Bästa Dna Genetics podcaster (2024)

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Ancient Artifacts Inside Your DNA 10:37

6d ago10:37

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In this episode, Dr. Dan Handley takes us into the fascinating world of proteins—those powerhouse molecules that do the heavy lifting in our bodies. While the human genome contains about 20,000 protein-coding genes, these genes produce over 100,000 different proteins, thanks to nature's incredible complexities. Dr. Handley breaks down the science b…

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Blending Science and Storytelling: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers 30:33

20d ago30:33

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Join us for part two of our tiny expedition into the Hollywood writers’ room. We wrap up our conversation with a pair of filmmakers, exploring the ways that science and Hollywood influence each other, current scientific topic trends in Hollywood, and the scientific method as a storytelling structure. To go behind the scenes and learn more about thi…

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The Art of Science in Cinema: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers 29:13

1M ago29:13

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Join us for this tiny expedition into the metaphorical writer’s room as we chat with a pair of Hollywood filmmakers. We will explore the challenges of accurately portraying scientific concepts in movies, the balance between fact and fiction, and the impact of science fiction on both audiences and creators. To go behind the scenes and learn more abo…

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Genetic Engineering Part Deux: The One NOT About Ethics 23:48

2M ago23:48

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Join us for part two of our tiny expedition into the world of Hollywood genetic engineering. In this episode, we explore the possibilities and Hollywood elaborations of genetic engineering. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Genetic Engineering Part Deux: The One NOT About Ethics.” Thanks for listening! Follow us on T…

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Designing Destiny: Ethics of Genetic Engineering 25:41

3M ago25:41

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Join us for this tiny expedition into the world of Hollywood genetic engineering. This episode uses the film GATTACA as an example to explore the ethical implications and considerations of genetic selection and human gene editing. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Designing Destiny: Ethics of Genetic Engineering." Th…

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From X-Men to Real Men: The Science Behind Superhuman Traits 22:22

4M ago22:22

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Join us for this tiny expedition into the world of pop culture superpowers. In this episode, we delve into the realm of superhero abilities, discussing their potential scientific basis and plausibility. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “From X-Men to Real Men: The Science Behind Superhuman Traits.” Thanks for listeni…

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Cinematic Mutations: Turtle Power! 19:18

5M ago19:18

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Join us for this tiny expedition into the world of cinematic mutations. This episode explores the possibilities and limitations of how DNA mutations occur and asks whether green sludge can actually turn you into a ninja, a turtle, or both. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Cinematic Mutations: Turtle Power!” Thanks f…

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Real vs. Reel: The portrayal of science in pop culture 24:50

6M ago24:50

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Join us for this tiny expedition into the world of genetics in pop culture. This episode broadly examines how science is represented in movies, TV shows, and more, setting the stage for the rest of the season. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Real versus Reel: The portrayal of science in pop culture.” Thanks for lis…

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Tiny Expeditions Season 5 Promo 1:10

8M ago1:10

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Genetics and biotechnology are everywhere in pop culture these days. But have you ever wondered if the science behind those movies and TV shows is realistic? We’ll be joined by expert guests who will help us separate science facts from Hollywood elaboration. We’ll explore the ethics of gene editing, see if CSI's forensics hold up under a microscope…

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Peanuts for the future: how students are collaborating to improve the legume we love 28:31

1+ y ago28:31

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Join us for this tiny expedition as we learn about a unique peanut breeding program that gives back to a local community in big ways. You’ll hear from several individuals involved in the program, including teachers and researchers. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Peanuts for the future: how students are collaborati…

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Navigating Cancer: Precise science, precise care 21:31

1+ y ago21:31

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Join us for this tiny expedition as we explore the world of precision healthcare. You’ll hear how scientists work to understand the genetic basis of cancer and how one company is helping make genetic testing and information more accessible for all. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Navigating cancer: precise science,…

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Tiny Expeditions Promo 0:40

1+ y ago0:40

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Genetics doesn’t have to be complicated. Tiny Expeditions is a science podcast that explores how DNA plays a role in our everyday lives, from the food we eat to the medicine we take. Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode updates and bonus material, subscribe to our mailing list here.…

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Growing a Shrubbier Version of Rubber 21:59

1+ y ago21:59

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Crossover episode! Join us and our friends and Genome Insider for this tiny expedition into the world of rubber. You’ll hear from scientists and innovators working to create better, more sustainable sources of natural rubber. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Growing a Shrubbier Version of Rubber.” Thanks for listeni…

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The Future of Pandemic Preparedness: Insights from Biotech Experts 25:01

1+ y ago25:01

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Join us for this tiny expedition as we learn how science is preparing us for future novel pandemics. You’ll hear from scientists and innovators working to ensure we can more rapidly detect, diagnose, and treat pathogenic outbreaks. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The future of pandemic preparedness: Insights from b…

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#235 Genetic Counseling History: ABGC Formation

1+ y ago

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If you are one of the listeners that tune into DNA Today every week, then you definitely know by now we have launched our Patreon. This is where you can not only get bonus content from DNA Today, you can get early access to episodes before the public. You also get to influence the content of the show, this includes episode topics and guests plus pi…

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#234 Genetic Counseling History: 1st NSGC Conference

1+ y ago

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Congratulations to everyone who matched with a genetic counseling program last week! Special shoutout to our Communications Lead, Corinne Merlino, for matching with the University of Pennsylvania! Check out DNA Today Episode #101, Genetic Counseling Match Day, to prepare you to start grad school. We also provide advice for applicants that didn’t ma…

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Moss to the rescue: Peat bogs and our fight against climate change 18:20

1+ y ago18:20

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Join us for this tiny expedition as we journey to northern peat bogs and learn their importance in our fight against climate change. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Moss to the rescue: peat bogs and the fight against climate change” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode …

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#233 At-Home Non-Invasive Prenatal Screening with Juno Diagnostics

1+ y ago

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We are officially launching our Patreon next week on DNA Day, April 25th! To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the discovery of the structure of DNA and 20th anniversary of the completion of the human genome. By becoming a Patreon supporter you can receive benefits like joining our exclusive genetics book/movie club, mentorship sessions with me, ev…

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Forensic DNA technology: Justice at what cost? 31:10

1+ y ago31:10

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Join us for this tiny expedition as we dive into some ethical considerations surrounding using DNA technology and genetic genealogy in forensic science. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “Forensic DNA technology: Justice at what cost?” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receive episode …

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#232 Entrepreneurship in Genetics with Matt Tschirgi

1+ y ago

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We are thrilled to be launching our Patreon very soon. It might be on a genetics holiday, I’ll let you figure that one out. In the meantime we would appreciate your insight on what you want from the Patreon. It’s your last chance to fill out our survey so that we will offer the benefits you want. You can access the 60 second survey here. Maybe you …

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#231 ChatGPT and AI In Genetics with Daniel Uribe

1+ y ago

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Have you heard? We are launching a Patreon! For those that are not familiar with Patreon, it’s a platform that allows creators (like podcasters) to offer their followers more content, experiences, and even gifts. We have an exciting list of ideas on what we will offer you listeners, but we want you to make the final decisions on which benefits we e…

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#230 Cancer Pharmacogenetics with Dr. Jamie Fettig

1+ y ago

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As you may have heard, we are launching a Patreon! For those that don’t know what Patreon is, it’s a platform that allows creators (like podcasters) to offer their followers more content, experiences, and even gifts. We have a survey that will be open for a limited time so get your input in now so we can provide the benefits you want. Maybe that’s …

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#229 Pharmacogenomics with Avni Santani

1+ y ago

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We have an exciting announcement, we are launching a Patreon! For those that are not familiar with Patreon, it’s a platform that allows creators (like podcasters) to offer their followers more content, experiences, and even gifts. In order to provide what YOU want, please take 60 seconds to fill out our survey. By filling out the survey not only ar…

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The science of crime: forensics and DNA technology 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

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Join us for this tiny expedition into forensic science and learn how forensics experts and law enforcement use various DNA technologies to help solve crimes. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit “The science of crime: forensics and DNA technology.” Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @ExpeditionsTiny. To receiv…

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#228 Trisomy 13 and Trisomy 18 with Divya Ramachandra

1+ y ago

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Update: One of our recurrent guests genetic counselor and fellow podcaster Laura Hercher had a couple important thoughts after listening to our episode we want to share. Laura has been a guest on Episodes 157 & 191 where she has shared her insight on abortion bans including Texas SB 8 and the overturn of Roe v. Wade. “I understand the reasons for m…

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#227 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophies with Louise Rodino-Klapac and Livija Medne

1+ y ago

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In this episode, we are exploring limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD). Joining us for this conversation are two experts, Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac, and genetic counselor Livija Medne. Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac is the Executive Vice President, Head of R&D and Chief Scientific Officer at Sarepta Therapeutics who has 15 years of experience researching…

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Tiny Expeditions Season 4 Promo 1:25

1+ y ago1:25

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In Season 4, we will explore how DNA and genomic technology are helping us tackle big challenges threatening our planet. We’ll talk about how genetics is being used to solve more crimes, how preserving peat bogs is crucial to our quest to quell climate change, how scientists are working to prepare for future novel pandemics, and much more. Thanks f…

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#226 NICU Whole Genome Sequencing with Hong Li and Madhuri Hegde

1+ y ago

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Can rapid whole genome sequencing (WGS) be utilized in the NICU setting? We explore in this podcast episode! Joining us for this episode is Dr. Hong Li, a clinical geneticist at Emory University. Our other expert is a recurring guest, world-renowned geneticist Dr. Madhuri Hegde. She serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer o…

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#225 Fetal Antigen Noninvasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) with BillionToOne

1+ y ago

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Last episode we learned about non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for recessive conditions through BillionToOne’s UNITY Screen. Jen Hoskovec, Senior Director of Medical Affairs at BillionToOne, is back for this episode where we are exploring NIPT for fetal antigen. Jen is BillionToOne’s Senior Director of Medical Affairs. Jennifer Hoskovec, MS, CG…

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#224 Single-Gene Noninvasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) with BillionToOne

1+ y ago

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In this episode we are learning about UNITY Screen non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for recessive conditions. Joining our host Kira Dineen are two experts from BillionToOne, the CEO Oguzhan Atay and the Senior Director of Medical Affairs, Jen Hoskovec. Stay tuned for our part two about their new fetal antigen NIPT! Oguzhan Atay, PhD, BillionToO…

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#223 PhenoTips: Rare Disease Diagnosis Workflow

2y ago

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Happy Rare Disease Month! With over 10,000 rare diseases, reaching a diagnosis is a long and arduous process for the 300 million people affected by a rare disease worldwide. Advancements in technology, bioinformatics, and improved collaboration hold the promise to end or reduce this diagnostic odyssey; however, valuable diagnostic data still remain…

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#222 Wilson’s Disease with Naseem Amin

2y ago

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We are kicking off Rare Disease Month by talking about Wilson’s disease, a rare, inherited disorder that causes copper to accumulate in the liver, brain, and other vital organs. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern and left untreated, Wilson’s disease can be fatal. Joining us for this episode is Naseem Amin, the CEO of Orphalan, which …

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#221 Genetic Counseling in South Africa with Samantha Bayley and Tina-Marié Wessels

2y ago

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In this episode we are chatting about the genetic counseling field in South Africa! Joining us for this discussion are two guests from the University of Cape Town (UTC), current student, Samantha Bayley, and UCT-professor, Tina-Marié Wessels. Special thanks to our social media intern, Kajal Patel, for recommending Samantha and Tina for this episode…

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#220 Microfluidics with Franz Pruefer

2y ago

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This week we’re discussing all things microfluidics! Joining us for this discussion is Franz Pruefer. He is the Co-Founder of Maxwerk Bio which has a pipeline of biotech diagnostic and therapeutic devices. Franz is also the Co-Founder of CERTESS Therapeutics an early stage Cell Therapy Company in stealth mode based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Unde…

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#219 It Happened To Me Podcast: Genetic Counselors for Rare Diseases

2y ago

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A new year means a new podcast! We are thrilled to announce that our host, Kira Dineen, is a co-producer of a new rare disease and medical challenges podcast called, It Happened To Me. In celebration of the launch we wanted to share an upcoming episode of the podcast where the hosts Cathy Gildenhorn and Beth Glassman interviewed Kira Dineen. There …

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#218 LEND Program with Betsy Humphreys, Karen Volle & Karina Mancini

2y ago

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Happy New Year! Joining us for the first episode of 2023 is Betsy Humphreys, Karen Volle and Karina Mancini, who will share their experience with the New Hampshire-Maine Leadership Education Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) and the New England Regional Genetics Network programs, and how they relate to genetics advocacy. Elizabeth Humphreys is…

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#217 SynGAP1 with Mike Graglia and Elli Brimble

2y ago

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Patient advocate, Mike Graglia, and genetic counselor, Elli Brimble, join DNA Today for a conversation about SYNGAP1-related non-syndromic intellectual disability, a rare genetic disorder caused by a variant on the SYNGAP1 gene. Mike Graglia has always worked on complicated problems – he can’t help himself. So when his son was diagnosed with SYNGAP…

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#216 African American Ancestry with Nicka Smith

2y ago

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Nicka Smith (she/her), a pro genealogist with over 20 years of experience, joins DNA Today for our second to last episode of the year! She is the host of BlackProGen LIVE, a web series focused on genealogy and family history with a special focus on people of color. Nicka Smith is a professional photographer, speaker, host, consultant, and documenta…

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#215 Preventative Health via Whole Exome Sequencing

2y ago

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Our guest today is Dahlia Attia-King, Founder and CEO of Panacea. Panacea’s mission is to improve access and utilization of genetic testing by offering affordable whole exome sequencing, physician oversight, and genetic counseling all in a 10 minute workflow. This week we are chatting about utilizing whole exome sequencing for preventive health. Da…

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#214 2022 Genetics Wrapped with Eric Green

2y ago

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Are you seeking a position as a Genetic Assistant? People in these vital roles aid with clinical and research patient communication, data entry, genetic testing coordination, and administrative tasks. Therefore training is key! We recommend The Genetic Assistant Online Training Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. This online pro…

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#213 Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Gender with Sage Sargent

2y ago

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It’s December which means Spotify Wrapped was announced! If you are one of the 2,616 people that had us on your Spotify Wrapped Podcast section, tag us in your story or post for a shoutout on the show! Thanks to Maya, Em, Carly, Allison and LittleDipperPomskies, for already sharing. For those that don’t follow us on social media @DNATodayPodcast, h…

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#212 NSGC Recap 2022

2y ago

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We are recapping and reflecting on the National Society of Genetic Counselors 41st Annual conference, which was just held in Nashville. Some attendees joined in virtually and others, like myself, joined in person. It was incredible to meet so many of you listeners. I am already looking forward to NSGC 2023 in Chicago in October. If I didn’t get a c…

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#211 Jorge Contreras on The Genome Defense

2y ago

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Our guest in this episode is Jorge Contreras, author of The Genome Defense. In this riveting, behind-the-scenes courtroom drama, a brilliant legal team battles corporate greed and government overreach for the fundamental right to control our genes. We’re giving away 5 copies of The Genome Defense, so be sure to check out our social media accounts f…

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#210 Reproductive Medicine Family History with Tristan Hardy

2y ago

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After two years of virtual NSGC conferences, I can’t wait to see many of you in Nashville next week! Say “hi” if you see me! If you want to be featured in our NSGC recap episodes, let me know. I would love to capture your impression of the conference to feature on the episode. Maybe you will get DNA Today merch in exchange… I will be spending a lot…

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#209 Aspects of Quality Genetic Testing with Blueprint Genetics

2y ago

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When our host, Kira Dineen, began her career as a genetic counselor she was mostly starting from scratch because the private practice she works at hadn’t had a genetic counselor in two years. So she met with a bunch of labs to ask them about their tests so she could decide who she would be ordering from. As a brand new genetic counselor, it was har…

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#208 The 100,000 Genomes Project with Dr. Julian Barwell

2y ago

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In 2012, the 100,000 Genomes Project was announced, the same year we started this podcast! Back in 2015 we did an episode about the 100,000 Genomes Project so we’re excited to revisit this massive project today with Dr. Julian Barwell, who is a clinical geneticist and has countless titles but today’s most relevant one is the operational clinical le…

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#207 N-Lorem: Dr. Sessions Cole on the Diagnostic Odyssey

2y ago

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As some of you may know, our host Kira Dineen also co-produces the “Patient Empowerment Program” by n-Lorem. The podcast launched earlier this year and focuses solely on the needs of people with nano-rare diseases. These are people who have a unique pathogenic variant (aka mutation) that affects 30 or less people in the world, sometimes just one pe…

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#206 Phenotypically-Driven Clinical Results with Dr. Lora Bean

2y ago

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Dr. Lora Bean gives an overview of phenotypically-driven clinical results in this episode of DNA Today! Dr. Lora Bean is a clinical molecular geneticist who currently serves as the Senior Director of Quality Assurance at PerkinElmer Genomics. Dr. Bean has expertise in traditional clinical molecular testing as well as newer techniques such as next g…

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#205 Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency with the United MSD Foundation

2y ago

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Y’all YOU made it happen. DNA Today won the Best 2022 Science & Medicine Podcast Award! We are honored to defend our title for the THIRD year in a row. Thank you listeners! An astonishing 5.7 MILLION people voted in the Podcast Awards this year, so it truly took each and every one of you for DNA Today to win. This was perfect timing to close out Se…

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Arriving early to the fight against cancer 9:46

2y ago9:46

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Join us for this bonus tiny expedition into cancer prevention and diagnostics research and hear about a program that is trying to bring genetic testing for cancer risk to everyone. To go behind the scenes and learn more about this episode, visit "Arriving early to the fight against cancer." Thanks for listening! Follow us on Twitter at @Expeditions…

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