Q&A: Algorithm achieves near end-to-end genome assembly without ultra-long DNA sequencing

Haoyu Cheng, Ph.D., assistant professor of biomedical informatics and data science at Yale School of Medicine, has developed a new algorithm capable of building complete human genomes using standard ...

Big data and human height: Scientists develop algorithm to boost biobank data retrieval and analysis

Extracting and analyzing relevant medical information from large-scale databases such as biobanks poses considerable challenges. To exploit such "big data," attempts have focused on large sampling ...

Coding for a cure: Sewickley Academy student’s research reveals key differences in genetic mutations

Being invited to present research at an international academic conference is an honor for any seasoned professional. But for ...
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Origin of Genetic Variability: Combinations of Peroxidase Isozymes determine Multiple Allelism of the S Gene

Electrophoresis suggests that peroxidase enzymes are involved in the expression of the S alleles which control incompatibility. This may be linked with the mechanism of action and the origin of S ...