A*STAR Genome Institute of Singapore (A*STAR GIS)
Genomic analysis reveals disease susceptibility
19 Apr 2016Variations in the genome of immune cells underlie differences in our individual predisposition to several diseases
ELABELA helps unlock the secrets of early survival and development
5 Apr 2016A newly discovered hormone has a vital role in survival and differentiation of human embryonic stem cells
Fungus colonies settle on human skin
5 Apr 2016Comprehensive genomic analysis of Malassezia yeasts underpins novel antifungal skin treatments
Unlocking the mystery of an age-old secret
23 Feb 2016A quest to unravel the secrets of cloning has led to a greater understanding of how cells age
Better diagnosis for a rare syndrome
26 Jan 2016A rearrangement in a tumor suppressor gene could be the key to a firm diagnosis for families prone to cancer
Regulatory regions revealed in one shot
5 Jan 2016Disease-causing regions of the genome that affect gene expression levels are mapped with a new method
Genomic re-arrangement linked to gastric cancer
15 Dec 2015Fusion of two genes that regulate cellular adhesion increases risk of gastric cancer
Pinpointing the genetic basis of disease
3 Nov 2015Genome-wide association
studies can inform us about a range of diseases, including psoriasis
Controls of specialization unraveled
3 Nov 2015Researchers show how human embryonic stem cells maintain the potential to differentiate into almost any cell type, but enter a death pathway if damaged
Filtering for fast analysis
6 Oct 2015Trapping cells that tumors release into the bloodstream allows fast and sensitive genetic analysis
Algorithm update improves estimation of ancestry
6 Oct 2015Refinement of an algorithm for determining genetic ancestry could help identify genetic factors in disease
Ancient invaders activated during embryo development
23 Jun 2015Viral elements originating from human ancestors are systematically activated in the early development of embryos