LTBP4 Variants Linked to Severe Pediatric Sepsis
In a groundbreaking study published in Pediatric Research, scientists have unveiled a critical genetic link that could revolutionize…
Map Reveals How DNA Mutations Drive Resistance
Every organism’s genome contains mutations that often have unknown biological effects. In partnership with Stanford University (USA), researchers…
Sex and smoking bias in the selection of somatic mutations in human bladder
Sample collection Two epithelial brushes (2–3 cm2) from the bladder top (dome) and the bladder floor (trigone) were obtained…
Advanced genetic tests could predict patients at risk of blood cancer relapse
Offering a combination of genetic tests to people with a “very complex” blood cancer could accurately predict if…
Genetic Polymorphism and Tri-Allelic Patterns in Gujarat Brahmins
In a groundbreaking forensic genetics study, researchers have unveiled new insights into the genetic polymorphism and tri-allelic patterns…
Advanced genetic tests could predict patients at risk of blood cancer relapse
The method picks up “hidden risks” that traditional tests may miss, and could potentially benefit thousands of people…
Novel Variant Linked to Tønne-Kalscheuer Syndrome Discovered
In a groundbreaking study published in BMC Pediatrics, researchers have identified a novel missense variant linked to Tønne-Kalscheuer…
New tool offers single-cell study of specific genetic variants
image: EMBL scientists created SDR-seq, a tool for single-cell DNA-RNA-sequencing that studies both DNA and RNA simultaneously, linking…
Reevaluating Fetal Gene Hypothesis in Heart Dynamics
In cardiac biology, understanding the mechanisms underlying heart disease is paramount, particularly how the heart responds to stress.…
An Entire Book Was Written in DNA—and You Can Buy It for $60
In 2023, French company Biomemory started offering a $1,000 DNA storage card that allows customers to store roughly…
Genetic liability to sedentary behaviour and cardiovascular disease incidence in the FinnGen and HUNT cohorts
WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ON THIS TOPICHOW THIS STUDY MIGHT AFFECT RESEARCH, PRACTICE OR POLICY This study provides…
How Genetics and Heritability Play a Role in IgA Nephropathy, a Type of Kidney Disease
Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgA nephropathy, or IgAN), also called Berger disease, is a type of kidney disease. It…