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PLOS Papers on SNP Mapping, Major Depressive Disorder in Pakistan, Salmonella Strains

In PLOS this week: new approach to map SNPs, analysis of candidate genes for major depression disorder, and more.

Large-Scale Depression Genetic Study Uncovers Additional Risk Loci, Ties to Potential Drugs

The analysis drew upon data from the Million Veteran Program and other large-scale efforts and underscores the genetic complexity of depression.

Markers of Depression

The Economist reports that researchers have identified biomarkers that could help diagnose depression.

Proteome-Wide Association Study of Depression Homes in on Potential Treatment Targets

The researchers uncovered 25 brain proteins that appear to contribute to depression, of which 20 were not previously implicated in the condition.

Case-Case GWAS Approach Identifies Loci That Differ in Frequency Across Psychiatric Disorders

The approach provides new insights into genetic differences between various disorders in order to improve their diagnosis and treatment.

Dec 2, 2020

Genetic Technologies Lands Distribution Rights to Taliaz Antidepressant Drug Selection Tools

May 14, 2020

Brain Proteins May Mediate Effects of Genetic Variants on Some Neurological Phenotypes

Apr 15, 2020

Childhood Mood, Behavioral Problems May Share Genetic Features With Some Adult Conditions

Mar 30, 2020

Depression GWAS Based on Minimal Phenotyping May Lead to Skewed Results

Mar 16, 2020

With $100M in New Funding, Tempus Targets Diseases Beyond Cancer
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Mar 13, 2020

Tempus Closes $100M Series G Round

Jan 8, 2020

Psychiatric Disorders, Body Mass Index Share Genetic Loci, Study Finds

Dec 12, 2019

Psychiatric Disorders Fall Into Groups With Shared Genetic Contributors in GWAS Meta-Analysis

Nov 21, 2019

Intermountain Healthcare to Gather Utility Data as SelectHealth Covers PGx Test for Certain Employees
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Sep 26, 2019

Mental Health Advocacy Groups Appeal to FDA to Reconsider PGx Enforcement Activity

Sep 25, 2019

Genetic Links Between Psychotic Experiences, Neuropsychiatric Diseases Uncovered in Study

Aug 1, 2019

Myriad Genetics GeneSight PGx Test Garners UnitedHealthcare Coverage

Jun 20, 2019

On Heels of $200M Cash Infusion, Tempus Enters Major Growth Phase
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Jun 5, 2019

NIH Announces Upcoming Genomic Medicine Studies

May 30, 2019

Tempus Raises $200M in Series F Financing

Apr 16, 2019

Ancient European, Pathogen DNA Data Promises to Shed Light on Brain Disorders, Infectious Disease
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Feb 25, 2019

Autism Spectrum Disorder GWAS Highlights Common Risk Variants, Overlap With Other Conditions

Feb 6, 2019

Schizophrenia, Depression Studies Suggest Gut Microbiome May Influence Mental Health

Feb 5, 2019

Depression GWAS Meta-Analysis Uncovers New Loci, Potential Drug Targets

Jan 30, 2019

Polygenic Risk Scores for Three Psychiatric Disorders Linked to Depression Diagnoses

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US Booster Eligibility Decision

The US CDC director recommends that people at high risk of developing COVID-19 due to their jobs also be eligible for COVID-19 boosters, in addition to those 65 years old and older or with underlying medical conditions.

Arizona Bill Before Judge

The Arizona Daily Star reports that a judge weighing whether a new Arizona law restricting abortion due to genetic conditions is a ban or a restriction.

Additional Genes

Wales is rolling out new genetic testing service for cancer patients, according to BBC News.

Science Papers Examine State of Human Genomic Research, Single-Cell Protein Quantification

In Science this week: a number of editorials and policy reports discuss advances in human genomic research, and more.