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Genomics in the battle against Zika virus
How genomics is proving to be a vital resource in the ongoing fight against this globally infectious disease
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Getting a genetic handle on multiple sclerosis
The genetics behind MS are poorly understood, but a new discovery by Canadian researchers could shed light on the disease
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The omics revolution
Genomics is changing medicine, providing insight into diagnosis of cancer and rare disease - but what could other 'omics' sciences reveal?
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Progress for paediatric gene therapy
Gene therapy for children now approved in Europe - what can this fusion of genomics and stem cell medicine mean for the future?
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The perils of clinical interpretation of genomic variants
A recent US legal case puts genetic testing and laboratory best practice under scrutiny
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Genomes without borders
As Scotland joins the 100,000 Genomes Project, we explore the…
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Tuberculosis: new approaches to an old disease
Recent developments show how genetic insight can help to combat the 'forgotten plague' that continues to kill
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The ‘beginning of the end’ for cancer chemotherapy?
As the first patients join Genomics England’s cancer programme, what does the future look like for treatment and prevention?
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Genome sequencing - past, present and future
How has sequencing evolved? And will whole genome sequencing replace other technologies as clinicians’ go-to diagnostic test?
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Answers for 100,000 Genomes Project participants
The first genomic diagnoses for rare disease as part of the pioneering project highlight the importance of personalised medicine
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Human gene editing: where do we draw the line?
Advancements in our ability to alter the human genome have sparked fresh debate over ‘designer babies’ and health ethics
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More than skin deep: genomics and dermatology
Improved understanding of the genetic basis of skin conditions is enabling better treatment for patients