A new of identifying genetic disorders… How a family photograph could help diagnose a rare genetic disorder – Telegraph.
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Breast cancer genetic test – what to do with the result?
A medical research study that has found that for woman with the BRCA1/2 breast cancer mutation, it is best to have a double mastectomy when early stage breast cancer is found. However, it poses a difficult issue for those who… Read More ›
Cystic Fibrosis set powerpoint!
There is now a classroom Powerpoint to support the Cystic Fibrosis – from Gene to Protein Set (MDNA-CYF-432). Please download the presentation below: CF Class Presentation LR For more information about this set please follow this link: http://discoveringdna.com/2013/07/04/cf-gene-to-protein/
Volunteers sought for ‘open access’ genome project
Get your genome sequenced for free! As long as you don’t mind sharing it with everyone else… Volunteers sought for ‘open access’ genome project – Telegraph.
Scientist discovers DNA body clock?
An interesting report that a scientist has analysed methylation patterns in healthy and unhealthy DNA samples and found possible a DNA age related clock. It is not yet clear if this is a cause or effect of ageing but as… Read More ›
Genetic test could spare thousands from chemotherapy
A nice example showing how genetic information can be used in managing “non-genetic” medical conditions. Genetic test could spare thousands from chemotherapy
Genetic map of cancer reveals trails of mutation that lead to disease
An important study that shows how patterns of mutation lead to different forms of cancer. http://www.theguardian.com/science/2013/aug/14/genetic-map-cancer-mutation-disease
Genetic screening IVF babies with DNA sequencing
A couple had their pre-implantation embryos screened for genetic defects using next generation DNA sequencing. Although they didn’t sequence the whole genome, this is possible using this method so it raises some interesting ethical challenges. IVF baby born using revolutionary… Read More ›
Cystic fibrosis – from gene to protein!
Transcription and translation in context! This unique set will help your students to develop a deeper understanding of transcription, translation, mutations and genetic testing using PCR in the context of the genetic condition cystic fibrosis! Using real DNA sequence, the… Read More ›
Restriction Mapping & Southern Blotting Made Simple!
Your students will carry out a simulation of a restriction digest using two different restriction enzymes, and carry out a simulation of a Southern blot using a DNA probe. They will then create a restriction map to find the DNA… Read More ›
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