Genetics of Disease

  • A Look at the Ebola Virus

    Ebola virus is one of the most deadly disease-causing agents in the world, proving fatal in most, but not all cases. There are five distinct species and they cause Ebola haemorrhagic fever, a highly contagious disease. Ebola symptoms include severe loss of blood, dehydration and delirium.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15271 pts) on Nov 11, 2009 to
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  • Flu Virus Genetics

    The Influenza virus is not one virus, it is actually a family of viruses that are some of the fastest-mutating viruses on the planet. Find out how the genetic material of the flu virus makes it change so quickly.
    Published by Robyn Broyles (11124 pts) on Sep 11, 2009 to
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  • Understanding Host-Influenza Interactions at the Molecular Level

    The interactions between the host and influenza are important for understanding the virus itself and for analyzing efficacies of influenza vaccines or anti-viral drugs. A more complete picture is emerging as more studies are done.
    Published by Dr. Pharm Tao (213 pts) on Sep 9, 2009 to
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  • Genes Associated with Gout Discovered

    Gout is caused by inflammation of the joints. These inflammation episodes are very painful and can happen because of an increase in the blood’s level of uric acid. Genetic predisposition was always suspected. Now, it has been confirmed.
    Published by Rafael B. (8334 pts) on Sep 9, 2009 to
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  • How Do Viruses Reproduce?

    Viruses have an amazing mechanism of propagation. They are inert in that they do not have the components to reproduce that cells usually possess. Yet they are extraordinarily successful in spreading themselves around. Here's how.
    Published by Rafael B. (8334 pts) on Sep 4, 2009 to
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  • The Differences Between Lytic and Lysogenic Cycle

    Find out about the spread of viruses with this brief look at the lytic and lysogenic cycles. These occur after a virus infects a cell.
    Published by Sonal Panse (12123 pts) on Sep 4, 2009 to
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  • Childhood Cancer Neuroblastoma Gene Discovered

    For the first time ever, researchers have discovered the gene mutations that cause the childhood cancer neuroblastoma. The same mutations also play a role in non-inherited forms of the disease. The findings mean that early diagnosis will be possible and it paves the way for new treatments.
    Published by Rafael B. (8334 pts) on Sep 3, 2009 to
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  • Colon Cancer Genes

    Colorectal cancer is a major disease of both men and women. The cancer takes several years to develop and usually starts with a small lump or growth. For up to 10% of cases, colorectal cancer is a genetic disease. This article is an overview of the genes involved.
    Published by GiangNguyen (2711 pts) on Sep 3, 2009 to
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  • Searching for the Causes of Gout

    New genetics research has uncovered three genes that increase the risk of gout, a painful disease of the joints. It is hoped that these insights will lead to more effective treatments and prevention.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15271 pts) on Sep 2, 2009 to
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  • Genetics of the Cold Virus

    It's one of life's most irritating problems - the common cold. No matter what drugs we throw it at, it just doesn't seem to go away. Well its days may be numbered with the new understanding of the genetics of human rhinovirus (HRV).
    Published by Paul Arnold (15271 pts) on Sep 2, 2009 to
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