Gene tests get tested

Article Abstract:

Myriad Genetics' efforts to market a diagnostic called BRCAnalysis has revealed that genetic testing may not make money for biogenetics companies had quickly as many had hoped. The test was pulled off the market due to social and regulatory concerns such as the possibility of genetic discrimination.

Social aspects, Biotechnology industry, Biotechnology industries, Marketing, Medical equipment and supplies industry, Medical equipment industry, Myriad Genetics Inc.

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Gene readers

Article Abstract:

Chips are being developed that can read the genetic blueprint of human beings. These chips will be able to provide information such as genetic predisposition to certain diseases, effective ways to treat a person's existing diseases and even the intelligence of a person's offspring.

Innovations, Semiconductor chips, Integrated circuits, Cover Story, Technology application, Identification and classification, Genetic code

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Gene mutation provides more meat on the hoof

Article Abstract:

Mutations of the gene that makes the protein myostatin have been linked to instances of double muscling in cattle. For the last 30 years Belgian farmers have bred a strain of cattle that yields 20% more meat while consuming the same diet as ordinary breeds.

Meat, Genetic aspects, Muscles, Cattle

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