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  1. 14H AGO

    484-Metabolic Restoration of Stem Cell Fitness

    Hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) fitness declines as divisions accrue, shifting BCAA usage from catabolic to anabolic activity. This metabolic drift accelerates the cell cycle and causes lineage infidelity. Supplementing with the metabolite aKIC restores balanced output and regeneration.References: Bartram J, Treichel S, Song B A, et al. Activation of a branched-chain amino acid rheostat restores replication-dependent hematopoietic stem cell fitness[J]. Cell Stem Cell, 2026.

    18 min

  2. 15H AGO

    483-Screening Organoids for Pancreas Acinar Specification

    In this study, researchers utilized high-content, image-based screening to investigate the development and morphogenesis of human pancreatic organoids. By testing a library of small molecules, they identified 54 compounds that significantly alter cellular identity and physical structure, specifically focusing on the role of GSK3 inhibitors. The scientists discovered that activating WNT signaling while simultaneously suppressing FGF signaling drives pancreatic progenitors to differentiate into functional acinar cells. These findings are critical for understanding human organogenesis because acinar cells are the suspected site of origin for pancreatic cancer. The research ultimately provides a robust methodological framework for using automated imaging and multivariate analysis to study complex, heterogeneous organoid models. References: Keshara R, Kuodyte K, Janosch A, et al. High-content screening of organoids reveals the mechanisms of human pancreas acinar specification[J]. Cell Stem Cell, 2026.

    14 min

  3. 15H AGO

    482-Mapping Brain Connectivity Changes

    This research study utilizes topological data analysis (TDA) to examine how brain functional connectivity changes during healthy aging and in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). By applying a method called persistent homology, researchers developed a new metric known as node persistence to identify specific brain regions linked to these conditions at global and local scales. The findings reveal that age-related and ASD-related changes are concentrated in networks responsible for movement, social cognition, and memory. Significantly, many of the regions pinpointed by this mathematical tool overlap with areas targeted in non-invasive brain stimulation therapies to improve cognitive or motor functions. This approach provides a scalable and efficient way to map the brain's complex architecture, potentially guiding more effective clinical interventions. In summary, the study bridges advanced geometry and neuroscience to better understand the topological signatures of neurodevelopmental and age-related shifts.References: Madhumita Mondal, Yasharth Yadav, Jürgen Jost, Areejit Samal. Node persistence from topological data analysis reveals changes in brain functional connectivity. Patterns. 2025.

    18 min

  4. 1D AGO

    481-Microbiota-Driven TH17 Trans-differentiation

    This research explores how specific gut bacteria influence the effectiveness of cancer immunotherapy through a process called antigenic mimicry. Scientists found that Segmented Filamentous Bacteria (SFB) can prime immune cells in the intestine that later travel to distant tumors sharing similar protein markers. Once inside the tumor, these cells transform into pro-inflammatory helpers that activate a robust attack by cytotoxic T cells, significantly slowing cancer growth. In contrast, other microbes like Helicobacter hepaticus fail to trigger this response because the immune cells they produce maintain a suppressive role even after migrating to the tumor site. The study concludes that the gut microbiome can be strategically leveraged to enhance anti-PD-1 treatments and improve clinical outcomes.References: Najar T A, Hao Y, Hao Y, et al. Microbiota-induced T cell plasticity enables immune-mediated tumour control[J]. Nature, 2026: 1-10.

    14 min

  5. 1D AGO

    480-DeepMet: Language Models for Human Metabolite Discovery

    Researchers have developed DeepMet, a chemical language model designed to identify the "dark matter" of the metabolome by predicting the structures of previously unrecognized metabolites. By training on textual representations of known chemical structures, the model learns metabolic logic to generate plausible new molecules that existing databases often overlook. The study demonstrates that DeepMet can prioritize these hypothetical structures based on their generation frequency and successfully match them to mass spectrometry data from biological samples. This computational approach was validated by discovering dozens of new metabolites in mouse tissues and human biofluids through comparison with synthetic standards. Ultimately, the tool provides a systematic way to fill gaps in metabolic maps and improve the annotation of complex chemical datasets.References: Qiang H, Wang F, Lu W, et al. Language model-guided anticipation and discovery of mammalian metabolites[J]. Nature, 2026: 1-10.

    17 min

  6. 1D AGO

    479-Genetic Architecture of Aortic Valve Function

    Scientists utilized deep learning and magnetic resonance imaging to analyze aortic valve function in nearly 60,000 participants from the UK Biobank. By measuring specific physical traits like peak velocity and aortic valve area, researchers identified 166 unique genetic loci linked to valve performance and the risk of aortic stenosis. The study discovered that many of the same genes influencing healthy valve function also drive the development of disease. Mendelian randomization further suggested that high levels of lipoproteins and blood pressure play a causal role in valve degradation. These findings highlight lipid-lowering strategies and hypertension management as critical pathways for preventing the narrowing of the aortic valve. Additionally, the development of a polygenic score allowed for the successful prediction of future heart complications in diverse external patient groups.References: Kany S, Rämö J T, Hou C, et al. Multitrait analyses identify genetic variants associated with aortic valve function and aortic stenosis risk[J]. Nature Genetics, 2025: 1-10.

    16 min

  7. 2D AGO

    478-popEVE: A Proteome-Wide Model for Human Disease Genetics

    The paper describes the development and validation of popEVE, a deep generative model designed to interpret missense genetic variants on a proteome-wide scale. By integrating deep evolutionary data with human population variation, the model creates a calibrated scoring system that allows researchers to compare the severity of mutations across different proteins. This approach addresses a major limitation in clinical genomics where previous tools often overpredicted pathogenicity or failed to distinguish between mild and life-threatening conditions. In practical applications, popEVE identified 123 novel candidate genes for severe developmental disorders and successfully prioritized causal mutations using only a patient's exome. The researchers demonstrate that high-scoring variants frequently cluster at critical 3D interaction sites, such as ligand-binding pockets and protein interfaces. Ultimately, the framework improves diagnostic yields for rare diseases, particularly in cases where parental sequencing data is unavailable.References: Orenbuch R, Shearer C A, Kollasch A W, et al. Proteome-wide model for human disease genetics[J]. Nature Genetics, 2025: 1-10.

    17 min

  8. 2D AGO

    477-Spatial Multi-omics Atlas of Human Liver Disease

    Researchers utilized advanced single-cell and spatial multi-omics to map the cellular landscape of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) as it progresses toward more severe stages. A primary finding is the significant expansion of lipid-associated macrophages (LAMs), which are characterized by a specific phenotype driven by the MITF transcription factor. This regulatory pathway enhances fatty acid oxidation and mitochondrial function through the PGC1α–PPARγ axis, helping the liver manage lipid overload. Furthermore, the study suggests that these specialized macrophages exert a hepatoprotective effect by secreting growth factors that promote cell survival and limit tissue damage. By integrating transcriptomic and metabolic data, the authors identified potential therapeutic targets, such as the RSPO3–LGR6 signaling pair, to address inflammation and fibrosis. Overall, these findings provide a comprehensive spatiotemporal reference for understanding the immune and metabolic shifts that occur during chronic liver injury.References: Li Z, Luo G, Gan C, et al. Spatially resolved multi-omics of human metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease[J]. Nature Genetics, 2025: 1-14.

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