obesity
Broad Institute, Novo Nordisk Foundation Launch Center to Study Genomic Mechanisms of Disease
The center, which is being funded by a $47.5 million commitment from the foundation, will initially focus on type 2 diabetes and obesity.
Rare Variants in G Protein-Coupled Receptor Gene May Provide Protection From Obesity
The Regeneron Pharmaceuticals-led team also said that inhibiting the gene could represent a potential therapeutic strategy for obesity.
Phenomix, Mayo Clinic Ink Licensing Deal for Obesity Phenotype Blood Test
Phenomix said its MyPhenome test uses a multiomics and artificial intelligence platform to predict patients' obesity phenotypes.
Human Gut Microbiome Continues to Develop Through Early Childhood
The gut microbiome develops into its adult-like state throughout a child's first five years, but certain important taxa aren't acquired until later.
Fauna Bio Gets $373K NIH Grant to Study Animal Genomes for Potential Drug Targets
The company is studying hibernating animals to see if their genomes contain novel biological pathways that could be exploited to counteract complex human diseases.
Jun 18, 2019