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Revolutionizing newborn care: Machine learning and whole-genome sequencing for early diagnosis of sick newborns
Researchers have developed a method called “Mendelian Phenotype Search Engine” (MPSE) to identify which sick infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) would benefit most from newborn whole-g..
Wisdom teeth and genetics: Why some people do not have wisdom teeth
Did you know that wisdom teeth are actually an evolutionary leftover from our ancient ancestors that no longer serve their original purpose? These molars were once necessary to grind up tough, uncook..
Understanding azoospermia, one of the most common causes of male infertility
Azoospermia is a medical condition characterized by the absence of sperm in the ejaculate and is a major cause of male infertility. It affects 1 in 10 infertile men and overall 1 in 100 men worldwide..
Women in genetics – a celebration of discoveries and contributions made by female scientists
Science has traditionally been a male dominated subject; however, women have also been hard at work in this field for decades. We put together this infographic for International Women’s Day to celebr..
Whole-genome sequencing could help lower infant mortality rates
What is the percentage of infant deaths caused by genetic diseases? According to a study published in JAMA Network: 41% of infant deaths were caused by single-gene diseases. For 30% of th..
Folic acid and pregnancy – preventing neural tube defects with supplements
Each year, 300,000 babies are born with Neural Tube Defects (NTDs) worldwide [1]. NTDs are developmental defects of the brain and spinal cord occurring during early fetal development. Most of these c..
Genetic testing methods – types of tests used for molecular and cytogenetic testing
A genetic test can identify the harmful or pathogenic mutations (variants) that are responsible for causing disease and can provide a diagnosis or assess the risk of developing the disease in the fut..
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Beyond the pink ribbon: A comprehensive look at breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast cells. Genetic changes in the DNA of the healthy breast cells can lead to the formation of cancer cells which grow uncontrollably and f..
Hereditary diseases
Hereditary disease: cardiovascular disorders
Cardiovascular diseases affect the heart and blood vessels and are a leading cause of illness and death. Some are hereditary, and genetic testing can help with diagnosis and determining the right tre..
Hereditary diseases
A timeline of key discoveries in genetics: from Darwin to The Human Genome Project
Genetics as we know and understand it today has been shaped, over decades, by the work of many dedicated scientists around the world, and they all deserve our praise and recognition. To illust..
All about genetics
Beyond the pink ribbon: A comprehensive look at breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast cells. Genetic changes in the DNA of the healthy breast cells can lead to the formation of cancer cells which grow uncontrollably and f..
Hereditary diseases
Hereditary disease: cardiovascular disorders
Cardiovascular diseases affect the heart and blood vessels and are a leading cause of illness and death. Some are hereditary, and genetic testing can help with diagnosis and determining the right tre..
Hereditary diseases
A timeline of key discoveries in genetics: from Darwin to The Human Genome Project
Genetics as we know and understand it today has been shaped, over decades, by the work of many dedicated scientists around the world, and they all deserve our praise and recognition. To illust..
All about genetics
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