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B.Sc, M.Sc.
Amrita has a masters in Human Genetics from Sri Ramachandra medical College and is hooked onto everything even remotely associated with genes. She loves every aspect of writing, the research, planning and actually weaving all the thoughts together. If she's not writing, she's busy being an avid view more..
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World Lupus Day 2017: Exclusive Interview With Dr. Swapan Nath, Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
World Lupus Day is observed on 10 May every year to raise awareness about the condition. Dr. Swapan Nath discusses the genes that are associated with lupus.
Motor Development Disability in Children Linked To Loss of Gene Function
The loss of function of two genes, that affect the Bax/Bak signaling pathway, were associated with motor development in children
Have a ‘Sweet Tooth’? Hormone Regulating Sugar Craving Identified
The level of hormone FGF21 secreted by the liver is found to be associated with the regulation of sugar intake, providing a molecular basis for sweet cravings.
Gene Variation Linked to Cardiovascular Disease in Smokers Identified
A gene variation was found to be linked to smoking and cardiovascular disease risk, based on the level of the enzyme ADAMTS7 produced.
Significant Breakthrough as Genes Involved in Tourette Syndrome Identified
Four genes that are involved in the development of Tourette syndrome have been identified by a study, paving the way for better treatment.
