Articles tagged with Human Genetics
Researchers successfully engineered a genetic toggle switch to control the activity of genes between stable on and off states. The toggle represents core technology for genetic control devices with potential applications in diabetes, biological warfare agent detection, and cell-based computing.
Researchers used DNA fingerprinting to identify 16 wine-grape varieties, including Chardonnay, as the offspring of Pinot and Gouais blanc. This discovery provides valuable information for grape breeders, allowing them to preserve old varieties and develop new ones.
David Botstein, Ronald Davis, and Eric Lander were awarded the Chiron Corporation Biotechnology Research Award for their pioneering work on genetic linkage analysis using molecular markers. Their research laid the foundation for the Human Genome Project and enabled the construction of human genetic maps.
A University of Illinois geneticist criticizes the misuse of genetics in society, citing the controversial book 'The Bell Curve' as an example. Jerry Hirsch argues that the field has been misunderstood and mishandled, leading to flawed conclusions about intelligence and racism.
deCODE Genetics has identified the location of a gene, FET1, responsible for familial essential tremor on human chromosome 3. This discovery brings new hope for understanding and treatment of the disease, which affects an estimated 5-10 percent of the elderly population.