MRC
UK Biobank Study Links Two Neuronal Genes to Adult-Onset Obesity
Rare coding variants in APBA1 and BSN, which have neuronal functions, were found to increase the risk for high adult BMI and obesity.
Quadram Institute Leads €1.1M Consortium Using Nanopore Sequencing for AMR Surveillance
The international consortium aims to develop technology based on metagenomic sequencing, rather than bacterial culture, to assess the level of AMR in a sample.
Screening Study IDs Functions for Conserved Proteins in 'Unknome' Collection
Investigators used RNAi screening and CRISPR editing validation testing in fruit flies to untangle functional contributions for conserved proteins with unknown functions.
Thyroid Size, Function in Children Linked to Nutrition-Related DNA Methylation Mark
A trial in Gambia suggests PAX8 gene methylation in 2-year-olds corresponds to thyroid volume, hormone production, and physical features later in childhood.
University of Edinburgh Awarded $71.8M for Genetic Research
The funding will support the university's MRC Human Genetics Unit, which is investigating the genetic underpinnings of human health and disease.