A trait disorder is one affected by the combined effects of multiple different genes.
Genetic variants previously thought to cause premature menopause are unlikely to be solely responsible for the condition, researchers have revealed...
Blood biomarkers can improve risk prediction for twelve diseases, over using genomics alone, according to research presented at the European Society of Human Genetics conference...
Polygenic scores can enhance the accuracy of prostate cancer screening tests to detect aggressive cancers and help avoid some unnecessary biopsies...
The 'Cut + Paste' exhibition in London considers the potential genome editing has to improve human health. The exhibition allows visitors to explore and reflect on the ethics of genome editing via a series of interactive experiences...
Those with a genetic predisposition to ovarian cancer may be able to reduce their risk with daily aspirin use, according to a new study...
A third of Americans said they would be likely to edit the genome of their embryos to improve the university admission chances of their offspring, and 43 percent would be happy to screen embryos for intelligence using polygenic risk scores...
The Progress Educational Trust, in partnership with the Scottish Government, brought together a group of experts to cut through the hype and jargon and explain the latest developments in genetics/genomics in the context of assisted conception...
A world-first pilot study in England shows the potential for integrating genetic testing into primary care...
Three million people in England are being invited by letter to join the Our Future Health study, which will explore potential uses of genetic risk scores by analysing genomic data and NHS health records...
An analysis of over 5.4 million individuals has identified over 12,000 different genetic variants that affect human height...
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