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Researchers find novel genes linked to rare childhood diarrhoea
New Delhi, April 3: A team of Canadian researchers has identified three novel genes linked to rare childhood diarrhoea.
Genetic study estimates 51 rare Asian elephants in Cambodia's northern plains
Phnom Penh, March 13: The first-ever genetic study of endangered Asian elephants has been conducted in Cambodia's northern plains, estimating that the population of the mammals in the region was 51, said a Fauna & Flora Cambodia's press release on Thursday.
Scientists link new gene to high Parkinson's disease risk
New York, March 9: A team of scientists has revealed a breakthrough discovery, linking genetic variants in the gene ITSN1 to a significantly elevated risk of Parkinson’s disease, a neurodegenerative condition that affects nearly 2 per cent of adults older than 65 years.
Genetic, lifestyle factors may explain why Down syndrome leads to dementia: Study
New Delhi, March 1: A team of US researchers has decoded that genetic and lifestyle factors may determine why some people with Down syndrome suffer dementia.
'Genome India' ensured equitable representation from rural, urban, tribal populations: Minister
New Delhi, Feb 6: The government on Thursday said that as part of the ambitious 'Genome India' project, approximately 36.7 per cent of the samples were collected from rural, 32.2 per cent from urban, and 31.1 per cent from the tribal populations.
Most engineered human cells created for studying disease
England, February 1: Scientists have successfully engineered the most complicated human cell lines ever, indicating that our genomes are more tolerant to significant structural alterations than previously assumed.
Genome India Project marks historic leap in Biotechnology: PM Modi
New Delhi, January 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed the completion of the Genome India Project as a historic milestone in the field of biotechnology, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize healthcare and genetic research in India.
Indian-origin researcher finds gene behind autism and seizures
New York, Jan 9: A team of researchers, led by Indian-origin neuroscientist Viji Santhakumar, has found a gene that contributes to the development of behavioural changes associated with autism spectrum disorder and epilepsy.