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Gene Treatment for Deafness?

Scientists have moved a big step closer to using genetic engineering to restore hearing to the deaf. A therapy is not round the corner just yet but the advance in understanding from this new research is significant.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
DNA and Flesh Eating Bacteria

Flesh eating bacteria conjure up a nasty image of tiny creatures crawling all over bodies devouring flesh. Far from being the product of the warped mind of a screenwriter these bugs exist and cause a rare infection known as necrotising fasciitis. Knowing how they function will help to defeat them.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
Symptoms of Pituitary Gland Disorders

The pituitary gland or hypophysis is called the 'master gland' because it is so important in the functions of many body organs and functions. As a result malfunctions of this gland due to tumors and other disorders can cause severe symptoms and disease.

Published by NoreenK (441 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Medical Science Articles

Microbes and Human Skin

It doesn't matter whether you have great skin, young skin, or clean skin; whatever shape your skin is in, it will be covered from head to foot with microbes. So why is human skin such a popular home for these tiny critters? And are our intimate neighbours friend or foe?

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
Seasonal Affective Disorder and Genetic Mutations

Many people claim to suffer from seasonal affective disorder, a downturn in mood brought on by the long grey winter months. It's a poorly understood condition, but a new study claims a genetic mutation in the eye may be to blame.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
How Does the Ebola Virus Affect the Human Body?

The Ebola virus is a member of the Filoviridae family of RNA viruses. It causes an often fatal disease in humans called Ebola hemorrhagic fever.

Published by Rafael B. (8,440 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles

Human Genetics and the Fruit Fly Drosophila Melanogaster

Drosophila melanogaster, a name that trips off the tongue, is a fruit fly and a geneticist's best friend. For more than 100 years the flying insects have played a pivotal role in scientific research, particularly in genetics and developmental biology.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
Human Genetics: The Y Chromosome and Being Male

The Y chromosome is the runt of the genetic litter. Much smaller than the X chromosome and with fewer genes it is nonetheless a key sex determinant. Some of the answers of how it plays this role are coming from an unusual source - a girl.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
Bad Breath and the Causes of Bad Breath

It's the little things in life that can be a real nuisance. For most people with bad breath the number one cause is anaerobic mouth bacteria that live on the tongue and between the teeth. They produce foul smelling odours that are a real head-turner and have you diving for the mints and mouthwash.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles
Premature Ejaculation: Could Genetics Solve the Problem?

It's an embarrassing problem, and one that researchers believe affects all men at some point in their lives. Psychological and environmental factors contribute to it, but there is also evidence to suggest that it may be a genetic disorder.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,463 pts ) on Nov 25, 2009 to
Genetics Articles

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