Human Genetics
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Structural variants in breast cancer risk genes
Vanderbilt epidemiologists conducted in-depth whole genome sequencing of breast cancer risk genes in Black women, who die at higher rates and have more aggressive disease, to discover mutations that may improve testing and treatment selection. Read MoreSep 16, 2021
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Vanderbilt earns top rankings, including a No. 1, for successful minority recruitment in master’s and Ph.D. programs
"Diverse: Issues In Higher Education" has ranked Vanderbilt University No. 1 in the country for the number of doctoral degrees awarded to African Americans in the biological and biomedical sciences. Read MoreDec 12, 2016
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Amish aid study of Parkinson genetics
Amish populations are valuable for genetic research because of their isolation, shared ancestry and homogeneous lifestyles. Read MoreNov 11, 2013
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Genes, nutrients interact to shape traits
A new study identifies interactions between genes and nutrients that may participate in determining levels of cholesterol and triglycerides. Read MoreDec 12, 2012