A newly developed luciferase-based reporter can detect problems in protein translocation and disulfide bond formation in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER), as reported by researchers at Science Tokyo.

Beyond simply detecting cancer, the methylation patterns helped identify where in the body a signal was coming from, known as the tissue of origin. "Being able to trace signals back to their source is ...

According to a study, the RNA (a type of genetic material) and other substances within urine can show changes in cell types, revealing early signs of cancer and other diseases. This method could help ...

Early detection is critical when it comes to curing diseases like cancer, but not everyone has easy access to screening tools. For problems in the genitourinary (GU) tract (which includes the kidneys, ...

Efficient blood sugar control plays a major role in preventing diabetes, a disease affecting millions around the world. Detecting problems early, though, has always been tough. Traditional tests only ...