New genetic tool enables genome-wide analysis | Cornell Chronicle

New genetic tool enables genome-wide analysis | Cornell Chronicle

Researchers at Cornell University have developed a powerful new genetic tool that allows scientists to study how genes work at the level of individual cells, an advance that could accelerate discoveries in development, neuroscience and disease. The system is based on MAGIC (Mosaic Analysis by gRNA-Induced Crossing-over), a method pioneered by the laboratories of Chun … Read more

Weekly genetics analysis: The genetic change that is permanent depends on more than the bull you buy – Beef Central

Weekly genetics analysis: The genetic change that is permanent depends on more than the bull you buy - Beef Central

THE last ten years have seen a wave of products entering the human health market. From weight management drugs (Ozempic is a good example – see Beef Central’s recent article on how the drug is changing beef potential), metabolic conditions and related issues, many have now become commonplace. For the right person at the right … Read more

Study suggests genetic basis for strong sex bias in autism

Study suggests genetic basis for strong sex bias in autism

Autism has a significant and persistent sex bias, with approximately four boys diagnosed for every girl. For years, experts have believed that this disparity stems primarily from a lack of diagnosis because most autism research — and the diagnostic tools that came out of it — have focused on boys, effectively setting male standards for … Read more