Genetic causes of infertility
Genetic causes of infertility According to the World Health Organization (WHO), ‘infertility is a disease of the reproductive system, defined by the failure to achieve a clinical pregnancy after..
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Improved human pangenome identifies more genetic variations
Exciting news in genetic research! The Human Pangenome Reference Consortium has unveiled an improved version of the human pangenome reference. This comprehensive reference includes genetic informatio..
Depression linked to gut bacteria and blood molecules
Depression is a serious mental health issue affecting over 280 million people worldwide. Recent research has revealed a potential link between gut health and the development of major depressive disor..
All about autism spectrum disorder: Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological developmental disorder that affects brain development and function. This affects how people learn, behave, communicate and interact with others, leadi..
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..
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..
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..
The genetics of feeling cold – Do Inuit feel the cold differently to other people?
It is winter here in the Northern Hemisphere and the temperatures everywhere are dropping. There is snow in many places and you need a pair of gloves when you go out. Are you feeling the cold yet? ..
