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Some of the genes identified as increasing risk for schizophrenia have previously been associated with other neurodevelopmental disorders. (Photo: Pixabay)

Global study finds 44 genetic risk factors for major depression

The new findings could help explain why not everyone treated with antidepressants sees their condition improve.

28 April 2018 8:13 AM IST

To complete their 3D portrait of the virus, they combined their results with information drawn from other imaging techniques. (Photo: Pixabay)

How cancer-causing virus clings to our DNA decoded

To complete their 3D portrait of the virus, they combined their results with information drawn from other imaging...

22 April 2018 5:32 PM IST

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Here's what triggers depression among adults

This study identifies genes that potentially increase our risk of depression.

17 April 2018 1:32 PM IST

In the largest ever genetic study on pigmentation, which includes skin and hair, researchers analysed DNA data from almost 300,000 people of European descent. (Photo: Pixabay)

Decoding hair colour genes could aid cancer research, says study

Findings, published in Nature Genetics, could also help forensic scientists use DNA samples to identify natural hair...

17 April 2018 8:48 AM IST

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Hair loss gene is key to improved cancer immunotherapy

Most patients do not benefit from these treatments because their tumours are able to evade the immune system.

31 July 2018 12:19 PM IST

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This is how jumping genes drive evolution

Here is what a new study has found.

30 July 2018 2:02 PM IST

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New genes linked to childhood nephrotic syndrome identified

Here is what a new study has found.

29 July 2018 1:00 PM IST

Doctors could be a step closer to finding the most effective way to treat cancer. (Photo: Pixabay)

Cause of prostate cancer progression uncovered

More than 1.1 million new cases diagnosed and 300,000 deaths annually worldwide.

23 July 2018 12:40 PM IST

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Widespread transfer of genes is important driver of evolution

These jumping genes are actually small pieces of DNA that can copy themselves throughout a genome and are known as...

9 July 2018 2:14 PM IST

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Breast cancer surgeons don't always order genetic testing for patients

Current practice guidelines recommend genetic testing for breast cancer patients who have an elevated risk of genetic...

4 July 2018 9:57 AM IST

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Genetic interactions responsible for neuro disorders

The researchers turned to fruit flies to try to identify how the deletion on chromosome 16 was causing these symptoms.

1 July 2018 1:09 PM IST

Gene therapy is emerging as one of the more promising alternatives to long-term anti-VEGF treatment. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Gene therapy can free patients from eye infections

Studies reveal that gene therapy effective for treating wet age-related macular degeneration.

15 Oct 2019 10:19 AM IST