Updates on key developments in genomics
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Various types of variant: what is genomic variation?
The diversity of differences in our genomes and their complex relationship with health and disease
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Gene editing meets gene therapy
Despite continued ethical debate, latest advances in gene editing technologies are poised to transform patient treatment
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A shot of young blood: from the divine to epigenomics
Exploring the evolution of the blood transfusion, from 17th century experiments to cell rejuvenating potential of new treatments
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Examining liquid biopsy in cancer management
Less-invasive method touted as potentially revolutionary for cancer care – could this mean the end for tissue biopsies?
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Congenital heart disease study reveals inheritance factor
Examining the genetic roots of cardiac conditions and how further research could bring benefits to patients
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Genomics and intellectual disability
Looking into the future of genetic testing for developmental disorders and the promise of genomic insight yet to come
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Genomics and the future of healthcare
Genomics is changing the future of healthcare and medicine - what does this mean for health professionals and their practice?
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Harnessing the benefits of genomic data
Data sharing review puts focus on challenges surrounding use of patient information for healthcare research
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The genetics of obesity
Latest genomic research explores genetic risk of excessive weight gain - are the causes of obesity environmental or is the answer in our DNA?
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A genomic tool for better antenatal care
New report from maternity care trial puts focus on potential implementation of prenatal testing into the NHS
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4.50 from Paddington to Genomics
A look at the journey from arsenic and ancient alchemy to modern-day pharmacogenomics
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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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Spot the difference: genomic sub-types of leukaemia
Recent genetic analysis exposes differences in blood cancer, offering hope for patients and the future of personalised medicine
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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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Prospects for an artificial human genome project
Could synthetic biology provide the next chapter in our ‘understanding of the blueprint of life’?
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Manipulation of the microbiome
Exploring the gut microbiome and how research into this ‘useful snapshot of the microbiota’ could change our lives
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A new genomic map of breast cancer
Latest discovery in breast cancer marks a further step towards clearer genetic understanding of the disease
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Genomes, microbiomes and mitochondria
Making sense of the fantastical and complex world of cells, their impact on health and potential discoveries from further research
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The search for superheroes immune to genetic disease
Following a recent study revealing some people possess 'superhero DNA', a new project aims to unlock the secrets of their powers
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Genetic influences on the risk of stroke
New research sheds light on a group of genes that could play a key role in two major diseases: stroke and dementia