gene expression
Coverage of gene expression in the Nexus archive.
- Troubled waters: a plant protein senses when cells are running dry
A plant protein called SAM8 has been found to sense cellular water availability through a process called phase separation, linking hydration levels to gene expression regulation. This discovery clarifies how cells detect fluctuations in water availability.
- Organ formation in early human embryos captured in spatial cell atlas
A study published in Nature on 27 May 2026 reveals spatial maps of gene expression in whole human embryos during early development, providing insights into molecular programs driving organogenesis. The research captures organ formation across several weeks, advancing understanding of embryonic development.
- Ageing could prime women for autoimmune disorders
A study published in Nature on April 16, 2026, reveals that aging may increase women's susceptibility to autoimmune disorders and men's vulnerability to certain cancers, based on gene expression analysis.
- Revealed: how male and female brain cells differ in gene activity
A study published in Nature on 16 April 2026 reveals differences in gene activity between male and female brain cells, which may explain varying risks of brain diseases by sex. Variations in gene expression could underlie sex-based disparities in neurological conditions.
- Gene regulatory landscape dissected by single-cell four-omics sequencing
A study published in Nature on April 1, 2026, employs single-cell four-omics sequencing to analyze genome conformation, histone modifications, chromatin accessibility, and gene expression. This approach reveals dynamic epigenome profiles and spatial clustering within cells, advancing understanding of regulatory landscapes across tissues.