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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
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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.

AI can improve DNA analysis, eliminating need for additional test

Artificial intelligence (AI), when applied to exome sequencing data, may help to detect disease-causing copy number variants, say Cambridge-based researchers
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Hereditary angioedema gene therapy hope

A CRISPR-based genome therapy has shown promising results for patients with a rare genetic swelling disorder
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Clinical trials show promise for first ‘gene silencing’ treatment for Alzheimer’s disease

A new RNA-based therapy for Alzheimer’s disease that's in clinical trial phase could be the first of its kind to use ‘gene silencing’ for the condition

Polygenic risk scores and DTC testing: a problematic pairing?

We explore polygenic risk scores and why their application in at-home genomic testing has been brought into question
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The key principles behind newborn genome screening

The Generation Study will explore the benefits and challenges of sequencing the genomes of 100,000 newborn babies
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Genomics England to launch the Generation Study

This winter sees the start of the Generation Study, which will explore the benefits and challenges of sequencing the genomes of 100,000 newborns

Events

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Galactic Genomes: Exploring the Universe of Rare Diseases

A day of talks from leading rare disease researchers, patients and organisations, and featuring a research poster presentations. Lunch and refreshments provided.
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First, do no harm: Expert reflections on a rare bone disease

Medics4RareDiseases and FOP Friends, in collaboration with the Hunterian Museum at the Royal College of Surgeons of England, are hosting an evening reception on 13 February, for healthcare professionals

NHS Genomics Healthcare Summit

The 2024 NHS Genomics Healthcare Summit is taking place on Tuesday 12 December in London.

Genomics & Children’s Medicine: Everything You Need To Know

The South East Genomic Medicine Service are hosting a Genomics Autumn Festival.