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Jun 01, 2017

Stem Cell Trials Coming Soon

Clinical embryonic stem cell trials are set to begin in China, according to Nature News.

Feb 22, 2017

This Week in Genome Biology

In Genome Biology this week: comparative genomics study of Aspergillus, genetic variation in indigenous African cattle, and more.

Oct 31, 2016

Susan Lindquist Dies

Protein researcher and former Whitehead Institute director Susan Lindquist has died.

Sep 06, 2016

This Week in PNAS

In PNAS this week: work toward a CRISPR/Cas9-based approach to treat beta-thalassemia or sickle cell disease, bacteriophages uncovered in human stool, and more.

Apr 12, 2016

STSI Launches Study to Improve Screening Accuracy for Parkinson's Disease

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The study will screen patients using a combination of genotyping and wireless sensors to develop a better diagnostic method. 

Mar 30, 2016

ADx NeuroSciences, Quanterix Ink Deal to Develop Blood-Based Concussion Test

The firms said their test will be developed to detect levels of the tau protein that can leak into a person's bloodstream after head trauma or injury.

Feb 25, 2016

NIH to Fund Parkinson's Disease Biomarker Projects

The NIH is seeking grant applications for projects focused on discovering biomarkers in Parkinson's disease and other Parkinsonian syndromes.

Nov 19, 2015

IO Informatics Kicks Off Beta for Sentient 3.0 Software, Unveils PICC Parkinson's Partnership

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IO Informatics has begun beta testing a new iteration of the Sentient software suite with pharma partners ahead of a formal launch planned for the first quarter of 2016.

Jun 25, 2015

Amprion Wins NIH Grant to Develop Alzheimer's Disease Diagnostic

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The test is based on a technology developed by an Amprion co-founder for the amplification of prions.

Feb 11, 2015

Q&A: Genentech's Tim Behrens Discusses Recent WGS-focused Partnerships

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In two recent deals with 23andMe and Human Longevity, Genentech is planning to sequence thousands of genomes in order to learn more about diseases and inform therapeutic development.

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Prize for Five

Five researchers are to share this year's Albany Medical Center Prize for their work on the CRISPR/Cas9 gene-editing tool, the AP reports.

Sure, Blame the Test

Stat News reports on how white supremacists cope with surprising genetic ancestry testing results.

This Week in Genome Research

In Genome Research this week: sex-biased gene expression evolution in malaria mosquitos, method to find ancient selective sweeps, and more.

Low Down Syndrome Rates in Iceland

Iceland has nearly eliminated Down syndrome from its population, CBS News reports.

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