genetics

Genealogy, Man Holding Baloons, DNA, Cells

The Gene Bubble: Why We Still Aren't Disease-Free

BY David H. FreedmanTue Dec 1, 2009 at 1:00 PM

When the human genome was first sequenced nearly a decade ago, the world lit up with talk about how new gene-specific drugs would help us cheat death. Well, the verdict is in: Keep eating those greens.READ»

FC CALENDAR | 2 comments

Consumer Genetics Show

BY Fast Company CalendarWed May 20, 2009 at 5:43 PM

Genetics, this is your mainstream moment! So says conference founder and biotech entrepreneur John Boyce, who points to the rapid drop in DNA-sequencing costs and growing interest in genomics from consumer-goods manufacturers. ...READ»

ADDICTION | 1 comment

Verdict : Alcoholism is a Choice not a Disease

BY Michael SearlesWed Nov 19, 2008 at 2:08 AM

Some people say alcoholism as an addiction is a disease. Do you believe addiction is a disease? Do you believe addicted people have their addiction because of a genetic predisposition? If you answered 'yes' to either or both of these questions then the following article will surely challenge those beliefs.READ»