genome institute of singapore
Genetic Change Linked To Early Language Delay In Children
Researchers have identified a gene deletion linked with brain changes and delayed language acquisition in children of Southeast Asian descent.
One Filter To Cut Out Noise In Sequencing Data
Singapore scientists cut through the noise in high-throughput DNA sequencing data with mathematical technique used in cell phones and radar.
Your Genes May Affect Whether You Get A College Degree, Study
Scientists have found that tiny changes to a person's genetic sequence are associated with one's educational level.
GIS, Sengenics Partner On Early Cancer Detection Technology
A*STAR's GIS and Sengenics will partner on cancer biomarker discovery with the aim of identifying and validating auto-antibodies that can be used to detect early-stage cancers.
QuantuMDx, A*STAR To Develop Asia-Specific Genetic Tests
A*STAR has signed an agreement with QuantuMDx, a UK-based biotech developing handheld diagnostics and whole genome sequencing devices.
Scientists Identify Novel Genetic Markers For Lou Gehrig’s Disease In Han Chinese
Scientists have identified two novel genetic variants associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, in the Han Chinese population.
A*STAR’s Patrick Tan Wins Chen New Investigator Award
Dr. Patrick Tan from A*STAR's Genome Institute of Singapore has received the 2013 Chen New Investigator Award from the international Human Genome Organization.
New Genes That Influence Height And Weight Identified
An international team of researchers has identified 11 new genes associated with human body measurements like height and weight.
Watching Evolution In Real-Time
Scientists have developed a method to study the evolution of microbes and cancer cells by detecting mutations as they happen.
