Learn what DNA is, the history of humans discovering new aspects of DNA, the fun events you can take part in and careers that all relate to DNA.
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#44 CRISPR
CRISPR is a genetic editing technology that will change the future of genetics. In the past 3 years it has been used in labs throughout the world. It has the potential to fix point mutations and larger mutations in our genome. Diseases caused by point mutations include Cystic Fibrosis, Sickle Cell Anemia, and Tay-Sachs disease. More complex conditions such as cancer, HIV or autism could be cured if the RNA gene editing is developed further.
#43 Lynch Syndrome
Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer (HNPCC), more commonly known as Lynch syndrome, is an inherited condition that greatly increases the risk of many cancers, most notably colorectal cancer.
#35 October Awareness Month
It’s October and that means it National Awareness for many cancers, disorders and diseases. I discuss some of these giving a 101 lesson on the diseases such as breast cancer and liver cancer.
#34 Henrietta Lacks
UCONN hosted a free event honoring Henrietta Lacks on September 24th, 2015 at The Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts. The bestselling author of the book, The Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacks, Rebecca Skloot presented as well as members of the Lacks family. This episode recaps the event and features an interview with descendents of Henrietta Lacks, Kimberly Lacks, granddaughter, and Veronica Spencer, great-granddaughter.
#33 Syndromes Raise Cancer Risk
What are syndromes that elevates one’s risk for developing cancer? There are many different conditions, this episode highlights Cowden’s Syndrome, Lynch Syndrome and Li-Fraumeni Syndrome.
#30 Women In Genetics
10 women who made major contributions to the fields of microbiology and genetics are recognized.
#18 New Advances on Fragile X Syndrome
New research has provided new insight into fragile X syndrome. January is National Birth Defect Month, review of the CDC's top 10 most common US birth deffects.
#15 Mindful DNA
Meditating cancer patients able to affect the makeup of their DNA. Klinefelter Syndrome is the presence of an extra X in a male.
#14 Epigenetics
Learn what epigenetics is, how long-term endurance can change epigenetics, and a review of presentation on X chromosome inactivation.
#7 Gene Therapy
Is gene therapy ethical and worth pursuing as a treatment?
#5 Huntington's Disease
Lessons explore Huntington's Disease and genetic testing of Huntington's and the field of bioinformatics
#3 Can Genetic Manipulations Slow The Aging Process? 9/15/14
Aging, stem cells, Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy are in the news. Scientists highlighted are James Watson and Francis Crick. Disorder of the week is Down Syndrome.
#2 Don't Forget Rosalind Franklin 9/8/14
Rosalind Franklin's contribution to the discovery of the structure of DNA is explored, her role may be bigger than you think.