Scientists in Japan have used gene-editing technology to remove the extra chromosome responsible for Down syndrome, at least ...

Trisomy is a genetic condition characterized by the presence of an extra chromosome. This means that the affected person has ...

It has been known for several years that abnormal chromosome numbers lead to protein imbalances in the affected cells. Researchers at RPTU have now investigated the detailed effects of such imbalances ...

Scientists are still working to pinpoint the exact cause, but it’s believed that the extra copy of chromosome 21 drives the overproduction of amyloid precursor protein.

It has been known for several years that abnormal chromosome numbers lead to protein imbalances in the affected cells. Researchers at RPTU have now ...

The researchers also found that cells with extra chromosomes have altered mitochondrial structure and function. The reason: mitochondrial precursor proteins are sequestered in p62-positive ...

However, if something goes wrong, one daughter cell receives an extra chromosome, while the other daughter cell is missing a chromosome.

It has been known for several years that abnormal chromosome numbers lead to protein imbalances in the affected cells. Researchers at RPTU have now investigated the detailed effects of such ...

Understanding Down Syndrome goes beyond the basics. Learn about common medical conditions associated with this genetic ...

A woman who made history as the first model with Down's syndrome to feature on the front cover of Vogue said she was honoured to be making her acting debut. Ellie Goldstein, from Essex, plays Nancy in ...