News tagged with genetic effect

Genetic study shows direct link between vitamin D and MS susceptibility 'gene'

Researchers have found evidence that a direct interaction between vitamin D and a common genetic variant alters the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). The research, published on 6 February in the open-access journal ...

Medicine & Health / Genetics

created Feb 05, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Although our genetics differ significantly, we all look alike

The genetic variation within a species can be significant, but very little of that variation results in clear differences in morphology or other phenotypes. Much of the diversity remains hidden ‘under the surface’ in buffered ...

Medicine & Health / Genetics

created Jan 26, 2009 | popularity 4.8 / 5 (5) | comments 0