PNB Genetics News & Research
The genetic architecture of pediatric cognitive abilities in the Philadelphia Neurodevelopmental Cohort
By E B Robinson, A Kirby, & K Ruparel
Molecular PSychiatry
July 15, 2014
Abstract
The objective of this analysis was to examine the genetic architecture of ... Read more »
Attitudes of Genetics Professionals Toward the Return of Incidental Results from Exome and Whole-Genome Sequencing
By Joon-Ho Yuemail, Tanya M. Harrell, Seema M. Jamal, Holly K. Tabor, Michael J. Bamshad
American Journal for Human Genetics
July 2014
Professional recommendations for the return ... Read more »
Personalized gene silencing therapeutics for Huntington disease
By: C. Kay, N.H. Skotte, A.L. Southwell, and M.R. Hayden
Clinical Genetics
July 2014
Abstract
Gene silencing offers a novel therapeutic strategy for dominant genetic disorders. In specific ... Read more »
Public preferences and the challenge to genetic research policy
By Rebecca Dresser
Journal of Law and the Biosciences
Abstract
Modern genetic research requires scientists to collect, store, and study DNA samples and health information from thousands ... Read more »
Genetic and Environmental Influences on Gambling and Substance Use in Early Adolescence
By Frank Vitaro, Amy C. Hartl, Mara Brendgen, Brett Laursen, Ginette Dionne, Michel Boivin
Behavior Genetics
July 2014
Abstract
This study examined the genetic and environmental architecture of ... Read more »
Gene×Environment Interactions in Early Externalizing Behaviors: Parental Emotional Support and Socioeconomic Context as Moderators of Genetic Influences?
By Amanda K. Cheung, Kathryn Paige Harden, Elliot M. Tucker-Drob
Behavior Genetics
July 2014
Abstract
This study uses longitudinal population-based samples of young siblings to examine the effects ... Read more »
Ethical issues in the use of genetic testing of patients with schizophrenia and their families.
By Lynn E. Delisi
Current Opinion in Psychiatry
2014 May 27(3): 191-6
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW:
This review outlines the positive and negative aspects of DNA testing and ... Read more »
Psychological Consequences Of Calling Obesity A Disease
Interview by Michel Martin with Crystal Hoyt
NPR
April 22, 2014
Does thinking about obesity as a disease lead to bad diet choices? A new study suggests ... Read more »
Convergence of Genes and Cellular Pathways Dysregulated in Autism Spectrum Disorders
By Dalila Pinto et al
April 24, 2014
The American Journal of Human Genetics
Open Access
Abstract
Rare copy-number variation (CNV) is an important source of risk for autism ... Read more »
CLP1 Founder Mutation Links tRNA Splicing and Maturation to Cerebellar Development and Neurodegeneration
By Ashleigh E. Schaffer et al
April 24, 2014
Cell 157:3
Abstract Neurodegenerative diseases can occur so early as to affect neurodevelopment. From a cohort of more than ... Read more »
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