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- Developmental Genotype-Tissue Expression (dGTEx)1
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- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
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A genetic mutation that triggers bladder cancer in dogs is identical to a mutation that is implicated in multiple human cancers.
… powerful animal model for research into human cancer. … A genetic mutation that triggers bladder cancer in dogs is … mutation occurs and whether there is an environmental or genetic cause," Dr. Parker said. Many human and canine … out new cancer detection and treatment strategies … A genetic mutation that triggers bladder cancer in dogs is …
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Dr. Hanchard talks about his journey into genetics research, his collaborations with international researchers, and the importance of determination in science.
… and different forms of malnutrition, teasing apart the genetic contributions of these conditions. He also has projects studying how genetic heterogeneity influences the variable response to …
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NIH-led study finds genetic markers that explain up to 12% of the differences between two people’s blood pressure.
… NIH-led study finds genetic markers that explain up to 12% of the differences … locations that together explain a much larger part of the genetic differences in people’s blood pressure. Knowing a … locations that together explain a much larger part of the genetic differences in people’s blood pressure. Knowing a …
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A team from the NIH has surmounted a major obstacle to testing potential drug therapies for a rare, genetic condition called Gaucher disease.
… obstacle to testing potential drug therapies for a rare, genetic condition called Gaucher disease. Researchers from … alterations that cause Gaucher disease were an important genetic risk factor for developing the more common disorder … cell to 'empty the trash' that accumulated because of the genetic deficiency of the enzyme," said Ellen Sidransky, …
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The Division of Intramural Research (DIR) sponsors a monthly series of talks by intramural and special guest speakers celebrating genetics and genomics research.
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Extending noninvasive prenatal screening to all 24 human chromosomes can detect genetic disorders that explain miscarriage and abnormalities during pregnancy.
… prenatal screening to all 24 human chromosomes can detect genetic disorders that may explain miscarriage and … Women often request noninvasive screening tests to detect genetic conditions. These tests, however, typically focus … reduce false-positive results for Down syndrome and other genetic conditions," said Diana W. Bianchi, M.D., senior …
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New research provides a better understanding of some of the genetic and cellular changes in pathways and processes involved in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
… in Nature , provide a better understanding of some of the genetic and cellular changes in pathways and processes … research provides a better understanding of some of the genetic and cellular changes in pathways and processes … research provides a better understanding of some of the genetic and cellular changes in pathways and processes …
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In an article published in the American Journal of Human Genetics, researchers have found that words scientists use to describe populations have changed from 1949 to 2018.
… as the terminology and concepts used to study human genetic variation continue to shift.” The researchers note …
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Genomic variants that increase risk of kidney disease are found in nearly one-third of West Africans
A study from researchers at National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators revealed a significant genetic risk factor for kidney disease in people of West African ancestry.
… (NIH) and their collaborators revealed a significant genetic risk factor for kidney disease in people from Ghana … African countries, where many African Americans derive genetic ancestry . Studying how these genomic variants … effects of these high risk APOL1 variants. Knowing your genetic risk for a disease, such as kidney disease, can help …
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The National Museum of African American History and Culture presented an insightful conversation about advancements in genetic research and its implications for understanding race.
… presents an insightful conversation about advancements in genetic research and its implications for understanding … presented an insightful conversation about advancements in genetic research and its implications for understanding …