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…
Genetic blood tests during pregnancy may be cheaper if you don’t use your insurance : Shots
The company Natera offers a blood test to pregnant women that checks for fetal abnormalities. Natera offers what…
Should genetically modified wildlife be banned? Scientists weigh the risks
A corroboree frog is tested for chytrid fungus. Introducing genetic changes to these frogs could help to make…
Naked blind dog reveals genetic secret to long life
They’re strange, hairless rodents that live underground and look like sausages with teeth – and they’ve just discovered…
Snow leopard populations threatened by climate change and low genetic diversity
ADVERTISEMENT Snow leopards are at a high risk of extinction in the wild. Poaching and habitat destruction threaten…