Blog
Types of DNA: a comprehensive overview of DNA structures
Deoxyribonucleic acid, or DNA, is the fundamental building block of life. Let’s explore the fascinating types of DNA in the world.
22 January 2025
News
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Liquid biopsy: unveiling methylation biomarkers for early cancer diagnosis
Liquid biopsy represents a groundbreaking advancement in disease diagnostics, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional tissue biopsies, particularly for cancer.
16 December 2024
Publication
biomodal publication: Nature Communications Medicine. 5‑methylcytosine and 5‑hydroxymethylcytosine are synergistic biomarkers for early detection of colorectal cancer
Our study investigates the roles of 5‑methylcytosine (5mC) and 5‑hydroxymethylcytosine (5hmC) as biomarkers for early-stage colorectal cancer (CRC) detection in cell-free DNA (cfDNA).
25 November 2024
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How liquid biopsy utilises genetic biomarkers for early diagnosis
The utilisation of genetic biomarkers in liquid biopsy has caused a revolution in cancer diagnostics and personalised medicine.
18 November 2024
Blog
How histone modifications impact gene regulation
Discover how histone modifications like acetylation and methylation shape chromatin structure, control gene expression, and influence epigenetic regulation.
4 November 2024
News
biomodal to present new 6-base genome data showing enhanced sensitivity for detection of stage I colorectal cancer in plasma cell-free DNA at American Society of Human Genetics meeting 2024
“Our goal is to provide researchers and liquid biopsy clinical test developers with innovative tools that enable them to reveal previously undetectable biological changes,”
1 November 2024
Blog
What is epigenetics? A brief introduction into how & why our genes switch on and off
Discover the fascinating world of epigenetics, where our genes are influenced not only by our DNA but also by our environment.
22 October 2024
Blog
How liquid biopsy is transforming neurodegenerative disease diagnosis
Explore how liquid biopsy works for neurodegenerative disease diagnosis; including advantages over traditional methods and promising biomarkers.
7 October 2024
Blog
How DNA methylation affects gene expression
DNA methylation serves as a pivotal epigenetic mechanism that significantly influences gene regulation by recruiting proteins that facilitate gene repression or by hindering transcription factors
19 August 2024
Blog
Understanding genomic DNA (gDNA): unravelling the blueprint of life
The study of genomic DNA (gDNA) has revolutionised the field of genetics, allowing scientists to gain a deeper understanding of how traits are inherited and how genetic variations contribute to disease.
24 July 2024