Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes
Some obesity-related genes protect people from type 2 diabetes, while others increase risk: New research presented today at the Diabetes UK Professional Conference 2023 and...
Genetics
The Genetics category delves into the science of inherited traits, genetic conditions and the role of DNA in health and disease. It features insights into research advances, clinical implications and how genetic understanding is shaping personalised approaches to care.
Most Brits have Neanderthal DNA
A leading testing expert says DNA genotype testing is revealing how most of us have a little Neanderthal in our blood, and how our unique...
Advances in Motor neuron disease treatments
Advances in Motor neuron disease treatments: Research at The University of Queensland could eventually help develop viable treatments - and ultimately a cure - for...
Genetic signature of precursor to liver cancer
Curtin researchers map genetic signature of precursor to liver cancer: Researchers at Curtin University have identified the genetic signature of pre-malignant liver cells, offering potentially...
Orkney cancer gene link testing
One in 100 people who have grandparents from Orkney have a gene variant that causes a higher risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer, a...
Genetic study of endometriosis reveals clues to better treatment
Genetic study of endometriosis between Australian and UK universities reveals clues to better treatment. University of Queensland researchers have contributed to the largest ever genetic...
The importance of knowing your family medical history
When it comes to our physical appearance, there is a lot that we all inherit from our parents and family members. You may have an...
Population-wide gene testing need to be realistic
Testing a population for multiple genes at once will always be limited in its ability to accurately predict disease risk, experts are warning. An analysis...
New study unveils epigenetic ‘traffic lights’
A major new study in the journal Nature reveals a ‘traffic light’ mechanism controlling genetic activity within cells – a system which could potentially be...
Wearable technology & AI to change clinical trial monitoring
A multi-disciplinary team of researchers has developed a way to monitor the progression of movement disorders using motion capture technology and AI. In two ground-breaking...
