20 Jul 2023

Unlocking the secrets our DNA holds

From Afternoons, 1:15 pm on 20 July 2023

Patients will have more certainty around genetic test diagnoses, thanks to research led by Otago University.

The hope is that we can use genetic testing to intervene early and prevent some genetic diseases like cancer. 

Associate Professor Logan Walker is from the University of Otago, Christchurch's, Department of Pathology and Biomedical Science, and was a leading member with 8 international researchers.

A digital rendering of DNA helix molecules, in a bright blue colour

Photo: Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay



 

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