The most complete human embryo model to date has been created, mimicking all of the key structures that emerge in the early embryo by day 14 of development...
The UK government has launched a survey seeking women's views on reproductive health issues, including fertility services...
Depression may directly cause an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with scientists identifying seven genetic variants that are involved in both diseases...
How companies are using data collected in fertility and period apps in the UK will be reviewed by the Information Commissioner's Office, to identify whether any potentially harmful practices are occurring...
Use of urine hormone test strips by women to monitor ovulation, prior to IVF embryo transfer, results in the same pregnancy rate at 12 weeks, as those who had hospital-based ovulation monitoring...
Humanised kidneys have been grown from human stem cells, transplanted into pig embryos, for the first time...
An accessible webinar about cancer genomics, Tsveti Stoilova found 'Cancer Mutations in Focus' was a good starting point for a student audience...
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Implications for paediatric biobanks of professional guidelines on genetic testing in children
by Dr Christine Patch
The recent announcement that a paediatric biobank will be launched in the UK, raises important questions about genetic testing and return of information to participants...