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Genomics and atherosclerosis.

¹Human Genome Center, Institute of Medical Science, University of Tokyo, Japan. Sakaki@ims.u-tokyo.ac.jp

Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences

|January 25, 2002

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The human genome project aids in studying complex diseases like atherosclerosis and diabetes. Genetic and functional genomic approaches, including microarray and knockout mice, identify disease-related genes.

Area of Science:

Genomics and Bioinformatics
Complex Trait Genetics
Disease Mechanism Research

Background:

The Human Genome Project provides tools to investigate the genetic underpinnings of complex diseases.
Atherosclerosis and diabetes are multifactorial conditions influenced by numerous genetic and environmental factors.
Previous genetic studies have successfully identified susceptibility genes for diseases like Alzheimer's and diabetes.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the application of genetic approaches for identifying atherosclerosis susceptibility genes.
To explore functional genomic strategies for discovering genes and proteins involved in complex disease processes.
To highlight the utility of advanced technologies like cDNA microarray and knockout mice in disease research.

Main Methods:

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Genetic association studies, including affected sib-paired analysis and case-control studies.
Functional genomics utilizing technologies such as cDNA microarray.
Development and analysis of genetically modified models, exemplified by knockout and transgenic mice.

Main Results:

Genetic approaches have proven effective in identifying disease-associated genes for conditions like Alzheimer's and diabetes.
Functional genomic tools enable the identification of genes and proteins critical to complex biological pathways.
A transgenic mice study on circadian rhythm serves as an example of successful functional genomic application.

Conclusions:

Genetic and functional genomic strategies are powerful tools for dissecting the complexity of diseases like atherosclerosis and diabetes.
Careful consideration of methodological points is crucial for the successful application of genetic studies to atherosclerosis.
Advanced technologies like cDNA microarrays and knockout/transgenic mice models are instrumental in advancing our understanding of disease mechanisms.