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When one become two: Separating DNA for more accurate nanopore analysis

Posted: 18 May 2021 08:41 AM PDT

A new software tool will help bioinformaticians improve the quality and accuracy of their biological data, and avoid mis-assemblies. The fast, lightweight, user-friendly tool visualizes genome assemblies and gene alignments from the latest next generation sequencing technologies.

Mathematical model predicts effect of bacterial mutations on antibiotic success

Posted: 18 May 2021 08:41 AM PDT

Scientists have developed a mathematical model that predicts how the number and effects of bacterial mutations leading to drug resistance will influence the success of antibiotic treatments.

Scientists map gene changes underlying brain and cognitive decline in aging

Posted: 18 May 2021 08:41 AM PDT

Alzheimer's disease shares some key similarities with healthy aging, according to a new mathematical model.