Jove
Visualize
Contact Us

Related Experiment Videos

[Future developments in genetic research. I. Technological possibilities]

H Galjaard1

  • 1Academisch Ziekenhuis Rotterdam-Dijkzigt, afd. Klinische Genetica, Rotterdam.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|April 29, 1998
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

New names for old disciplines.

Journal of inherited metabolic disease·2002
Same author

The fragile X-related proteins FXR1P and FXR2P contain a functional nucleolar-targeting signal equivalent to the HIV-1 regulatory proteins.

Human molecular genetics·2000
Same author

A new gene, encoding an anion transporter, is mutated in sialic acid storage diseases.

Nature genetics·1999
Same author

Oligomerization properties of fragile-X mental-retardation protein (FMRP) and the fragile-X-related proteins FXR1P and FXR2P.

The Biochemical journal·1999
Same author

Noninvasive test for fragile X syndrome, using hair root analysis.

American journal of human genetics·1999
Same author

Different targets for the fragile X-related proteins revealed by their distinct nuclear localizations.

Human molecular genetics·1999
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Genetic research is moving towards identifying risk factors for adult diseases, not just rare disorders. DNA mapping offers new diagnostic and treatment strategies for conditions like cancer and Alzheimer's.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics and genomics
  • Molecular biology
  • Medical research

Context:

  • Shift in focus from monogenic disorders to complex adult diseases.
  • Advancements in gene mapping and understanding genetic variations.
  • Growing recognition of genetic contributions to common health issues.

Purpose:

  • To explore the implications of comprehensive human gene mapping.
  • To identify genetic risk factors for prevalent adult diseases.
  • To highlight the role of DNA techniques in disease research.

Summary:

  • Human gene mapping provides insights into polymorphisms and mutations linked to cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's.
  • DNA techniques offer novel diagnostic capabilities.

Related Experiment Videos

  • These advancements open new avenues for studying disease pathogenesis and developing targeted treatments.
  • Impact:

    • Enhanced understanding of genetic predispositions to common diseases.
    • Development of new diagnostic tools and personalized medicine approaches.
    • Potential for improved therapeutic strategies for complex genetic disorders.