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Healthy baby hope for those affected by mitochondrial disease

Seven women with a high chance of passing on genetic variants that cause mitochondrial disease have given birth to eight children with no sign of the condition, following pioneering IVF treatment
Two identical pairs of baby feet.

What can identical twins tell us about the genomics of mental health?

Researchers running the largest ever international twin study have identified genetic markers that might explain why some of us are more susceptible to developing psychiatric conditions.
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Gene therapy Casgevy approved for NHS use

The gene therapy Casgevy is now available on the NHS in England for people living with severe forms of beta-thalassaemia and sickle cell disease.
Clinicians learning about genomics

GeNotes: Supporting clinicians with the genomics revolution

We explore the collaborative approach behind, and design of, the programme’s flagship genomics education resource