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Key genomic technologies of 2020: treatments old and new
In the second part of our review of the year’s genomic highlights, we look at the breakthroughs that are helping patients with rare disease and cancer
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Key genomic technologies of 2020: fighting Covid-19
In the first of two articles reflecting on this year, we look at how genomics became central to tackling an unprecedented global pandemic
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First polygenic cause found for neonatal diabetes
A new study has found the first ever polygenic cause for diabetes in children younger than six months of age
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Researchers find ‘hidden’ coronavirus gene
A newly discovered gene within the genome of the SARS-CoV-2 virus could offer clues about its origins and a possible target for treatment
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‘New’ de novo variants linked to developmental disorders
How do gene variants affect our health? We look at a recent study that has newly identified 28 genes associated with developmental disorders
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Genomics first: identifying inflammatory disease
Scientists have discovered a new rare and deadly inflammatory disease in men, but how did genomics lead them to it?
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Keeping genes in mind: genomics and mental illness
UCL Genetics Institute honorary professor and psychiatrist David Curtis explains the challenge of understanding mental illnesses like schizophrenia, and how recent advances in genomics could have a real impact on clinical practice
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Covid-19: what’s in the genes?
We take a look at the latest developments in our understanding of the role of the human genome when it comes to disease severity
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GEP fellow publishes new study
The benefits of involving young people in genome sequencing decision making are explored by GEP fellow Dr Celine Lewis in her recently published study
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Genomic approach predicts risk of oesophageal cancer
Can we use genomics to accurately predict the development of cancer in those with precursor conditions? We look at newly published results from a 15-year study to find out
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Breakthrough in the battle against neurodegenerative disease
New genomic research could shed light on the cause of two life-limiting neurodegenerative conditions and provide targets for potential therapies and treatments
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How genomics is changing vaccines
The speed at which a vaccine is developed can be crucial. RNA vaccines are cheaper and faster to make, but there's yet to be one licensed. Will this change with Covid-19?