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Scientists introduce a simple, reliable method for universal isothermal DNA amplification

Whether revealing a perpetrator with DNA evidence, diagnosing a pathogen, classifying a paleontological discovery, or determining paternity, the duplication of nucleic acids (amplification) is indispensable.

13 Mar 2019

Access to real-time genotype data influences prescriber behavior after PCI

Today, in a late-breaking featured clinical research session at the American College of Cardiology Scientific Sessions 2018, researchers from Penn Medicine present first-of-its-kind data on the impact of real-time CYP2C19 genotype results when prescribing antiplatelet drugs in the clinic.

13 Mar 2019

Association found between gene variant and lung disease in the form of systemic vasculitis

University of Tsukuba-led team reveals the association between a gene variant and a lung disease in the form of systemic vasculitis particularly prevalent in the Japanese, potentially providing a target for future therapies.

13 Mar 2019

Researchers identify potential therapeutic target for blocking early atherosclerosis in progeria

Researchers at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares and the Universidad de Oviedo have discovered a new molecular mechanism involved in the premature development of atherosclerosis in mice with Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.

12 Mar 2019

Single working mothers are being blamed for childhood obesity

Single working mothers are to blame for the childhood obesity epidemic in the UK, according to a new scientific study.

12 Mar 2019

23andMe to predict risk of diabetes from genetic makeup

DNA testing company 23andMe will soon release a DNA test that can predict an individuals' risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but many experts are concerned.

12 Mar 2019

UVA researchers discover potential contributor to age-related hearing loss

Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine have discovered a new potential contributor to age-related hearing loss, a finding that could eventually help doctors identify people at risk.

12 Mar 2019

DNAnexus launches innovative clinico-genomic cohort browser to accelerate research and discovery

DNAnexus, Inc., the leader in biomedical informatics and data management, today announced the addition of an innovative browser for clinico-genomic cohorts to its DNAnexus Apollo™ Platform, allowing for easy at-scale navigation and exploration on combined genotypic and phenotypic data.

12 Mar 2019

Experts issue new guidelines for use of genetic testing in psychiatric care

An expert committee of psychiatrists and geneticists has issued revised guidelines for the use of genetic testing in psychiatric care.

12 Mar 2019

Researchers identify new diagnostic clues for life-limiting lung condition

A new biomarker that could be used to provide earlier diagnosis for a life-limiting lung condition has been identified by researchers at the University of Bradford.

12 Mar 2019

Colorectal cancer diagnosed at early age is distinct from that in older patients

New research indicates that colorectal cancer diagnosed at an early age has clinical and genetic features that are different from those seen in traditional colorectal cancer diagnosed later in life. Published early online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study also revealed certain unique features in especially young patients and those with predisposing conditions.

12 Mar 2019

Colorectal cancer routine screenings and early detection can save lives

Having a colonoscopy to screen for colorectal cancer is not on anyone's list of favorite activities. However, with colorectal cancer ranking as the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States, undergoing the outpatient procedure as per the Centers for Disease Control's guidelines may be one of the smartest things you can do for your overall health.

11 Mar 2019

Genetic News and Research

Scientists introduce a simple, reliable method for universal isothermal DNA amplification

Access to real-time genotype data influences prescriber behavior after PCI

Association found between gene variant and lung disease in the form of systemic vasculitis

Researchers identify potential therapeutic target for blocking early atherosclerosis in progeria

Single working mothers are being blamed for childhood obesity

23andMe to predict risk of diabetes from genetic makeup

UVA researchers discover potential contributor to age-related hearing loss

DNAnexus launches innovative clinico-genomic cohort browser to accelerate research and discovery

Experts issue new guidelines for use of genetic testing in psychiatric care

Researchers identify new diagnostic clues for life-limiting lung condition

Colorectal cancer diagnosed at early age is distinct from that in older patients

Colorectal cancer routine screenings and early detection can save lives

Precision cancer drugs spark powerful immune response and boost effects of immunotherapy

Researchers identify gene that increases risk of antibiotic reaction

Researchers develop statistical approach to reveal elusive cancer-promoting genes

Smoking, high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes associated with less healthy brains

Researchers unravel how the immune system responds to diffuse cutaneous leishmanisis

UCSF scientists develop new strategy for targeting key Parkinson's molecule

New gene regions associated with sleep duration identified

Researchers find cause, treatment for CVID lung disease using precision medicine

Sequencing & Genomics: Elevating Science and Healthcare eBook

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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