Blog articles
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World-first study shows WGS improves diagnostic journey
Impressive results make the case for the adoption of whole genome sequencing as "the genetic test of choice for rare disease patients"
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Genes, hormones and blood pressure
This week, we explore genomics’ role in primary aldosteronism – a hormone disorder that leads to high blood pressure
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GEP fellow publishes RNA splicing study
Jamie Ellingford and his co-authors explore the potential of computational tools to help us learn more about the messages our genes create
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Screening the healthy for monogenic variants
As the NHS moves towards a preventative healthcare strategy, will genomic screening for healthy people become more common?
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Parkinson's disease: understanding the cause
In light of new research, we explore the role genes and their products can play in the onset of Parkinson’s disease
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NHS targets better diabetes care with genomic testing
New initiative aims to find thousands of people with a rare, inherited form of diabetes
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Newborn screening: time for a genomic approach?
This week, we explore how genomics could help expand the newborn screening programme to test for many more genetic conditions
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Trial underway for hATTR therapy
The novel ‘one off’ treatment could change the lives of those living with the condition
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Developmental disorder variants found in non-coding genome
This week, we explore new findings that link variants in the non-coding region of the genome to developmental disorders
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NHS to launch Innovative Medicines Fund
We look at an initiative that could change the lives of people with rare diseases by giving them access to cutting-edge treatments
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New platform to strengthen researcher-patient link
We explore how the platform will benefit its users and the steps in place to make sure it is ethical