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A lysosome is a membrane-bound cell organelle that contains digestive enzymes. Lysosomes are involved with various cell processes.
… various cell processes. … Lysosome, Cell Biology, Virus, Bacteria, Programmed Cell Death, Apoptosis … A lysosome is a … parts. They may be used to destroy invading viruses and bacteria. If the cell is damaged beyond repair, lysosomes can …
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A bacterial artificial chromosome (BAC) is an engineered DNA molecule used to clone DNA sequences in bacterial cells (for example, E. coli).
… in bacterial cells (for example, E. coli). … Cloning, Bacteria, Bioengineering, DNA Sequencing, Base Pair, …
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The plasma membrane, also called the cell membrane, is the membrane found in all cells that separates the interior of the cell from the outside environment.
… the outside environment. … Organelle, Nuclear Membrane, Bacteria, Cell, Cell Membrane (Plasma Membrane) … The plasma …
Genetic Disorders
Severe Combined Immunodeficiency is a severe, genetic condition of the immune system.
… susceptible to life-threatening infections by viruses, bacteria and fungi. Because David's brother had died of the … substances, or antigens, that mark invading viruses, bacteria and fungi. Severe combined immunodeficiency, or … Combined Immunodeficiency, SCID, Bubble Boy, Viruses, Bacteria, Fungi, Isolation Unit, Lymphocytes … Severe …
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A microbiome is all of the genetic material found in a microbe, such as a bacterium, fungal cell or virus.
… of disorders that may not seem to have anything to do with bacteria, including obesity and diabetes. Explore the Human … Genetic Material, Microbial DNA, Gut DNA, Fungus, Bacteria, Virus, Microbial Genome … A microbiome is all of …
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A virus is an infectious agent that occupies a place near the boundary between the living and the nonliving.
… nonliving. … Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), Bacteria, Cell, Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA), Enzyme, Protein, …
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NHGRI science writer Prabarna Ganguly spoke with Segre about her research career, what makes microbes so complex and her roles in science policy and anti-harassment campaigns.
… as a high-powered microscope to determine what kinds of bacteria, fungi and viruses exist on human skin. And this … revealed the first detailed inventory of the hundreds of bacteria and fungi living on human skin , including …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green, looks back on Bettie Graham's 50 years of federal service and as a champion for diversity in the genomics workforce, as she retires at the end of 2023.
… the researchers created a catalog of over 1,000 species of bacteria and fungi, some of which were not previously known …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is advancing the study of individual and communities of microbes.
… know that your body contains many more microbes (including bacteria and viruses) than human cells? And, even though some … about evolution and human health. When you think of bacteria or viruses, what comes to mind? If you've been sick … the medical and agricultural fields has contributed to bacteria becoming resistant to antibiotics , because with …
News Release
NHGRI participated in a science communications contest called the Three-Minute Talk. NHGRI's Ryan Johnson came away with a first place win.
… Genetic Factors that Influence Carbapenem Resistance in Bacteria Antibiotic resistance in bacteria is a major problem. But before we can begin to … issue, we must first have a thorough understanding of how bacteria develop resistance. One mechanism is through the …