The UPMC Genome Center is a unique facility that supports clinical diagnostics and research initiatives in precision medicine and immunotherapy. The center was established with… Read more
Tag: DNA
Making Faces: Diving into the Complex Genetics of Facial Appearance
There is overwhelming evidence that our facial features are influenced by our genes. In most cases, one needn’t look much further than one’s own family… Read more
Pitt Scientist Sets Sights on Gene Editing to Improve Vision
Inherited retinal degeneration affects about one out of every 2,000 people worldwide and severely impacts quality of life. Due to mutated genes, this disorder causes… Read more