How AI and Genomics are Personalizing Cancer Treatment – USC Viterbi
Using advanced computational methods, the researchers discovered 95 genes significantly associated with survival in cancers such as breast,…
Hairless humans: We have all the genes to go full Chewbacca, but they’re just turned off. Here’s why
Have you ever wondered why you don’t have thick hair covering your whole body like a dog, cat…
NHS plans to DNA test all babies in England to assess disease risk
The government’s 10-year plan for the NHS, which is set to be revealed over the coming few weeks,…
Study Highlights Need for Standardized Measurement Methods in Gene Therapy
Some gene therapy treatments use modified adeno-associated viruses (AAVs) like the one shown here to deliver therapeutic genetic…
Decoding Genetic Links Between Diabetes and Cancer
An important step forward in precision medicine comes from a group of Italian researchers. The…
Decades-long mystery of ginger cats revealed
Esme Stallard Climate and science correspondent Getty Images Garfield, Puss in Boots, Aristocats’ Toulouse – cultural icons maybe,…
23andMe is looking to sell customers’ genetic data. Here’s how to delete it
New York CNN — Many 23andMe customers signed up to the genetic testing service in hopes of learning…
Ancient DNA suggests ancestors of Estonians, Finns and Hungarians lived in Siberia 4,500 years ago
Present-day speakers of Hungarian, Finnish and Estonian have substantial Siberian ancestry, a new study of ancient genomes finds.…
Study Identifies Potential Genetic Drivers, Targeted Treatments for AF in MPN
A new multicenter study has shed light on the incidence and consequences of atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients…
Research reveals genetic weak spot in hard-to-treat cancers
Splicing is how cells turn long strands of RNA into shorter pieces called messenger RNA, which provide the…
Three-person IVF technique shown to prevent inherited genetic diseases
An unconventional approach to reproduction is reportedly reducing the risk of metabolic disease. Three-person in vitro fertilization (IVF),…
What Ever-Growing Incisors Can Teach Us About Genetic Disease
Teeth may seem like static fixtures, but a new collaboration between engineers and clinicians is proving just how…