Archive: 18/06/2018
Scientists identify bacteria likely to cause bowel cancer
New Zealand scientists have identified a toxic bacteria they believe may cause bowel cancer and could lead to a life-saving vaccine or early detection test for the too-often deadly disease.
Jun 18, 2018
Individual access to genomic disease risk factors has a beneficial impact on lifestyles
Giving personal genomic information to individuals can have a major, long-term effect on their lifestyle, researchers have found. The Finnish GeneRISK study, providing information on the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) ...
Jun 18, 2018
Whole genome sequencing helps diagnosis and reduces healthcare costs for newborns in intensive care
Children who are born severely ill or who develop serious illness in the first few weeks of life are often difficult to diagnose, with considerable implications for their short and longer-term care. Whole genome sequencing ...
Jun 18, 2018
To share or not to share? Physiological and social determinants of children's sharing behavior
When are primary school children willing to share valuable resources with others and when are they not? A team of researchers from the University of Vienna led by cognitive biologist Lisa Horn investigated this question in ...
Jun 18, 2018
Genomic testing for the causes of stillbirth should be considered for routine use
Miscarriage and stillbirth are devastating events, and today, around 25 percent of these perinatal deaths are unexplained despite autopsy. Discovering the cause of such a loss is of great importance for the bereaved parents, ...
Jun 18, 2018