International collaboration produces detailed models of the 3D genome over time in cells

In its effort to correlate genomic structure with gene function, the 4D Nucleome Consortium (4DN), led by Job Dekker, Ph.D., ...
Science Daily

Among body shapes, pears are healthier than apples

For women, fat usually accumulates around the hips, resulting in a pear-shaped look. In men, fat tends to build up around the abdomen, creating an apple shape. According to a new mouse study, it's ...
Medical Xpress

Colorectal cancer's immune puzzle cracked: Two Treg cell types shape survival odds

In most solid tumors, high numbers of regulatory T (Treg) cells are associated with poorer outcomes because they dampen the immune system's ability to fight against a tumor. Colorectal cancer, however ...
Investopedia

Understanding Interest Rate Derivatives: Types, Uses, and Examples

James Chen, CMT is an expert trader, investment adviser, and global market strategist. Thomas J. Brock is a CFA and CPA with more than 20 years of experience in various areas including investing, ...