Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed an animal research model for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) to be used for muscle regeneration research as well as studies of the effectiveness of potential therapies for FSHD. (sciencedaily.com)
Recently published findings from a team of researchers at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester, Mass., suggest that a modified form of this CRISPR gene - editing technology may eventually result in a cure for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), a form of the disease that leads to progressive muscular degeneration in the face, shoulder blades and upper arms. (washingtonpost.com)
Marlinde L. van den Boogaard conduct analyses suggesting transcription of DUX4 in somatic cells is modified by variations in its epigenetic state and provide a basis for understanding the reduced penetrance of Facioscapulohumeral dystrophy (FSHD) within families. (interactive-biosoftware.com)