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New DNA Method Uncovers Links to Cancer and Alzheimer's

9/12/2025

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Researchers at the Max Delbrück Center, led by Dr. Dubravka Vucicevic, developed a method to identify DNA regulatory elements, published in "Cell Genomics."
The TargEted SingLe-cell Activation screen technique reveals genetic switches controlling gene activity.
The study focused on the PHOX2B gene, linked to neuroblastoma.
It identified connections between regulatory elements and genes related to cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
This advancement improves understanding of gene regulation and its role in diseases.

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Researchers at the Max Delbrück Center, led by Dr. Dubravka Vucicevic, developed a method to identify DNA regulatory elements, published in "Cell Genomics."
The TargEted SingLe-cell Activation screen technique reveals genetic switches controlling gene activity.
The study focused on the PHOX2B gene, linked to neuroblastoma.
It identified connections between regulatory elements and genes related to cancer and Alzheimer’s disease.
This advancement improves understanding of gene regulation and its role in diseases.