$8 million awarded to predict genetic disease risk
$8 million awarded to predict genetic disease risk: Landmark genetic research could allow doctors to accurately predict whether a patient…
Genetics
Aberdeen scientists identify genetic anxiety ‘switch’
Scientists identify genetic anxiety 'switch': New research from the University of Aberdeen has identified an area of DNA in the…
Human gene mutations linked to a range of health conditions
A common human gene mutation combination – found in around 5% of the UK’s black population as well as millions…
Genetic Variation Influences Gene Regulatory Actions
Genetic variation determines the actions of gene regulatory factors: A recent study from the University of Eastern Finland shows that…
Scientists construct a synthetic yeast genome
The yeast genome contains redesigned chromosome sequences that can shed light on the impact of genetic variations on individual traits…
Gene linked to persistent stuttering uncovered
Gene linked to persistent stuttering into adulthood uncovered: A new study led by University of Melbourne researchers has discovered a…
Genetics links endometriosis and IBS
University of Queensland researchers have shown that endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) share genetic risk factors, explaining why patients…
New insights into the development of sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease in which immune cells form tissue nodules in various organs, which can drastically impair organ…
Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma
Potential genetic screening for aggressive melanoma: Researchers from The University of Queensland and The Alfred hospital in Melbourne have identified…
New insights on why epilepsy develops
New insights on why epilepsy develops, potential treatments in world’s largest genetic study: Specific changes in our DNA that increase…