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How a specific gene variant protects against severe COVID-19 infection

The OAS region was identified as a COVID-19 risk locus in association studies of mainly individuals of European ancestry. The protective haplotype derived from Neanderthals in individuals of Euro..

Genetics of Arrhythmias

An arrhythmia (also spelled arrythmia) is defined as an irregular heartbeat resulting from a problem with the rate or rhythm of the heartbeat. During an arrhythmia, the heart can beat too fast (a con..

Basics of Genetics

Topics covered in this infographic What is genetics? What is DNA? What are genes and chromosomes? What is the human genome? What are genetic variations? ..

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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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