Transcriptomics
Turning up the volume of quieter RNAs
9 Oct 2024A new RNA sequencing approach allows scientists to hone in on rare, often obscured transcripts that reflect the finer details of cellular function.
Tumors hide by mimicking fetal characteristics
26 Apr 2021Liver tumors gain immune tolerance by activating cellular mechanisms involved in fetal development.
How promoters predict patient outcomes
7 Nov 2019A*STAR researchers demonstrate how the expression of genes from alternative gene promoters is associated with lower cancer survival in patients.
Chipping away at drug resistance
30 Apr 2019A platform for rapidly profiling mutations and gene expression offers valuable insights into cancer biology
Structure informs function
1 Jul 2014Genomic differences between individuals can change the physical organization of RNA transcripts, affecting their expression