Summary: Traits with the strongest Neanderthal DNA contribution were sleep patterns, smoking habits, and alcohol consumption.…
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Mom Becomes a Nurse to Care for Her Daughter with Rare Genetic Condition – Scrubs
Kelley Heger’s life changed dramatically when her five-month-old daughter, Jullian, was diagnosed with a rare genetic…
genedrive PLC seeks US approval for genetic variant test
Molecular diagnostics company Genedrive PLC (AIM:GDR) is seeking US regulatory approval for one of its key…
Axonia Medical Introduces SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer for Human Identification
SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer SeqStudio Genetic Analyzer is a capillary electrophoresis platform for human identification. SeqStudio Genetic…
Breakthrough genetic test detects risk of canine cruciate ligament rupture
The American Veterinary Medical Association announced that a new genetic test is now available to detect…
New genetic variation from old and exotic varieties for environmentally friendly wheat cultivation
In addition to the almost 9,000 winter wheat accessions, the scientists also cultivated elite varieties in…
Can Genetic testing predict future death? Here’s what experts say
These tests work by analyzing a person’s genetic code, looking for specific mutations that put them…
Time for Universal Germline Genetic Testing in Breast Cancer
A new study provides additional support for universal germline genetic testing for women with breast cancer.…
Mapping Our Genetic Ties to Neanderthals Deserved a Nobel
What do Neanderthals have to do with medicine? As it turns out, more than enough to…