Remove DNA Remove Genetics Remove In-Vitro Remove Life Science
article thumbnail

Researchers Discover Genetic Errors and Rogue Antibodies in Cases of Severe COVID-19 Infection

XTalks

The two studies were recently published online in the journal Science, both of which were led by Jean-Laurent Casanova, an infectious disease geneticist at Rockefeller University. The team sequenced DNA from 659 critically ill COVID-19 patients and 534 controls with mild or asymptomatic disease. Mutational Errors in COVID-19 Patients.

Antibody 135
article thumbnail

Innovative Nipocalimab Trial for HDFN Treatment Powered by BillionToOne

XTalks

This results in anemia, characterized by a decreased number of RBCs, and jaundice, indicated by high bilirubin levels, typically appearing within the first days or weeks of life. “The ability to detect fetal antigens as early as ten weeks is only made possible due to our expertise in fetal DNA quantification.

Trials 97
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Agilent Receives Approval for GenetiSure Dx Postnatal Assay in Japan

The Pharma Data

This assay enables clinical geneticists to detect genetic aberrations associated with developmental delay, intellectual disabilities, congenital anomalies, and unexplained dysmorphic features. “We are truly excited and humbled to bring the power of diagnostic microarray testing to the Japanese market. About Agilent Technologies.

Genome 40
article thumbnail

The Utility of Liquid Biopsy in Oncology Clinical Trials

XTalks

Liquid biopsy tests in oncology involve isolating entities such as circulating tumor cells (CTC), circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and tumor-derived exosomes. These tumor-derived entities are used to derive genomic and proteomic data. The same webinar held a Q&A session with Dr. Bahassi and two other experts from Medpace, Dr. Lyon L.

article thumbnail

Transitioning Between Academia and Industry: Advice from Leading Scientists That Made the Switch

XTalks

A life-changing moment came for Dr. Leaving academia for industry is a route that academic scientists and professors did not traditionally pursue in the past due to perceived differences in skillsets, experiences and even associated stigmas. The journey first starts with the decision to make the switch. Key Moments.

article thumbnail

Touchlight boosts DNA manufacturing capacity with latest expansion

Pharmaceutical Technology

Enzymatic DNA production company Touchlight have augmented its DNA production capabilities with a newly announced expansion to its London facilities. Tripling its production capacity, Touchlight can now manufacture 8kg plasmid DNA, a key component for mRNA gene therapies and vaccines.

DNA 130
article thumbnail

COVID-19 Pandemic Coverage

XTalks

Tension is mounting as nations big and small jockey around industry to ensure they are first in line to access a vaccine, should one prove to be successful against COVID-19. By the end of August, the World Health Organization (WHO) counted 33 vaccine candidates in some stage of clinical trial evaluation. The price of that prize is incalculable.