Bioinformatics Deep DiveWhat Is The BRCA 1&2 Gene ?BRCA1 and BRCA2 are two genes that have become synonymous with hereditary cancer risk. These genes play a critical role in DNA repair, and…Jun 21
Jessica Herling ShoemakerOn being a “previvor.”“You have the same mutation your father has,” the genetic counselor reported stoically into the phone. I was 35 years old, and 3,000 miles…Oct 27, 2020
Erwin WangSimulating genetically modifying a defective cancer detection protein with CRISPRSo I came across an app called Benchling, and it seemed to be extremely cool. I’m interested in Gene Editing and specifically CRISPR. Since…Nov 26, 2023Nov 26, 2023
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Bioinformatics Deep DiveWhat Is The BRCA 1&2 Gene ?BRCA1 and BRCA2 are two genes that have become synonymous with hereditary cancer risk. These genes play a critical role in DNA repair, and…Jun 21
Jessica Herling ShoemakerOn being a “previvor.”“You have the same mutation your father has,” the genetic counselor reported stoically into the phone. I was 35 years old, and 3,000 miles…Oct 27, 2020
Erwin WangSimulating genetically modifying a defective cancer detection protein with CRISPRSo I came across an app called Benchling, and it seemed to be extremely cool. I’m interested in Gene Editing and specifically CRISPR. Since…Nov 26, 2023
MyBOOBRiskinScience For LifeGenetic Mutations, Inherited Breast Cancer, and Random ErrorsAlthough most cancers are not hereditary, a family history of genetic mutations can have an impact on certain types, in particular breast…Oct 15, 2023
James C. CoyneinBeingWellThe Premier Hereditary Breast Cancer Hotline in the World Needed FundingA letter supporting the restoration of funding to a world-class hotline for women at genetic risk of cancer was easy to write. The letter…Oct 10, 2023
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Invitae®inHealth decodedAI chatbots: Informing patients of their hereditary cancer risk and expanding access to critical…A study showed that technology can potentially transform hereditary cancer risk assessment and preventive healthcareAug 8, 2023
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