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Giant viruses may possess the tools of metabolism in their genome

According to researchers from Virginia Tech, genes within viruses possess certain portions that help them make their own tools for metabolism. However, they do not have metabolic processes of their own. The new study with these findings appeared in the latest issue of the journal Nature Communications.

			Study identifies three unknown genetic mechanisms that cause myopia Three previously unknown genetic mechanisms have been discovered in causing myopia otherwise known as short or near-sightedness, finds a new study.

			Study of rare genetic disorder that causes severe eyesight problems Nagano prefecture is home to a group of people effected with a rare genetic neurodegenerative disorder called familial amyloid polyneuropathies. This disease impacts the gene encoding protein transthyretin which is produced in the liver and also eyes.

	Predicting the evolution of genetic mutations Biologists have developed an algorithm able to predict how genetic mutations can make critical proteins change with evolution.

	Study: Genetic and neural factors influence ADHD diagnosis Genetic studies of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) show that it takes many common genetic variations combining together in one individual to increase risk substantially.

	Research suggests an avenue to treat, prevent genetic disorders in the womb New research led by hearing scientists at Oregon Health & Science University suggests an avenue to treat and prevent intractable genetic disorders before birth.

	Scientists unravel mystery about how nature can access genetic information in cells Australian scientists have unraveled part of the mystery about how nature can usefully access genetic information in cells despite it being so tightly packed away.

	A new tool for developing gene therapies against cancer, genetic disorders, and blood diseases A UCLA-led research team today reports that it has developed a new method for delivering DNA into stem cells and immune cells safely, rapidly and economically.