Category: Genetics
The Failings of Current Genetic Screening Protocols in Identifying Hereditary Cancer Mutations
Advancements in genetic research have led to the identification of numerous genetic mutations associated with increased susceptibility to certain types of cancer. However, a new[more...]
New Gene Mutation Linked to Severe Developmental Delay
A groundbreaking study of the human genome has identified a new gene mutation that is linked to severe developmental delay in children and adults. Scientists[more...]
Identifying Cancer-Enabling Genetic Variants: A Breakthrough in Cancer Research
Researchers at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, The Francis Crick Institute, and other collaborating institutions have made significant progress in cancer research. More than 5,000 genetic[more...]
The Rise of Canine Genetics: How Dogs Became the New Stars of Scientific Research
Dogs, once overlooked by many scientists, have now become the focal point of thriving scientific research in the field of companion animal science. This transformation[more...]
Understanding the Impact of Lynch Syndrome: A Personal Story of Early Detection
Nick Lumi, a 38-year-old Nazareth resident, recently underwent a colonoscopy as part of a St. Luke’s University Health Network's community health research study called DNA[more...]
At-home spit test could revolutionize prostate cancer screening: Study
A new study presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting in Chicago has revealed promising early research suggesting that at-home spit[more...]
The Looming Threat of Bird Flu: Genetic Analysis Raises Concerns
A genetic analysis sheds light on when the outbreak began, how the virus spread and where it may be going. The bird flu virus sweeping[more...]
Unveiling the Evolutionary Secrets of Flowering Plants: A Genetic Discovery
Botanists have uncovered the intricate evolutionary relationships among flowering plants using a vast amount of genomic data from more than 9500 species. This genetic discovery,[more...]
Unraveling Japan’s Ancestral Heritage: Genetic Analyses Illuminate Origins and Disease Risk
A recent study conducted by a multi-institutional team of geneticists and genomic specialists in Japan has provided groundbreaking insights into the ancestral heritage of modern[more...]
Uncovering the Ancient Origins of Coffee: A Genetic Discovery
Coffee lovers around the world may be surprised to learn that the origins of their beloved beverage date back over 600,000 years. A new study,[more...]
