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The Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition celebrates the 10th anniversary of the initial sequencing of the human genome.
… the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. opened the high-tech, high-intensity exhibition Genome: Unlocking Life's Code to … exhibition celebrates the 10th anniversary of the initial sequencing of the human genome. ​ … Human Genome Sequencing, …
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NIH researchers have sequenced the whole genome of a dog native to Sardinia, Italy, and discovered in it clues about the migration of humans to the area.
… and guard humans as they have for hundreds of years. By sequencing the whole genome of a Fonni's Dog and comparing it … the migration of humans to the area. ​ … Sardinian dog sequencing, human migration, Fonni's Dogs, Sardinian's …
About Genomics
Resources for understanding the first truly complete sequence of the Y chromosome, the final human chromosome to be fully sequenced.
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The goat has contributed its DNA to a new method for high-quality, low-cost genome reconstruction, one that will be useful for reading human and other genomes.
… its DNA to a study that presents a new method for high-quality, low-cost genome reconstruction. In addition to … contributed DNA to a study that presents a new method for high-quality, low-cost genome reconstruction. Credit: Brian L … researchers used a variety of methods, including PacBio sequencing , which was released in 2011. Dr. Phillippy and …
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Evaluating genetic features of inherited diseases by sequencing the genetic code helps with the cost and time challenges in medical practice.
… all potential genetic features of inherited diseases by sequencing the genetic code is a powerful solution to … get in there and start touching patient data." Through new sequencing technologies, data is accumulating in an … M.D., Ph.D. But how do we make sure that using genome sequencing for disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention …
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North Asians may be more closely related to Eastern and Northern Europeans than previously thought.
… from precision medicine." The researchers constructed a high quality genetic variation panel that represents people … This includes a number of coordinated large scale sequencing projects such as the HapMap and 1000 Genomes … previously thought. … genetic diversity, ancestry, genome sequencing, Lawrence Brody … North Asians may be more closely …
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A mutation is a change in a DNA sequence. Mutations can result from DNA copying mistakes made during cell division, exposure to ionizing radiation, exposure to chemicals called mutagens, or infection by viruses.
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Researchers developed a technique that will aid in a more accurate reconstruction of human genomes.
… a genome from the much smaller pieces of DNA that sequencing machines are able to read, much like putting … For example, the Angus breed evolved to produce a very high-quality beef product, while the Brahman breed, emerging … technology. The parents' genomes are first sequenced using high-accuracy short reads to determine which parts of their …
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Extending noninvasive prenatal screening to all 24 human chromosomes can detect genetic disorders that explain miscarriage and abnormalities during pregnancy.
… tested for during pregnancy. New research suggests sequencing all 24 chromosomes to uncover other, rare … risk of serious complications were those with very high levels of abnormal cells in the placenta," said Mark D. … Rare Autosomal Trisomies, Revealed by Maternal Plasma DNA Sequencing, Suggest Increased Risk of Feto-Placental Disease …
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Researchers and clinicians are sequencing human genomes faster than ever, so considering the societal implications of genomic data is even crucial.
… factors to consider. Now, researchers and clinicians are sequencing human genomes faster than ever, so considering the … a healthier life. Negative aspects: Finding out you have a high predisposition (80% of developing it) for something like … information from genetic testing to children with a high probability of adult-onset disease. From rdflme Is the …