News: genes

DNA protecting gene’s crucial role in brain disorders revealed

Microscopic images showing bright red spots on a cell next to an image of green cells showing DNA damage.
Posted on Mar 13 2024 by Jessica Stanley

³ÉÈË´óƬ researchers now know more about a mysterious gene’s role in maintaining healthy DNA – a crucial development that could lead to new treatments for life threatening illnesses including neurodevelopmental disorders, some types of cancer and neurodegenerative diseases.

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Cancer researcher’s leading new role at SAiGENCI

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Posted on Sep 27 2023 by Jessica Stanley

A world-leading researcher is bringing their cutting-edge cancer expertise and search for better treatments to South Australia.

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Speedy new species of snake uncovered in Australia

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Posted on Jul 19 2023 by Jessica Stanley

A new species of snake has been identified for the first time by a team of researchers from the ³ÉÈË´óƬ, the South Australian Museum and the Western Australian Museum.

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Cracking the code for better barley - and more of it!

Image of a normal barley flower and a flower from a mutant variety.
Posted on Jul 6 2023 by Jessica Stanley

Researchers have for the first time identified several genes in barley that could eventually lead to larger yielding crops.

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