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Trillion data points to identify disease-causing genes

Sep 10, 2020

Researchers from CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, have accomplished a world-first by processing one trillion points of genomic data through VariantSpark, an artificial intelligence-based platform, which can help pinpoint the…

Determined DNA hunt reveals exciting new schizophrenia clue

Jul 4, 2019

An 18-year joint Australian-Indian study made possible by the recruitment, diagnosis and DNA screening of thousands of people in India has identified a new clue in the quest for causes…

Zika study may ‘supercharge’ vaccine research

Mar 19, 2019

Scientists looking at the genetics of Zika virus have found a way to fast-track research which could lead to new vaccines. (more…)

New gene hunt reveals potential breast cancer treatment target

Mar 11, 2019

Australian and US researchers have developed a way to discover elusive cancer-promoting genes, and have already identified one that appears to promote aggressive breast cancers. (more…)

Physical combination multiplies melanoma risk

Mar 5, 2019

The risk of developing melanoma is significantly multiplied for people who have red hair and more than 20 large moles, University of Queensland researchers have found. (more…)

Gene map offers osteoporosis hope

Jan 7, 2019

An atlas of genetic markers may hold the key to unlocking new treatments for osteoporosis, thanks to University of Queensland researchers. (more…)

Fighting another virus? Blame your parents

Jan 4, 2019

Genetics may play a bigger role in the body’s disease-fighting ability than scientists previously thought, according to the results from a new study of twins in Queensland. (more…)

UK Biobank: largest human genetic study is launched

Oct 12, 2018

Three Australian scientists have contributed to the world’s largest genetic study on humans, providing a first-of-its kind resource for health researchers across the globe to further medical research and drug…

Merck awarded Australian CRISPR nickase patent for foundational genome-editing technology

Aug 16, 2018

Merck , the vibrant science and technology company, announced that the Australian Patent Office has allowed the company’s patent application for the use of paired CRISPR nickases. Paired nickases represent…