DNA

First gene implicated in most common form of mitral valve prolapse disrupts heart valve development & growth, scientists report at ASHG 2013

First gene implicated in most common form of mitral valve prolapse disrupts heart valve development & growth, scientists report at ASHG 2013

NEWS For more information: Cathy Yarbrough press@ashg.org sciencematter@yahoo.com 858-243-1814 Embargo: 3:30 p.m. ET, Thursday, Oct. 24, 2013 Research on the DNA of a large multi-generational family has provided a genetic clue that enabled scientists to pinpoint a gene that plays a role in mitral valve prolapse (MVP), a common cardiac disease that is a leading... Read More

“Drama of DNA” will explore “incidental” findings and other challenges of whole genome sequencing of children and adults

“Drama of DNA” will explore “incidental” findings and other challenges of whole genome sequencing of children and adults

NEWS For more information: Cathy Yarbrough press@ashg.org sciencematter@yahoo.com 858-243-1814 Embargo: 7:30 p.m. ET, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013 A provocative new interactive play, “The Drama of DNA: Anticipating the Future with WGS,” will be performed by a cast of distinguished genomics professionals on the first evening, Tuesday, Oct. 22, of the American Society of Human Genetics... Read More

DNA sequencing of infants and children with anatomical defects of unknown causes: challenges and opportunities

DNA sequencing of infants and children with anatomical defects of unknown causes: challenges and opportunities

NEWS For more information: Cathy Yarbrough press@ashg.org 858-243-1814 Embargo: 4:30 p.m. PT, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012 A presentation at the American Society of Human Genetics 2012 meeting today (Nov. 6) updated genetics experts about a one-year-old research initiative that brought together researchers, clinicians and policy experts to tackle the challenges of incorporating new genomic technologies... Read More

Humans, chimpanzees and monkeys share DNA but not gene regulatory mechanisms, scientists report at ASHG 2012

Humans, chimpanzees and monkeys share DNA but not gene regulatory mechanisms, scientists report at ASHG 2012

NEWS For more information: Cathy Yarbrough press@ashg.org 858-243-1814 Embargo: 4:30 p.m. PT, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012 Humans share over 90% of their DNA with their primate cousins. The expression or activity patterns of genes differ across species in ways that help explain each species’ distinct biology and behavior. DNA factors that contribute to the differences... Read More

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