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TRPV1b: a Promising Splice Variant for Pain Management


The Relationship between TRPV1 and Pain In 2021, Dr. David Julius and Dr. Ardem Patapoutian won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their discovery of receptors for temperature...
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CRISPR/Cas9 and Revolutions in Rice Crop Disease Resistance


Hypothesis With the development of CRISPR/Cas9, the technology’s transformational modifications to plant genes can significantly increase resistance to diseases affecting the production ...
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The Genetics of Human Populations


Human Racial Categorization  The charged concept of race has long overshadowed human history. Historically armed to place certain groups above others, race remains a powerful social...
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What Is It? Scientists, politicians and other notable people share their recollections and insights on the Human Genome Project in a series of four documentaries produced by HISTORY®. ...
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An Overview of Sickle Cell Anemia


Symptoms and Pathophysiology Sickle cell anemia (SS) is an autosomal recessive inherited red blood cell disorder that produces a wide variety of symptoms ranging from chronic hemolytic a...
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Unlocking Progress: Demonstrating the Positive Effects of Diversity and Communication


As genetic technology advances and curiosities soar, we continue to unearth the promising world of genomics. From the small building blocks of individual genes to the larger components of...
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The Animated Genome


What Is It? The Animated Genome is a 5-minute film featuring innovative production design by Sanan Media, the music is Patterns by Danny Elfman. Using disarmingly simple animations of ...
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Beyond the Gene


Interactive highlighting elements within our genome that contribute to regulating gene expression, protecting our genes, and making us who we are.
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Understanding the Role of Genetic Literacy on Genetic Testing Perceptions for Autism Spectrum Disorder


Introduction Genetic literacy, or one’s understanding of genetic principles and their ability to apply them to personal health-care decisions, is an increasingly vital tool in today’s wo...
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