genetics

Study finds how genetic diagnostics of ultra-rare diseases

Most rare diseases are caused by genetics. A molecular genetic diagnosis can be made more quickly and readily by identifying the underlying genetic ch...

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 7:13 PM

YKT6 gene variants may cause novel genetic disorder

A recent joint investigation identified uncommon mutations in the YKT6 gene as the source of a novel neurological illness characterised by development...

Thursday, April 4, 2024 11:13 AM

Simple trick can improve accuracy of plant genetics research

Researchers have published a simple approach that increases the accuracy of techniques used to understand how environmental factors, such as temperatu...

Thursday, March 14, 2024 11:21 AM

Research: Metabolism May Offer More Insight Into Risk Of Some Diseases

In an analysis of the metabolic profiles of healthy American babies, researchers found surprising differences among ethnic groups which may help make...

Tuesday, October 18, 2022 1:18 PM

Study reveals obesity is critical risk factor for type 2 diabetes, regardless of genetics

There is a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes by at least 6 times in people suffering from obesity, regardless of genetic predisposition to the...

Thursday, April 16, 2020 11:49 AM