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The graphene sheet method enables low-noise all-electronic DNA detection through application of an alternating electric current, with potential diagnostic applications.
Zoonomia Consortium Digs Into 240 Mammalian Genomes for Evolutionary, Disease Insights
Researchers analyzed sequence constraints and other features in 240 placental mammal genomes to explore mammalian evolution, adaptation, and broader sequence function.
FDA Grants Emergency Use Authorization for UMass Amherst COVID-19 Molecular Test
The test is performed by the university's IALS Clinical Testing Center, which was established as a surge facility for the university's various campuses.
AGBT: Low-Coverage Whole-Genome Sequencing Powers Dog Genetics Studies
The researchers are also trying out Element Biosciences' Aviti sequencer to help create an imputation panel for future studies.
Dog Breeds Explain Only Small Part of Behavior, New Genetic Analysis Finds
Many behavioral traits among dogs appear to be heritable, but the study did not find any that were breed-specific.