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Shattered chromosome cures woman of immune disease
Newly scrambled DNA erases genetic defect that caused frequent childhood infections
Newly scrambled DNA erases genetic defect that caused frequent childhood infections
Genetics
Source: Science
Posted on: Thursday, Feb 05, 2015, 1:02pm
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Source: Science
Posted on: Thursday, Feb 05, 2015, 1:02pm
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UK parliament gives three-parent IVF the go-ahead
In a world first, members of the UK parliament have voted to allow mitochondrial donation
In a world first, members of the UK parliament have voted to allow mitochondrial donation
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 03, 2015, 10:49am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Tuesday, Feb 03, 2015, 10:49am
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Obama precision medicine plan would create huge U.S. genetic biobank
Researchers would use cohort of 1 million Americans pooled from smaller studies to study disease-gene links, improve personalized medicine
Researchers would use cohort of 1 million Americans pooled from smaller studies to study disease-gene links, improve personalized medicine
Genetics
Source: Science
Posted on: Thursday, Jan 29, 2015, 8:11am
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Source: Science
Posted on: Thursday, Jan 29, 2015, 8:11am
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Astra Zeneca drive for genetic drugs
Astra Zeneca announces a research programme to develop a generation of medicines to treat the genetic causes of many debilitating diseases.
Astra Zeneca announces a research programme to develop a generation of medicines to treat the genetic causes of many debilitating diseases.
Genetics
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Thursday, Jan 29, 2015, 8:11am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Thursday, Jan 29, 2015, 8:11am
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Humans and Neandertals likely interbred in Middle East
Skull cap of Homo sapiens found in Israeli cave hints at time and place of cross-species mingling
Skull cap of Homo sapiens found in Israeli cave hints at time and place of cross-species mingling
Genetics
Source: Science
Posted on: Wednesday, Jan 28, 2015, 1:05pm
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Source: Science
Posted on: Wednesday, Jan 28, 2015, 1:05pm
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Tape of life may not always be random
If we could turn back the clock millions of years, would animals evolve in the same way? Genome data suggests that their options would be limited
If we could turn back the clock millions of years, would animals evolve in the same way? Genome data suggests that their options would be limited
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015, 9:02am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015, 9:02am
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Autism cases in same family more often carry different genetic risks – study
Research on 85 families finds less than a third of siblings with autism carry the same genetic risk, and in nearly 70% of cases known contributory mutations do not overlap
Research on 85 families finds less than a third of siblings with autism carry the same genetic risk, and in nearly 70% of cases known contributory mutations do not overlap
Genetics
Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015, 9:02am
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Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015, 9:02am
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On the trail of the first dogs to put their paws in the Americas
DNA research into early canine remains also raises clues about migration patterns of ancient humans
DNA research into early canine remains also raises clues about migration patterns of ancient humans
Genetics
Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015, 9:02am
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Source: TheGuardian
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 27, 2015, 9:02am
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Extroverts may have stronger immune systems
Tracing links between personality and the immune system has thrown up the provocative idea that your character might affect how prone you are to sickness
Tracing links between personality and the immune system has thrown up the provocative idea that your character might affect how prone you are to sickness
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Jan 22, 2015, 8:05am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Jan 22, 2015, 8:05am
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Science gets its moment in Obama's 2015 State of the Union
Obama defends climate policies, announces “precision medicine” initiative
Obama defends climate policies, announces “precision medicine” initiative
Genetics
Source: Science
Posted on: Wednesday, Jan 21, 2015, 9:13am
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Source: Science
Posted on: Wednesday, Jan 21, 2015, 9:13am
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Malaria resistance genetics revealed
Genetic mutations that are associated with resistance to the frontline malaria drug are identified, scientists report.
Genetic mutations that are associated with resistance to the frontline malaria drug are identified, scientists report.
Genetics
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 20, 2015, 7:37am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Tuesday, Jan 20, 2015, 7:37am
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Ancient DNA reveals history of horse domestication
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Speed, smarts, and the heart of a champion: using genomic analysis, scientists have identified DNA changes that helped turn ancient horses such as those in prehistoric cave art into today's Secretariats and Black Beautys, researchers reported Monday.
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Speed, smarts, and the heart of a champion: using genomic analysis, scientists have identified DNA changes that helped turn ancient horses such as those in prehistoric cave art into today's Secretariats and Black Beautys, researchers reported Monday.
Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 16, 2014, 1:12pm
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 16, 2014, 1:12pm
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Researchers make blood vessels grow by shining a light on skin
Technique could someday help repair injuries
Technique could someday help repair injuries
Genetics
Source: Science
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 16, 2014, 1:12pm
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Source: Science
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 16, 2014, 1:12pm
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Smithsonian jumps into biodiversity genomics with new institute
Better read all the books of life before it’s too late
Better read all the books of life before it’s too late
Genetics
Source: Science
Posted on: Friday, Dec 12, 2014, 11:28am
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Source: Science
Posted on: Friday, Dec 12, 2014, 11:28am
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Birds Of A Feather Aren't Necessarily Related
Geneticists have revised the evolutionary tree of birds, revealing some unlikely relationships.
Geneticists have revised the evolutionary tree of birds, revealing some unlikely relationships.
Warming won't give emperor penguins happy feet
Genome analysis of the two Antarctic-breeding penguins reveal the differing fate global warming might have on the iconic emperors and Adélies
Genome analysis of the two Antarctic-breeding penguins reveal the differing fate global warming might have on the iconic emperors and Adélies
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Friday, Dec 12, 2014, 11:28am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Friday, Dec 12, 2014, 11:28am
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Genomics startup NextCode stakes claim in pediatric disease market
Small startup NextCode Health will use gene-hunting tools pioneered by Iceland's Decode Genetics to help a leading U.S. pediatric hospital identify causes of rare diseases in children, marking the latest foray of genetic sequencing into routine medical practice.
Small startup NextCode Health will use gene-hunting tools pioneered by Iceland's Decode Genetics to help a leading U.S. pediatric hospital identify causes of rare diseases in children, marking the latest foray of genetic sequencing into routine medical practice.
Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Dec 11, 2014, 7:59am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Dec 11, 2014, 7:59am
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After $4.75 Million Auction, Watson Will Get Nobel Medal Back
"In my opinion, a situation in which an outstanding scientist has to sell a medal recognizing his achievements is unacceptable," says Russian business tycoon Alisher Usmanov.
"In my opinion, a situation in which an outstanding scientist has to sell a medal recognizing his achievements is unacceptable," says Russian business tycoon Alisher Usmanov.
Pfizer bets on gene therapy as technology comes of age
Pfizer Inc is moving into the gene therapy space in the latest sign that the technology for fixing faulty genes may finally be ready for prime time, following earlier setbacks.
Pfizer Inc is moving into the gene therapy space in the latest sign that the technology for fixing faulty genes may finally be ready for prime time, following earlier setbacks.
Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 09, 2014, 6:49am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 09, 2014, 6:49am
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Scientists map genetic diversity of sub-Saharan Africa
Scientists have made the most comprehensive map yet of African genetic variation and say it should help them learn more about the role genes play in diseases such as malaria, hemorrhagic fever and hypertension in populations there.
Scientists have made the most comprehensive map yet of African genetic variation and say it should help them learn more about the role genes play in diseases such as malaria, hemorrhagic fever and hypertension in populations there.
Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Dec 04, 2014, 6:50am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Dec 04, 2014, 6:50am
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DNA Test on Richard III Raises Questions About Claims to the Throne
DNA samples suggest he was a blue-eyed blond
DNA samples suggest he was a blue-eyed blond
Genetics
Source: TIME Magazine
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 03, 2014, 8:13am
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Source: TIME Magazine
Posted on: Wednesday, Dec 03, 2014, 8:13am
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Controversial DNA test comes to UK
A personal DNA test that has sparked controversy in the US has been approved for use in the UK by regulators.
A personal DNA test that has sparked controversy in the US has been approved for use in the UK by regulators.
Genetics
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 02, 2014, 7:45am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Tuesday, Dec 02, 2014, 7:45am
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One for every leg: scientists map centipede genome
An international team of more than 100 researchers has mapped the genome of the centipede and found that, while it easily outpaces humans on number of legs, it falls short when it comes to genes.
An international team of more than 100 researchers has mapped the genome of the centipede and found that, while it easily outpaces humans on number of legs, it falls short when it comes to genes.
Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 26, 2014, 9:14am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 26, 2014, 9:14am
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Watson to sell Nobel Prize for DNA
James Watson is to sell the Nobel Prize medal he won for the discovery of the structure of DNA.
James Watson is to sell the Nobel Prize medal he won for the discovery of the structure of DNA.
Genetics
Source: BBC News
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 26, 2014, 9:14am
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Source: BBC News
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 26, 2014, 9:14am
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Genetics Suggest Autism Isn’t Just One Disorder—It’s Hundreds
Each child with autism is different from the next. One approach rapidly gaining momentum makes sense of this diversity by grouping children together based on their genetics, then looking for patterns in their symptoms.
Each child with autism is different from the next. One approach rapidly gaining momentum makes sense of this diversity by grouping children together based on their genetics, then looking for patterns in their symptoms.
Agriculture
Source: Wired
Posted on: Tuesday, Nov 25, 2014, 8:24am
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Source: Wired
Posted on: Tuesday, Nov 25, 2014, 8:24am
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Gay gene discovery has good and bad implications
The finding that male homosexuality has a strong genetic component should be a boon for gay rights – but it could backfire
The finding that male homosexuality has a strong genetic component should be a boon for gay rights – but it could backfire
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Nov 20, 2014, 12:49pm
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Thursday, Nov 20, 2014, 12:49pm
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The Search for Exceptional Genomes
They walk among us. Natural experiments, living ordinary lives, unaware that their genes may hold the clue to the next superdrug.
They walk among us. Natural experiments, living ordinary lives, unaware that their genes may hold the clue to the next superdrug.
Genetics
Source: Technology Review
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 19, 2014, 8:12am
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Source: Technology Review
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 19, 2014, 8:12am
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Can the long-extinct woolly mammoth be cloned?
After 43,000 years in the Siberian permafrost, the remains of a mammoth may contain enough DNA to recreate the beast's genome
After 43,000 years in the Siberian permafrost, the remains of a mammoth may contain enough DNA to recreate the beast's genome
Genetics
Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Tuesday, Nov 18, 2014, 7:12am
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Source: CBSNews
Posted on: Tuesday, Nov 18, 2014, 7:12am
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Scientists scour the genomes of people who live past 110
How do some people live past 110 years old? Is it superior genes, clean living, good luck or some combination of those?
How do some people live past 110 years old? Is it superior genes, clean living, good luck or some combination of those?
Genetics
Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Nov 13, 2014, 8:41am
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Source: Reuters
Posted on: Thursday, Nov 13, 2014, 8:41am
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Human thoughts used to switch on genes
It's worked with genes in live mice – one day we could see people using a brain interface to control their own biology to regulate health, or just for fun
It's worked with genes in live mice – one day we could see people using a brain interface to control their own biology to regulate health, or just for fun
Genetics
Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 12, 2014, 8:51am
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Source: New Scientist
Posted on: Wednesday, Nov 12, 2014, 8:51am
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