A recent study published in Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine found that using genetic information to prescribe medications following a […]
It’s official – your genes are largely responsible for how well you do in the gym
New research suggests that when it comes to building muscle, our genes do most of the heavy lifting. We look […]
Study identifies a new detrimental effect of genes that cause inherited diseases
Scientists have identified a new detrimental effect of genes that cause inherited diseases, publishing their results today in eLife. Their […]
Study demonstrates the negative effects of HERV activation on human brain development
Since our ancestors infected themselves with retroviruses millions of years ago, we have carried elements of these viruses in our […]
COVID-19: Scientists identify human genes that fight infection
Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys have identified a set of human genes that fight SARS-CoV-2 infection, the virus that causes […]
New test offers a simpler way to quantify the reservoir of intact viruses in HIV patients
A new test that measures the quantity and quality of inactive HIV viruses in the genes of people living with […]
Scientists discover new genetic disease that causes abnormal brain development in children
Scientists have discovered a new genetic disease, which causes some children's brains to develop abnormally, resulting in delayed intellectual development […]
Interaction between LDL cholesterol and PRS can predict risk of heart attack
Allelica, a leading genomics software company specializing in developing polygenic risk scores (PRS) for personalized medicine, today announced publication of […]
Uninherited genetic mutations can cause spina bifida
Genetic mutations which occur naturally during the earliest stages of an embryo's development can cause the severe birth defect spina […]
GLS1 inhibitor selectively eliminates senescent cells, ameliorates age-associated disorders
Senescent cells accumulate in organs during aging, promote tissue dysfunction, and cause numerous aging-related diseases like cancer. The cells arise […]