genomics

Taxing By The Pound

As Asia transitions from battling infectious microbes to battling the bulge, can a controversial 'fat tax' in Japan keep waistlines under control?

The Genetics Of Why Ovarian Cancer Treatments Fail

By using whole genome sequencing on 92 ovarian tumors, researchers have uncovered genes which confer resistance to chemotherapy.

Hot On The Trail Of The Hepatitis-Liver Cancer Connection

Infection with hepatitis viruses leads to the same genetic profile in tumors, even if they look different histologically.

How Pigs Adapted To Altitude

A whole-genome sequencing study has undercovered the genes that helped pigs adapt to hot and cold environments at different altitudes.

WuXi PharmaTech Acquires NextCODE For US$65 Million

NextCODE and WuXi's Genome Center will offer comprehensive clinical, research, and diagnostic testing products and services worldwide.

Can Conservation Genomics Bring Birds Back From The Brink?

The genetic profile of the almost-extinct Crested Ibis could aid conservation efforts for other species.

Enhanced Genomics Services For Chinese Researchers

WuXi's customers can look forward to enhanced sequence analysis capabilities thanks to a partnership with NextCODE Health.

Genetic Code Of Resilient Midges Unveiled

Researchers have deciphered the genetic mechanism of a species of small fly that is invulnerable to harsh conditions such as drought.

Fancy A Naturally Caffeine-Free Cuppa?

Armed with the sequence of the coffee genome, scientists could develop coffee varieties that are naturally caffeine-free.