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Researchers find that more than 80 percent of mouse genes had variations in the nearby regulatory DNA that affects gene activity.
… When the researchers compared gene activity due to the genetic contributions from either parent, they found that … , provide new insights into the effects and roles of genetic variation and parental influence on gene activity in … . … Related Content … Researchers grasp wider role for genetic variation in regulatory elements of genome … …
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NIH researchers discover that while artificial intelligence (AI) tools can make accurate diagnoses from textbook-like descriptions of genetic diseases, the tools are significantly less accurate when analyzing summaries written by patients about their own health.
… make accurate diagnoses from textbook-like descriptions of genetic diseases, the tools are significantly less accurate … the researchers designed questions about 63 different genetic conditions. These included some well-known … cystic fibrosis and Marfan syndrome, as well as many rare genetic conditions. These conditions can show up in a variety …
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Researchers sequence the genomes of healthy participants, then analyze the data to find presumed, mutations that might lead to a genetic condition.
… find a mutation in the genomic sequence of a person with a genetic disease, they sequenced the genomes of healthy … presumed, mutations that would almost certainly lead to a genetic condition. … Out of almost 1,000 volunteers whose … that 34 had the specific condition linked to their genetic mutation. These findings indicate that 3 percent or …
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The Genetics/Genomics Competency Center now includes a new section on pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics.
… … Pharmacogenomics uses information about a person's genetic makeup, or genome, to choose the drugs and drug doses … resources around areas of core knowledge including: Basic genetic concepts Ethical, legal and social implications … G2C2 also provides online educational materials for genetic counselors, nurses and physician assistants. … A …
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The Genetics/Genomics Competency Center (G2C2) resource has been expanded to include a new collection of resources for physicians.
… G2C2 developers have assembled educational materials for genetic counselors, nurses, pharmacists and physicians …
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A new study by scientists at NHGRI, suggests that iPSCs do not develop more mutations than cells that are duplicated by subcloning.
… that these cells are prone to increased numbers of genetic mutations. A new study by scientists at the National … were reprogrammed and in cells that were subcloned. M ost genetic variants detected in the iPSCs and subclones were rare genetic variants inherited from the parent skin cells. This …
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… about how to identify and interpret the interplay of genetic and non-genetic factors in trait variation. Following on the heels of NHGRI’s workshop “Advances in the Genetic Architecture of Complex Human Traits” is a seminar …
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The NHGRI-ASHG Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship prepares scientists for careers in science policy.
… (D-NY) office. The portfolios that I'll be working on are genetic policy in a post-GINA world. [GINA stands for Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act. It was passed in 2008 and prohibits genetic discrimination in employment.] But there are some …
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National DNA Day events give the public a chance to ask questions about genetics and genomics.
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On March 16, Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.), lead author of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), passed away at the age of 88.
… 16, Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.), lead author of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), … and her work on GINA helped to create protections against genetic discrimination with health insurance and employment. … allow patients and research participants to undergo genetic and genomic testing without fear that their results …