Genetics4 days agoThe test that finds (almost) every infectionIt identified Covid-19. Now this genetic technique is helping doctors to make life-or-death decisions.4 days ago5 days agoWheelchair appeal smashes target in a weekCorey Haseley has a rare, life-limiting condition and needed £5,00 for a new lightweight wheelchair.5 days ago7 days agoGenetically testing every cow in NI could help keep price in the shops downThe £16.6m scheme is designed to analyse the genetic make-up of every cow in Northern Ireland.7 days ago10 Oct 2026What happens when you don't know your family medical history?People who have been adopted or in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which would be crucial to their own health.10 Oct 202610 Oct 2026 What happens when you grow up not knowing your family medical history?People who have been adopted or are in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which could be crucial to their own health.10 Oct 20268 Oct 2026Newborn babies screened to identify rare conditionsThe voluntary scheme involves taking a blood sample from the umbilical cord shortly after birth.8 Oct 20261 Oct 2026'I lost my mum and brothers to a genetic disease'George O'Neill lost his mother and two brothers to Melas syndrome and is now undergoing tests.1 Oct 202624 Sept 2026From weeks to hours - the rapid new test transforming brain tumour diagnosisThe test means patients can start treatment sooner and are spared weeks of uncertainty.24 Sept 20263 Sept 2026How the brain of a fly may help explain human behaviourComparing the brains of male and female flies may transform our understanding of how genes shape behaviour, including ours.3 Sept 2026...
