genetics

Bipolar disorder has genetic links to autism, a new study shows

Posted in Science on 6th May, 2016
by Alex Muller

A new study suggests there may be an overlap between rare genetic variations linked to bipolar disorder and those implicated in schizophrenia and autism.

Gene therapy reverses sight loss and is long-lasting

Posted in Medicine on 29th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller

A genetic therapy has improved the vision of patients who would otherwise have gone blind. The improvement is long-lasting so the therapy is suitable as a treatment.

First happiness genes have been located

Posted in Science on 26th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller

Genetic overlap between happiness, depression discovered.

Human Longevity, Inc. Completes $220 Million Series B Financing

Posted in Business on 5th Apr, 2016
by Alex Muller

Human Longevity is the genomics-based life extension company creating the worlds largest database of whole genome, phenotype and clinical data.

No evidence that genetic tests change peoples behavior

Posted in Medicine on 16th Mar, 2016
by Alex Muller

Genetic tests that provide an estimate of an individuals risk of developing diseases do not appear to motivate a change in behavior to reduce the risk.