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What is the Y chromosome and what does its shrinkage mean for humans?
The Y chromosome, critical for male traits, has been shrinking over millions of years, raising ques…
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Nebula Genomics rolled out a low-cost genome sequencing test to consumers
We've seen other DTC genetic testing firms move away from the DTC space and pursue tie-ups to secur…
Dane Finley
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I got tested for the BRCA gene mutation while I was pregnant. With my family history, I knew I wanted a double mastectomy regardless of the results.
In this excerpt from "Nearly Departed," Gila Pfeffer describes getting tested for the BRCA gene mut…
Gila Pfeffer
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Indian genome scientists recommend COVID-19 booster dose for those above 40 years of age
"Vaccination of all remaining unvaccinated at-risk people and consideration of a booster dose …
PTI
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Scientists map a full human genome for the first time, including previously hard-to-read 'junk DNA' that could contain clues about conditions from autism to aging
The Human Genome Project sequenced 92% of the human genome in 2003. Now, new technology has allowed…
Gabrielle Bienasz
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The US doesn't really know how widespread the Delta variant is because its virus sequencing is lagging far behind many other rich nations
The US sequenced and reported 4% of all positive COVID-19 tests in the past six months - far behind…
Dr. Catherine Schuster-Bruce
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Genomic testing firm Helix is offering free genetic screenings in Florida
By transitioning to more of a support role for research-driven providers, Helix is able to sidestep…
Zachary Hendrickson,Zachary H…
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ARK Invest is ill-prepared for downturn on analyst inexperience, lax risk controls, bloated asset base, strategist says
According to Robby Greengold, CFA, ARK Invest's flagship fund, the ARK Innovation ETF, is far riski…
Will Daniel
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Southern Africa is not a hotbed of variants — it's just very good at sequencing and spotting them
President Biden said southern Africa's transparency should be "encouraged and applauded," but so fa…
Hilary Brueck
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This genetics company claims it can sequence your entire genome for $999
According to Veritas, the test includes a digital report and app where you can view your results, v…
Tanya Lewis
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The US should stop contact tracing COVID-19. Invest in genetic sequencing instead.
The US sequences only 5 of every 1,000 cases, and wastes time trying to track down people exposed t…
Hilary Brueck,Aylin Woodward
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DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEFING: Genome Medical launches genetic services for employers - Microsoft working on sequencing the immune system - Fitbit investment points to glucose monitoring
FITBIT INVESTMENT COULD POINT TO GLUCOSE MONITORING: Fitness tracker company Fitbit has invested $6…
Ayoub Aouad,Peter Newman
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AI blood testing tech that detects lung cancer can now detect liver cancers too
The researchers believe this is the first genome-wide fragmentation analysis independently v…
ANI
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A genetics company that wants to sequence and analyze your entire genome for $999 just raised another $30 million
The company was co-founded by Harvard Medical School biologist George Church (also known for his wo…
Lydia Ramsey
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A study looking at the coronavirus genome in Israel found that 70% of the virus transmission in the country could be linked to the US
"Those who returned from the US created transmission chains," Adi Stern, from Tel Aviv University, …