the early stage from DNA in blood samples.

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              A new tool can spot moving elements in genome data

              Posted on November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

              Researchers developed a computational tool to identify bits of the genome that move around. Their tool will help other scientists find…

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                Can nutgrass prevent gastric ulcer?

                Posted on September 18, 2023September 17, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

                Researchers used computer software to identify compounds in nutgrass that neutralize gastric ulcer bacteria. These compounds are safe for…

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                  Can wearable AI predict depression?

                  Posted on July 17, 2023July 19, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

                  Researchers analyzed the use of wearable AI in detecting and predicting depression. They suggested several ways to improve the technology…

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                    A biological artist for modified DNA molecules

                    Posted on June 29, 2023June 15, 2023 by Halimat Chisom Atanda

                    Researchers developed a tool to visualize changes in DNA data from new sequencing technology. Their tool will help scientists "see" how…

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