Computing Cell Fate
October 2, 2018 | Terry Sharrer
Subtle differences in transcription factors determine cell behavior in, say, a heart cell becoming part of the left ventricle or right ventricle tissue. Knowing this, computational biologists at the University of Luxembourg have figured out the transcriptional synchronization in brain neurons producing dopamine, as would be crucial in correcting Parkinson’s disease. The algorithm they used is called “TransSyn” and could be a breakthrough for the finer points of regenerative medicine. MORE
Image Credit: University of Luxemborg