News tagged with chromosomal rearrangements


Whole genome sequencing of de novo balanced rearrangements in prenatal diagnosis

Whole genome sequencing of the DNA code of three prenatal samples provided a detailed map of the locations of their chromosomal abnormalities in 14 days, scientists reported today at the American Society of Human Genetics ...

Genetics created Nov 07, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Scientists unravel role of fusion gene in prostate cancer

Up to half of all prostate cancer cells have a chromosomal rearrangement that results in a new "fusion" gene and formation of its unique protein -- but no one has known how that alteration promotes cancer growth. Now, Weill ...

Cancer created May 22, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Identical twins reveal mechanisms behind aging

In a recent study led by Uppsala University, the researchers compared the DNA of identical (monozygotic) twins of different age. They could show that structural modifications of the DNA, where large or small DNA segments ...

Genetics created Feb 02, 2012 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (15) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Genomic catastrophe causes developmental delay, cognitive disorders

Using a diversity of DNA sequencing and human genome analytic techniques, researchers led by Baylor College of Medicine have identified some cases of developmental delay or cognitive disorders associated with a sudden chromosomal ...

Genetics created Sep 15, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (3) | comments 0 | with audio podcast